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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Regulation of Comprehensive Wage System and the Limitations of Not Being Completely Prohibited

The Korean government is moving to regulate the comprehensive wage system to prevent the abuse of unpaid long hours of work.

Mar 2 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Labor reform is out: what changes with the RIMI, the ambitious bet of the Government for medium investments

Argentina's government introduces the Labor Reform Law that includes the Regime of Medium Investments (RIMI), which offers investment benefits for SMEs.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Jacinta Allan says planned work-from-home law would affect all Victorian businesses

Jacinta Allan announced that the Victorian government's plan for a work-from-home entitlement will apply universally to all businesses, including small enterprises, amid necessary consultations.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Unions suspend negotiations on sick leave due to government's failure regarding pensions

Unions have suspended negotiations regarding sick leave until the government addresses outstanding pension issues.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government is aiming for the labor regime of prisoners and seeks to stop the payment of bonuses and vacations

The Argentine government is reforming labor regulations affecting prisoners to avoid mandatory payments of bonuses and vacation days.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Should holidays falling on Sunday be considered free days? The government will consider a petition on this matter

A petition has been submitted by the 'Moลผna Lepiej!' Foundation, seeking amendments to labor regulations regarding days off for holidays on Sundays.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Prime Minister's Advisor Urges to Resolve the Conflict in Alytus Legally Rather Than Politically

An advisor to the Prime Minister of Lithuania emphasizes the need to address the conflict in Alytus through legal means, highlighting disruptions in the educational process and trust in the education system.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Coalition brands Australian children in Syria terrorist 'sympathisers'

The Coalition has labeled Australian children stranded in a detention camp in Syria as 'ISIS sympathisers', demanding the government prevent their return.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Coalition votes against censuring Hanson over no 'good' Muslim comment

The Australian Coalition government has declined to support a censure motion against One Nation leader Pauline Hanson for her comments suggesting there are no 'good' Muslims, with the motion ultimately passing due to votes from Labor and the Greens.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Youth launches a mailbox for interns to report labor exploitation anonymously

The Spanish government has initiated a new anonymous reporting system for interns to report labor exploitation, alongside a pending law aimed at improving internship conditions.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Will there be a strike this Monday, March 2?

The General Confederation of Labor (CGT) has decided not to hold a general strike on March 2, but will pursue legal action against the labor reform proposed by the government and lead a mobilization to the Palace of Courts.

Mar 1 โ€ข 19:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Almost 5 per cent of Tasmania's health budget spent on locum nurses

Tasmania's healthcare system spent over $105 million on temporary nurses in 2024-25, marking a substantial increase since 2020.

Mar 1 โ€ข 18:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The government's plan to build 50,000 apartments annually faces a shortage of workers

The Czech government's initiative to construct 50,000 apartments each year is encountering significant challenges due to a lack of available labor.

Mar 1 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

All about choice? Liberals move childcare battlelines to vouchers for nannies and grandparents

The Liberal Party of Australia is proposing government-funded vouchers for childcare options such as nannies and grandparents, challenging Labor's plans for universal childcare ahead of the upcoming election.

Mar 1 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The four goals that Javier Milei celebrated and the fights that do not cease, inside and outside the Government

Javier Milei's government achieved significant legislative successes in Congress, passing controversial laws in a short time, though concerns about the economy and business dissatisfaction loom.

Mar 1 โ€ข 09:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Why was the inclusion of primary contractor unions in the negotiation window integration omitted from the Yellow Envelope Act manual?

The South Korean government has implemented a new labor law requiring primary contractors to negotiate with subcontractor unions, yet the inclusion of primary contractor unions in this process has been omitted from the official manual.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Milei targets taxes and social security after implementing labor reform

After the approval of labor reform, Javier Mileiโ€™s government is shifting its focus to tax and social security reforms in Argentina.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Despite the slogan 6x1, the government's priority is reducing working hours to 40, says minister

Brazil's Minister of Labor, Luiz Marinho, emphasizes the government's shift from the 6x1 work schedule to a proposal for reducing the standard workweek from 44 to 40 hours.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Working Hours and Society's Choices

A recent article discussed a study comparing Brazil's working hours with those of other countries, highlighting the role of various determinants like productivity and government policies.

Feb 28 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Milei's speech raises expectations in the Justice system, but the Government says no announcements will be made

Milei's recent address has stirred anticipation within the judicial system, although government officials have indicated that there will be no immediate proposals regarding judicial vacancies or reforms.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Head of "Solidarity" Piotr Duda: This is not a reform of the PIP, but a coating of reality

Piotr Duda, the head of the Solidarity trade union, criticizes the government's proposed reforms, emphasizing the need for transparency and proper consultation before formulating opinions on military spending legislation.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Oleksijs Zariฤanskis. Ukrainian Legal Competence in the Labor Market

This article discusses the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees in Latvia in integrating into the labor market and the financial support provided by the Latvian government.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

For retirees, ANSeS is an industry of lawsuits

The Argentinian government celebrates labor reform while the ANSeS, a state agency, continues to undermine retirees' rights through lawsuits.

