The FWICE has called for an
indefinite strike from May 6, 2015, as a last resort since the producers’
bodies are unwilling to arrive at a mutually agreeable Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) which seeks to regulate working conditions in the film and
TV industries.
The Federation of Western India
Cine Employees (FWICE) as everyone knows is the parent body of 22 trade unions
of the film and TV industries in Western India, representing all the working
people therein, including light men, spot boys, junior artistes, actors,
cinematographers, sound recordists and all other technicians, including
screenwriters and directors.
For too long the above
technicians have suffered haphazard contractual arrangements and delayed
payments says FWICE and have suggested the following:
1.
A15%
annual increment in their wages.
2.
Workers
to be paid within one month of completion of work.
3.
Ensure
that all shootings don’t exceed 12 hours.
4.
Ensure safety measures and insurance for workers on
sets.
5.
Issue formal letter of contract to all hired
technicians.
If the film and TV industry looks forward t good
talent and content, it is important that the producer-technician relationship be
respected.
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