CWA Local 1298 Members Vote to Authorize a STRIKE at Frontier Communications

CWA members in Connecticut working for Frontier Communications have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike, with 95 percent of voting members in favor. CWA Local 1298 members cited the company’s use of outside contractors as a particular concern to be addressed at the bargaining table. The strong strike vote sends a message to Frontier management that the members back their bargaining committee and will do what it takes to get the contract they deserve.

The Frontier Connecticut contract, which was set to expire on October 19, has been extended 90 days and will now expire on January 18, 2025. CWA Local 1298 President Dave Weidlich Jr. has stated that the bargaining team will continue to negotiate in good faith, and he expects Frontier to do the same.

Frontier Communications has undermined the bargaining unit for CWA members in Connecticut by offering voluntary buyouts for members who choose to leave and assigning work to contractors. In a new move, Frontier has recently begun using contractors for customer-facing installations in homes and businesses, work traditionally done by bargaining unit members. Members are concerned that contractors are being utilized to reduce the bargaining unit.

CWA Locals 1111, 1122, and 1170 are also currently in bargaining with Frontier, CWA Local 13571 members at Frontier Communications Pennsylvania, will also begin bargaining their next contract in early November.