LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Members of the Culinary Union are picketing at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas as negotiations for a new labor contract continue.
According to the Culinary Union, the previous agreement expired last June and the deadline to reach a new agreement was March 9 and a strike can now be called at anytime. That has never happened at the property.
The informational picket will be from 5 p.m to 7 p.m.
The Culinary Union says when there is an active picket line outside of a casino, that means there is a labor dispute and they urge customers and community allies to not cross the picket line.
Union leaders said Virgin Hotels is also the only major union-represented resort that hasn't reached a new contract.
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas sent Channel 13 the following statement.
"Virgin Hotels Las Vegas (the “Hotel”) is committed to bargaining with Culinary Workers Union 226 and Bartenders Union Local 165 in good faith. The Hotel values its partnership with the Culinary and Bartenders Unions and team members, and believe we share a mutual commitment to the Hotel’s success.
We have made significant investments in the property during its renovation and re-branding, and we believe that reaching a new, mutually beneficial agreement with the Culinary and Bartenders Unions is critical to securing the Hotel’s future. While it is unfortunate that we do not yet have an agreement, we remain optimistic that continuing negotiations will result in a positive conclusion for all parties.
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas appreciates the patience and support of our team members, guests, and the public during the negotiation process."
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