Belgium: the CSC joins the FGTB for a day of action on October 6

After the mobilization call launched by the FGTB on September 16, 2008, the Christian trade union confederation (CSC) decided, on September 18, to join the FGTB's initiative to organize a day of action in favor of buying power. It will take place on October 6. (Ref. 080707)
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On September 18, Luc Cortebeeck, leader of
the CSC, joined the FGTB in blaming the federal government’s inaction (see our
dispatch No. 080698
). “It is not a general strike, but there may be work
stoppages in businesses” the CSC explained. “The trade unions will decide,
together, which action will take place in which sector.” “On October 14, the Prime
Minister will give a speech in Parliament on the situation of the country.” the
confederation reminded. “Our warning action couldn’t come at a bet

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