FF Plus welcomes action against over 300 EMPD officers for illegal strike [SOUND]

# The Freedom Front Plus has welcomed the disciplinary steps taken against 389 members of the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department, who participated in an illegal wage strike in March. The strike, which saw the blockade of major roadways, called for salary adjustments, uncapping of overtime, and flagged unfair labour practices. The affected EMPD members have been issued with pre-dismissal notices and are suspended. The FF Plus’ Riaan van Zyl says the members’ conduct violated the Labour Relations Act: