Federal Mediator Called In to Giant & Safeway Contract Negotiations

Federal Mediator Called In to Giant & Safeway Contract Negotiations

We are approaching the expiration date of our current contracts at Giant & Safeway on Saturday, October 26 and talks have been very difficult. Given the unusual complexity of our negotiations, particularly around securing our pension benefits, we have called in a...
Giant & Safeway Negotiations Stalled, It’s Time to Get Serious

Giant & Safeway Negotiations Stalled, It’s Time to Get Serious

With our contracts at Giant and Safeway expiring in only nine days, and after 20 days of negotiations, we remain far apart on nearly every single issue. We have made proposals to provide wages we can live on, schedules we can depend on, healthcare we can afford and a...
2019 Virginia Voter Guide: Vote Tuesday, November 5th!

2019 Virginia Voter Guide: Vote Tuesday, November 5th!

Control of the Virginia House of Delegates and Senate is up for grabs in the November 5th legislative elections, and Local 400 members have a unique opportunity to put worker allies fully in control of the entire General Assembly. Now more than ever, Virginia needs to...
Local 400 President Demands Answers on Future of Shoppers

Local 400 President Demands Answers on Future of Shoppers

Once again, UNFI the owners of have chosen to share partial information with reporters and investors about the future of Shoppers Food & Pharmacy while leaving our union and the hardworking members who work at Shoppers in the dark. Today, UFCW Local 400 President...
2020 Scholarships Available for Giant, Safeway & Shoppers Members

2020 Scholarships Available for Giant, Safeway & Shoppers Members

If you’re a Local 400 member working at Giant Food, Safeway, or Shoppers Food, you or a family member could be eligible for an exclusive scholarship! Learn more and apply today! Preliminary applications are due by December 31, 2019. About the Scholarship The...