Chemical and textile workers unions merge

(Helsinki 09.04.2002 - Juhani Artto) The Chemical Workers' Union and the Textile and Garment Workers' Union are to merge in spring 2004. A letter of intent concerning the merger was signed by the unions in March. This conclusion is based on a careful analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the merger strategy.

The main goal of the merger is to improve the effectiveness of work to safeguard workers' interests and provide services to members.

The Chemical Workers' Union currently has 34,600 members, 60 per cent of whom are men, while the Textile and Garment Workers' Union has 16,300 members, 86 per cent of whom are women.

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