EK wants to abolish home care support and remove availability consideration
The Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) proposes measures to facilitate work-related immigration to Finland due to declining birth rates and workforce availability concerns.
Fico's government abolished days of rest, but forgot about 100% holiday pay
The government led by Fico has removed public holidays as official days of rest, neglecting to address holiday pay compensation.
As Labor faces pressure to respond boldly to oil shock, it needs to find more unconventional levers to pull
Australia's government is under increasing pressure to address rising oil prices and supply issues following recommendations from the International Energy Agency.
Labor Flexibility
The article discusses the implementation of a new labor flexibility agreement in Ecuador that allows for a voluntary distribution of work hours up to 10 hours a day.
Oslo Ap reverses parking policy: - It's not easy to transport a sofa by bike
Oslo's Labor Party (Ap) is reversing its previously strict parking regulations, acknowledging that the restrictions implemented four years ago were perhaps too harsh.
[Editorial] The Re-Launch of the Economic, Social and Labor Committee: A Springboard to Tackle Difficult Issues like AI and Retirement Age Extension
The re-established Economic, Social and Labor Committee under the Lee Jae-myung government aims to address challenging issues such as AI expansion, low birth rates, and labor market polarization as it reconvenes after over a year of disruption.
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.
Minimum wage in Estonia will increase by 60 euros
The minimum wage in Estonia will rise by 60 euros to 946 euros per month from April 1, as decided by the Estonian government.
Organizing Issues of Foreign Employment: Strengthening Measures Against Malicious Businesses and Promoting Japanese Language Education
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is addressing foreign employment issues, focusing on stricter measures against unscrupulous employers and the promotion of Japanese language education.
The minimum wage will rise to 946 euros
The Estonian government has approved an increase in the minimum wage to 946 euros for the year 2026, with a corresponding rise in the hourly wage to 5.67 euros effective from April 1.
State Audit: Lithuania's Active Aging Policy Needs Change โ Auditors Provide Suggestions
Lithuania's state audit highlights the shortcomings in the country's active aging policy, emphasizing the need for substantial reforms to better integrate older citizens into the labor market and cultural life.
President Yoon: To Enhance Employment Flexibility, We Must Create Acceptable Conditions for Workers
President Yoon emphasized the need to create conditions that allow workers to accept employment flexibility that companies desire during a labor policy discussion.
Unemployment is rising, while job offices receive less and less money
Poland is experiencing an increase in unemployment, coupled with significant budget cuts to job offices aimed at providing support and activation programs.
Government to Reduce Blind Spots in National Pension: Lower Burdens for Special Employment Workers and Consider Raising Enrollment Age
The South Korean government is planning to convert special employment workers to workplace subscribers of the national pension and is considering raising the enrollment age from below 60 in an effort to reduce blind spots in the system.
It is official: Donald Trump eases the hiring of migrant workers to face the agricultural labor shortage
The Trump administration has decided to facilitate the hiring of foreign agricultural workers to address the growing labor shortage in the U.S. agricultural sector.
Trump will decide on early elections
The Greek government is poised to increase the minimum wage in the private sector, aiming for around 940 euros this year and possibly 1,000 euros in the following year.
Monitor Polski from March 16, 2026 (item 292)
The Polish Minister of Family, Labour and Social Policy has announced the amounts of one-time compensation payments for workplace accidents or occupational diseases for the period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
What is capital gains tax and how does it work? โ video
The article explains the concept of capital gains tax and discusses the potential changes the Albanese Labor government may make to the tax discount.
What changed with the H-2A visa: the measure from Trump that migrants celebrate but generates controversy in the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Labor made modifications to the H-2A visa program's minimum wage policy, which are praised by migrants for easing labor shortages but criticized by unions for potentially lowering wages for agricultural workers.
Heavy S-politician opens up for government with M
Ardalan Shekarabi, the Social Democratic labor market policy spokesperson, indicates openness to a coalition government with the Moderates in Sweden.
The Growing Wages of Those in Their 20s and the Struggles of Those in Their 50s: The Wage Increase Gap Revealed by Labor Shortages
Wages for younger workers are significantly rising, while those for middle-aged workers are stagnating, highlighting a growing wage disparity between generations.
The government canceled the holidays on May 8 and September 15 but kept the 100 percent bonuses for work
The Slovak government has abolished May 8 and September 15 as public holidays, but employees will still receive a 100% bonus for working on these days.
[Editorial] Korea canโt let US trade probes strong-arm it into concessions
The US Trade Representative has started Section 301 investigations targeting South Korea and other trade partners over alleged unfair trade practices, potentially complicating South Korea's tariff negotiations.
UK among economies investigated in fresh US trade war move
The UK is part of a new US trade investigation focusing on forced labor practices that could lead to increased tariffs on numerous countries.
New tool for tariffs from the USA: Investigations in 60 economies for goods produced with forced labor
The U.S. has launched new trade investigations into 60 economies worldwide regarding their failure to curb imports of products made with forced labor, potentially leading to new tariffs and escalating international trade tensions.