Feb 28 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Milei achieves the largest labor reform in 50 years: cheaper layoffs and workdays of up to 12 hours

The Argentine government has passed a significant labor reform that lowers severance costs and extends work hours, prompting concerns over worker rights.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

One by one, how the vote that turned the Labor Reform into law in the Senate went

The Argentine Senate approved the labor reform law, marking a significant victory for President Javier Milei's government.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: MG2 from Friday, February 27, 2026

The article reports on various current events in Brazil including labor reform votes, government decisions on electronic tariffs, mergers in the streaming industry, and significant political statements and judicial actions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A union launched a campaign at the airports of the country against the senators who supported the labor reform

The Argentine Aeronautical Personnel Association (APA) has initiated a campaign at airports to criticize senators who endorsed the government's labor reform.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Senate. The government is increasingly close to passing labor reform despite the rejection of the PJ and the CGT

The Argentine government is on the verge of passing a controversial labor reform despite opposition from key political and labor organizations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: EPTV 2 Sul de Minas from Friday, February 27, 2026

The article discusses multiple news highlights from Brazil, including labor reform votes, government policies on electronics tariffs, and significant political figures' statements.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Labor Reform: Changes to Compensation, Dismissals, Leave, Vacation, Overtime, and Even Taxes

The Argentine government is seeking to implement a labor reform that will change various aspects of employment regulations including compensation, severance, and taxation.

Feb 27 โ€ข 20:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Additional day off in 2026. There is a government decision

The Polish government has announced an additional day off for employees in 2026 due to overlapping holidays on Saturdays, following labor code regulations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

High-speed rail is an Australian political punchline. After 50 years, will Laborโ€™s newest proposal finally leave the station?

The Australian government has announced plans to construct a high-speed rail line from Sydney to Newcastle, aiming to transform travel and contribute to emissions reduction by 2050.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Announces actions in the coming days against inflation

Iceland's government plans to announce measures to combat inflation, with discussions scheduled with labor market representatives.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Chad: Striking teachers say they have received no salary and denounce a will to 'intimidate'

In Chad, striking teachers claim they have not been paid and are denouncing intimidation tactics by the government.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Akava: Membership decreased - The government's controversial decision is having an impact

Akava reported a slight decrease in membership numbers in 2025, attributed in part to recent government decisions affecting membership incentives.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Protesters block the Pan-American Highway and 9 de Julio in protest against labor reform

Protesters have blocked major thoroughfares in Argentina in opposition to a proposed labor reform that the government is set to debate in the Senate.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜More exploitation, fewer rightsโ€™: Argentina braces for sweeping overhaul of labor laws

Argentina's government prepares to pass a comprehensive reform of labor laws aimed at reducing union power and labor costs amid criticisms from opponents who argue it will worsen employment conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government announces manual for the Yellow Envelope Law: 'Separate negotiations for primary and subcontractor unions'

The South Korean government has released a manual stating that under the new Yellow Envelope Law, subcontractor unions will negotiate separately from primary contractor unions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

This campaign has never been seen before. The ministry focuses on memes

The Polish Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy is using cat memes in a social media campaign to explain a significant labor law reform.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Government will send the intern statute to Congress next week despite the lack of support

The Spanish government is set to send a statute aimed at improving conditions for interns to Congress, facing significant opposition.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Labor not ruling out negative gearing changes

The Australian Labor government is reconsidering changes to negative gearing, indicating potential reforms to the tax break following a report suggesting new measures could be in the works.

Feb 26 โ€ข 23:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

"Landini preaches well, but acts poorly..." A storm breaks out over the CGIL leader

The leader of the CGIL, Maurizio Landini, faces criticism for alleged hypocrisy over contractual wage agreements and failing to pay a former employeeโ€™s severance, despite attacking the government on labor issues.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government showcased new beds at Garrahan, denied underfunding, and spoke of an 'electoral operation'

The Argentine government showcased new beds at the Garrahan Hospital, denied any underfunding accusations, and labeled the ongoing protests as an electoral operation amid a tense labor conflict.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Government allows demanding more working hours from children

The Estonian government plans to change laws to require children to work more hours and receive less time off.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government again postpones rule restricting work on holidays; understand what is at stake

The Brazilian government has delayed the implementation of a new regulation that restricts commercial activity on holidays once more, with a new effective date set for the end of May.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Wage arrears: Labour issues Friday ultimatum to FG

Nigerian organized labor has given the Federal Government a deadline to settle outstanding wage arrears owed to public service workers, warning of potential action if demands are unmet.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Investigation into riders, opposition against the government: 'Enough with starvation wages'

Opposition parties in Italy are criticizing the government for failing to regulate the digital platform job sector, highlighting exploitation cases like those of Glovo and Deliveroo.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government again postpones ordinance that restricts work in commerce on holidays

The Brazilian federal government has postponed the implementation of ordinance 3.665/2023, which limits holiday work in commerce, by an additional 90 days.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Last-minute demand from the trade union movement to the government โ€“ The draft law must be withdrawn

Trade union confederations in Finland demand the withdrawal of a government proposal regarding the conditions of fixed-term employment contracts, citing inadequate preparation and problematic interpretations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When the labor reform would be approved in the Senate

The Argentine Senate has rescheduled its debate agenda to address the critical labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei's government, aiming for its final approval soon.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:29 UTC

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