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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rent vs. fixed-term deposit: which investment yields more today

The article discusses the impact of recent labor reform laws in Argentina on the real estate rental market, highlighting tax exemptions for landlords.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will the President Sign the PIP Reform? There Are Constitutional Doubts

The article discusses potential constitutional doubts surrounding the PIP reform awaiting the President's signature in Poland.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Fake 3.3% Contracts Found at Semiconductor Company Subcontractors

The Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor uncovered widespread use of fake 3.3% contracts at semiconductor subcontractors, where employers disguise their workers as self-employed to evade legal obligations.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Forced Leave for Office Workers Nearby BTS Concert? Labor Minister Says No

As the BTS concert approaches, some companies near the venue are reportedly forcing employees to take leave, with the Labor Minister stating that such practices are illegal.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

A fifteen-year-old boy, whose arm was torn off by a conveyor belt, worked illegally in a company in Klatovy region.

A fifteen-year-old boy lost his arm while working illegally at a company in the Klatovy region of Czechia.

Mar 18 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

State authorities will strengthen cooperation in combating illegal employment

Czech state authorities are enhancing collaboration to tackle illegal employment.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€œReal Boss, Come Out, There is Nowhere Left to Retreatโ€โ€ฆ Jeonbuk Labor Groups Demand Primary Negotiations

Labor workers in Jeonbuk are demanding collective bargaining from their primary employers following amendments to labor laws that enhance their rights.

Mar 18 โ€ข 05:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Do entrepreneurs comply with requirements when employing citizens from third countries?

Latvian officials are investigating compliance with labor laws concerning the employment of foreign nationals, citing many reports of violations including low wages and excessively long working hours.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SAK's Eloranta calls for reforms to strike laws from the next government

Jarkko Eloranta, chairman of Finland's trade union confederation SAK, calls for significant reforms to labor laws and improved employee protections from the next government.

Mar 17 โ€ข 08:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

March 25: How those who work are compensated

The article outlines the laws regarding compensation for workers during the national holiday of March 25 in Greece.

Mar 16 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Pay Unemployment Benefits to Manager Kim [Because]

The article discusses the complexities of unemployment benefits in South Korea, particularly in cases of voluntary resignation under economic pressures.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Small companies will also be able to check employees on sick leave. But will they want to?

Changes in Polish law will allow small companies to monitor sick leave, raising concerns about the potential for misuse and the challenges of implementation.

Mar 16 โ€ข 04:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

PIP Reform at the Finish Line. Can Entrepreneurs Breathe Easy?

The article discusses ongoing reforms of the National Labor Inspectorate in Poland, focusing on new competencies, legislative goals, and controversial amendments.

Mar 13 โ€ข 03:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

The murky waters of Australia's cruise ship labour laws

Allegations regarding poor working conditions for Carnival cruise ship workers in Australia have resurfaced, highlighting ongoing concerns about labor laws governing the industry.

Mar 12 โ€ข 22:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Undeclared Work: Which Sectors Are Under Scrutiny

The Greek Labor Inspection Agency is launching targeted checks to combat undeclared work in various sectors.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Addressing Labor Exploitation with Stricter Legislation

The Finnish government is proposing stricter laws to combat labor exploitation, including new criminal offenses targeting wage underpayment and unfair working conditions.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

As Lithuania sinks deeper into a demographic crisis - an unexpected proposal from a Member of Parliament

A Lithuanian MP proposes amendments to labor laws aimed at creating a more flexible parental benefit system to better support families amidst a growing demographic crisis.

Mar 11 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Liwiusz Laska, Karol Perkowski: Entrepreneurs must open the doors to the National Labor Inspectorate

The article discusses the need for reforms in Poland's labor laws to combat illegal employment through seemingly legitimate civil contracts, highlighting the ineffectiveness of current tools and introducing a new administrative institution for converting these contracts into employment agreements.

Mar 10 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

40-hour workweek not increasing, only redistributing once regulation comes into effect

Ecuador's Labor Minister confirmed that the 40-hour workweek remains unchanged but allows for its redistribution under the new Ministerial Agreement 059.

Mar 10 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Draft Law on Easing Fixed-term Employment Contracts to be Sent for Constitutional Review

Finland's parliamentary committee has decided to send a bill aimed at easing restrictions on fixed-term employment contracts for constitutional review, delaying its potential implementation.

Mar 10 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Labor moves to block some temporary visa holders travelling to Australia amid Middle East war

The Australian government is proposing changes to immigration laws to restrict temporary visa holders from certain countries, influenced by the current conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 10 โ€ข 01:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Economic growth at the expense of low-wage earners? Thousands of workers face salary decline

Proposed changes to labor laws in Latvia threaten to significantly reduce overtime pay, potentially impacting thousands of workers' salaries.

Mar 9 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The 'hidden reforms' of the new labor modernization law

Argentina's new labor modernization law includes controversial reforms that repeal various labor laws, notably eliminating telework rights and several professional statutes.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: Former Gesamtmetall President Stefan Wolf Convicted with High Fine

Former Gesamtmetall President Stefan Wolf has been convicted and fined 28,000 euros for employing a household helper without proper tax payments.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Argentinaโ€™s Javier Milei reforms โ€˜delusionalโ€™ labour laws in bid to spark economy

Argentina's President Javier Milei has enacted transformative labor reforms aimed at revitalizing the economy, facing opposition from unions and leftist parties.