[Breaking News] The United States Begins Investigation Under Trade Law 301 Regarding 'Forced Labor', Including South Korea
The United States has initiated an investigation under Trade Law 301 to block imports of goods produced by forced labor, including those from South Korea among 60 other countries.
Marek Kobylaลski: New powers of the PIP as a scare tactic for entrepreneurs
The Polish government has granted the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP) new powers, sparking debate on their implications for businesses.
Jobs: Why does the state promote part-time work when it wants full-time?
The article discusses the contradiction in German policy promoting part-time jobs despite a national emphasis on full-time employment, highlighting its impact on women's economic opportunities and societal inequalities.
Labor fuel quality downgrade to pump supply into regions; Atlassianโs AI-driven layoffs; and finding your personal style
Labor is temporarily relaxing fuel standard rules to increase petrol supply to regional areas amid concerns of shortages.
What will change in the employment of Ukrainian citizens?
The article discusses upcoming changes to the employment rights of Ukrainian citizens in Poland, as a new law will gradually revoke the special permissions they currently hold.
If God rested on the seventh day, does He defend the 6x1 work schedule?
A debate in Brasรญlia has emerged over the 6x1 work schedule, bolstered by conservative evangelical arguments that liken this labor model to a divine mandate as described in the Bible.
Labor must stop juicing house prices and make buying a home the Australian dream โ not negatively gearing one
The article argues that Australian housing policies are inflating house prices and making homeownership unaffordable, urging the government to reconsider its approach.
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.
Discussion on 'Work Style' Begins Under Prime Minister Takaichi: Focus on Discretionary Labor System and More
The Takaichi administration has initiated discussions regarding 'work style,' with a focus on expanding the discretionary labor system and revisiting overtime regulations.
Review of 'Shipbuilding Industry's Regional Visa' One Month After President Lee's Critique
The South Korean government is re-evaluating a regional visa system for migrant workers in the shipbuilding sector following criticism from President Lee Jae-myung about labor shortages.
Speeding Up Retirement Pension Reform Including Introduction of Fund-Type System... Legal Revision Within Year
The South Korean government plans to accelerate reforms of the retirement pension system, including the introduction of a fund-type system, with legal amendments expected by the end of the year.
Workday: Labor Minister Explains in Seven Points the Agreement for Distribution of 40 Weekly Hours
Ecuador's Labor Minister Harold Burbano outlines a new agreement regarding the distribution of the 40-hour workweek aimed at strengthening workers' rights and promoting employment.
Cost of reducing working hours cannot become a frenzy, says Lula's minister, who rules out compensation
Brazil's Minister of Labor, Luiz Marinho, emphasized that the costs associated with reducing the maximum weekly working hours should not hinder achieving a balance in the workplace, asserting the government's stance against compensation.
Labor to pass super tax changes with support of Greens
Labor is set to finalize legislation to raise taxes on superannuation account balances exceeding $3 million, backed by the Greens, which will take effect in July.
Richest super balances to be taxed at higher rates after Greens agree to back Labor plan
The Australian Labor government will raise taxes on superannuation balances exceeding $3 million after securing support from the Greens, marking a shift in taxation policy for wealthier retirees.
The anti-climate policy blowing a hole in Laborโs budget - podcast
The podcast discusses the Australian government's fuel tax credit scheme, which is criticized for incentivizing fossil fuel consumption and straining the federal budget amid calls for climate action.
Argentinaโs Javier Milei reforms โdelusionalโ 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.
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.
โ65-year-old retirement age extensionโ Human Rights Commission recommendation accepted by Ministry of Employment and Labor and Office for Government Policy Coordination
The Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Office for Government Policy Coordination have agreed to a recommendation by the National Human Rights Commission to raise the legal retirement age in South Korea from 60 to 65.
Basic Security: Bas Defends Citizen's Basic Income Reform as 'Socially Just'
Federal Minister of Labor Bรคrbel Bas defends the upcoming reform of the Citizen's Basic Income in the Bundestag as a means to support those in need while expecting increased participation.
Struggle between Government and Autonomous Communities over conversation assistants: thousands of foreign youth may not go to schools due to "lack of legal security"
The program for foreign conversation assistants in Spain is at risk due to inspections by the Ministry of Labor, which claims these assistants are being misclassified as false interns.
Government: LO members should be able to stop S-contributions
The Swedish government proposes that members of LO unions should be allowed to refuse part of their membership fees being allocated to the Social Democrats, enhancing transparency in party funding and lobbying.
'Luke says ok': Ministerโs office aware of 'egregious' election message
Tasracing's messaging during the Tasmanian election campaign has drawn criticism for breaching caretaker conventions by promoting a political party's policy.
More Detailed Disclosure of Wage Arrears Status...Expansion of Statistical Indicators from 3 to 11
The South Korean Ministry of Employment and Labor has announced an expansion of indicators for wage arrears statistics, increasing transparency and policy response capabilities.
When does the labor reform proposed by Milei, sanctioned by Congress, come into effect?
The labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei has been approved by Argentina's legislature and awaits presidential promulgation to take effect.