After the announcement of the new wave of layoffs by Roy Jacobs, new CEO of Philips, we immediately sounded the alarm with the management of Philips and asked us to inform us about the content of their plans and their implementation. We want clarity as soon as possible about which employees will be affected and when and how reorganization plans will be implemented. We tell you about what will happen in the near future.
Decision to close EDP and Vitaal Health
Only from last Wednesday and Thursday have we been confronted with the proposed decision on the closure of companies such as EDP in Best and Vital Health in Ede. Although this does not mean an increase in the number of announced 1100 compulsory redundancies, we would have liked to have received this information from Philips sooner.
Explanation on “Operating Model”
Monday 6 February we will be informed about the “Operating model”. In this way we hope to learn more about the usefulness and necessity of this model and the reorganization. What will be the impact on Philips' new course?
CSP is extended
Our demand to have the current Central Social Plan (CSP) extended unchanged until 2026 has finally been accepted by the management of Philips. That is in any case a good step from Philips. The social plan contains good agreements in case you are affected by the reorganization. We do want more attention for support in finding other work within or outside Philips. After all, there will not only be 1100 redundancies. Around 3000 employees will also be given a different position within Philips.
No adverse consequences for employment conditions
We would like the reorganization not to have any adverse consequences for the current employment conditions of the employees. More attention should also be paid to possible consequences for the work-life balance of employees.
High
The collective bargaining will also have to be restarted soon. Our commitment to the collective labor agreement will not change as a result of the reorganization! There will have to be a good compensation for inflation. Your input during the past meetings was clear enough!
Stay well and quickly informed!
This is now the latest state of affairs. Next week we will further inform members about what we discussed with Philips and what this means for you. Have this newsletter also read by colleagues who are not yet members De Unie and let them join too. With more members we can achieve more for your future at Philips! Your colleague can become a member via this page.
If you have any questions regarding this message, you can contact Suat Koetloe, the representative at suat.koetloe@unie.nl or call 06-5252 2061.