Mar 7 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In the Middle of 'Grooming': This is How Deputy Diana Sรกnchez Barrios Voted in the CDMX Congress Session

Deputy Diana Sรกnchez Barrios faced backlash for appearing on a virtual session while having her hair styled.

Mar 7 โ€ข 03:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The deadline for me to receive my fourteenth salary payment

Workers in Ecuador are about to receive their fourteenth salary payment, which is mandated by law and varies by region.

Mar 6 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Coordinator of Flรกvio's campaign anticipates new reforms in social security and labor

Rogรฉrio Marinho, coordinator of Flรกvio Bolsonaro's presidential campaign, discusses potential new reforms in Brazil's social security and labor laws following a possible electoral victory.

Mar 6 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Owner of Sadia reaches agreement with the Public Ministry and removes pregnant women from slaughterhouses

The owner of brands like Sadia and Perdigรฃo has signed an agreement to immediately transfer pregnant employees from areas exposed to excessive noise in their Lucas do Rio Verde plant.

Mar 5 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Akava: These government reforms must be canceled

The Finnish trade union organization Akava demands the reversal of recent government reforms concerning labor laws and tax deductions.

Mar 5 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

10.5% Want to Increase Working Hours: Summary of Work Style Reform by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare

A survey by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare indicates that 10.5% of workers wish to increase their working hours, showing a significant public sentiment towards work style reform.

Mar 5 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜A win for democracyโ€™: Labor abandons freedom of information law changes that would have reduced transparency

The Australian Labor government has reversed its proposed changes to freedom of information laws, which would have implemented new fees and restricted access to government information.

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon's Emotional Reunion with โ€˜Filipino Workerโ€™ He Defended 34 Years Ago...Assisted with Industrial Accident Compensation

President Yoon met with Filipino worker Ariel Galac, whom he defended as a human rights lawyer 34 years ago, during his visit to the Philippines, reflecting on the changes in labor compensation laws since their case.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
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

What the law says: this is how holidays in March 2026 are paid

The article discusses the payment structure for holidays in Argentina in March 2026, detailing how two specific days will be treated under local labor laws.

Mar 2 โ€ข 16:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Paweล‚ Burzyล„ski: An Overloaded and Intimidated Prosecutor Knows It Could Get Even Worse

The interview highlights systemic issues in the Polish prosecution service, particularly relating to work regulations and recent legal rulings.

Mar 2 โ€ข 03:55 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‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Milei Roars in Argentina Against Everything and with Congress at His Feet

President Javier Milei has successfully passed three major laws in Congress during extraordinary sessions, marking a significant political moment for his administration.

Mar 1 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Without mincing words, Folha offended readers by talking about work

Folha's recent article suggesting that Brazilians work less than the global average sparked criticism for its lack of context and simplistic conclusions.

Mar 1 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: the photo that the President uploaded with a message for the senators of his bloc and allies, after the approval of two key laws

President Javier Milei celebrated the Senate's final approval of labor reform and the modification of the Juvenile Penal Regime with a photo of his allies and a congratulatory message.

Feb 28 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Are Changes Ahead for Students? An Important Project Returned to the Agenda of the Seimas

Luka Savickas from the Democratic Party faction in Lithuania's parliament proposes amendments to labor laws to allow students to work legally during internships and gain experience.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

More vacation and the end of calculating seniority by old rules. Problems in the offices

New regulations regarding employment seniority come into effect in Poland, allowing previously uncounted employment periods to be included, impacting vacation entitlements for many workers.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Should the 6x1 work schedule end in Brazil? YES

Proposals in Brazil's Congress aim to reduce the workweek from 44 to 36 hours while increasing days off, highlighting significant economic and social benefits.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A driver exploded with fury over the closure of 9 de Julio: 'Go to work'

A driver in Buenos Aires expressed her anger over road blockages caused by labor reform protests, which have become a focal point amidst the Senate's debate on new labor laws.

Feb 27 โ€ข 19:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Labor clarifies that seniority and eleven other bonuses cannot be eliminated when raising the minimum wage

The Spanish Ministry of Labor has announced a decree preventing companies from eliminating certain salary bonuses in response to minimum wage increases.

Feb 27 โ€ข 17:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Discussions Begin to Correct Delays in Minimum Wage Enforcement, Including Suppression of Excessive Competition with Neighboring Prefectures

Japan's Central Minimum Wage Council has initiated discussions aimed at correcting delays in the enforcement of minimum wage increases and addressing excessive wage competition with neighboring prefectures.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:12 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

Suspicion of Pressure in Coupang Investigation: Prosecutor Eom Hee-jun Indicted Without Arrest

Prosecutors have indicted former Chief Prosecutor Eom Hee-jun and Deputy Chief Prosecutor Kim Dong-hee for abusing their power in connection with the Coupang severance pay investigation.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Sectors call for separation of debates on 6x1 shift and payroll tax exemption

Business entities argue that discussions regarding the potential end of the 6x1 work shift and payroll tax exemptions should not be linked.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for California: what laws signed by Gavin Newsom took effect in February 2026

California's new laws taking effect in February 2026 focus on employee rights and workplace regulations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:00 UTC

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