Strike against job cuts continues at Kraft Belgium

Workers at the Kraft confectionery factory in Halle, Belgium, have extended their strike against the proposed elimination of up to 100 jobs at their factory – originally announced for 48 hours – to run a full week, ending on the morning of June 27.

In addition to the picket and rallies, workers distributed the specialty chocolates slated for production transfer to enthusiastic passers-by at the weekly market. The mayor of Halle has expressed support for the workers’ fight to maintain employment at the plant.