Disney Expected To Part Ways With Burbank Studio Lot Union Nurses In Favor Of Subcontracting; IATSE Local 80 Decries Move As A “Principled Attack”

Disney's decision to part ways with union nurses at its Burbank studio lot in favor of subcontracting has raised significant concerns. This move comes less than a year after the company negotiated a new contract with IATSE Local 80, which represents these nurses. The union has condemned the decision as a 'principled attack,' highlighting the potential impact on workers' rights and job security. This situation is crucial as it reflects broader trends in labor relations within the entertainment industry, where subcontracting can undermine union strength and worker protections.