Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer The DGA reminded its members this week that the union has a “no-strike clause” which will remain in place even if the WGA goes on strike after May 1.
The union sent out an email on Tuesday to answer members’ questions about a possible writers’ strike. The DGA contract does not expire until June 30, so the directors cannot go on strike before then.
That does not mean that individual directors will be forced to cross picket lines — just that they can be fired for not showing up to work. “Our no-strike clauses are clear,” the union’s leaders said. “However, as an individual, you cannot be forced to work.
If you, as an individual, refuse to cross a picket line and perform your DGA-covered services, then your Employer has the right to replace you.” The industry is preparing for the real possibility of a writers strike, which could begin as soon as May 2.
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