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Writers Guild Staff Union Reaches Tentative Deal
8 May
Summary
- A tentative contract agreement has been reached between the union and employers.
- The deal includes seniority provisions and a no-strike clause.
- Staff will receive a minimum 4% salary increase retroactive to January 1, 2026.
The Writers Guild Staff Union (WGSU) has announced a tentative agreement with their employers, signaling a potential end to their nearly three-month strike. The proposed contract is now heading to the full 115-member bargaining unit for ratification.
Key provisions in the tentative agreement include protections related to seniority during layoffs and a no-strike clause designed to safeguard concerted activity. Furthermore, WGSU members are set to receive substantial wage increases. Upon ratification, all members will see a minimum 4% salary increase effective January 1, 2026, followed by an additional 4% in August 2026, and a third 4% increase in August 2027.
