GM, UAW Move Closer to Deal That Would End Strike – The Wall Street Journal, The Wall Street Journal

General Motors Co. and the United Auto Workers are nearing a contract deal to end a 30 – day strike at the company’s factories with bargainers moving closer on earlier sticking points and leaders from each side engaging in high-level talks.

GM Chief Executive Mary Barra for the first time since the strike began met with UAW officials at the bargaining table Tuesday morning in an effort to solidify an agreement, according to people familiar with the discussions. UAW President Gary Jones also attended the bargaining session, …