Bank Hapoalim Workers' Committee Chairman Roni Garfunkel Steps Down

Roni Garfunkel leaves after seven years in office amid internal committee disputes and an ongoing labor conflict.

The head of the Bank Hapoalim workers' committee, Roni Garfunkel, is stepping down after seven years in the role, ynet and Calcalist reported.

According to the reports, his departure follows a labor dispute that lasted for over a year with the bank's management, which had announced an efficiency plan. The outlets noted that the resignation also came amid internal clashes within the committee and criticism over the handling of the conflict with management.

The identity of Garfunkel's successor and further details regarding subsequent steps by the workers' committee have not yet been released.