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Steelworkers Local 2251 President Mike Da Prat and 2724 Local President Lisa Dale

The United Steelworkers Local 2251 held a vote with its membership ahead of mediated contract talks it has been ordered to attend in Toronto beginning next week.
The Union leadership of Local 2251 issued a short statement yesterday indicating that the membership clearly gave their negotiating committee the direction that they are to be involved directly in negotiations.
The vote was 96% in favour of being consulted when concessions are contemplated.
The vote was held despite assurances from Justice Newbould that consultation with the membership of both Locals 2251 and 2724 can take place during mediated talks however they can’t go beyond that to prevent negotiating through the media.
Justice Newbould is overseeing the restructuring proceedings for Essar Steel Algoma.