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Hillside Sale a Backward Step
CTU Media Release
19 April 2012
Hillside Sale a Backward Step
The Council of Trade Unions says that the sale of Hillside rail engineering workshops in Dunedin is a backward step.
Peter Conway, CTU Secretary, says, “neither the Government nor KiwiRail have supported these workers and the fantastic work they do. This announcement today follows on from the failure to effectively bid for major contracts for new trains in Auckland and replacement flat top wagons.”
“The heavy engineering workshops at Hillside are an important part of the regional economy. These jobs should not be lost.”
Peter Conway said the CTU view is that the Government should ensure that these workshops remain in public hands via KiwiRail.
“And the Government needs to review its procurement policies so that New Zealand firms get a fair chance to bid for major manufacturing projects.”
The CTU will support the Rail and Maritime Transport Union to ensure these jobs are not lost.
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