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🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Teachers' union complains to labor inspectorate about violations in the employment of kindergarten staff

The teachers' union in Latvia has raised concerns about violations in the employment and responsibilities of kindergarten aides, indicating that many perform pedagogical duties alone, which contravenes existing regulations.

Mar 1 • 08:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How exposure to noise above the law may have affected pregnant women in abortion cases at a slaughterhouse in MT

Brazil's Ministry of Labor is investigating a slaughterhouse for alleged noise violations possibly linked to a significant number of abortions among pregnant employees.

Feb 28 • 18:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Consultants punished with 100 hours of forced labor for organizing trips to Crimea

A travel consultant has been sentenced to 100 hours of community service after the Supreme Court upheld an appellate court's ruling regarding violations of sanctions related to travel organization to Crimea.

Feb 25 • 16:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

When will we stop overlooking violations of the 52-hour workweek? [On-site]

The article critiques the frequent violations of South Korea's 52-hour workweek regulation, highlighting ineffective government enforcement and insufficient penalties for companies that exceed working hours.

Feb 24 • 10:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Working 65 Hours a Week for Over 8 Months... Ministry of Labor Identifies Chronic Violations of Unlimited Overtime

The Ministry of Labor has discovered widespread violations of labor laws in manufacturing facilities, where employees consistently work over the legal limit of 52 hours per week, especially in night shifts.

Feb 23 • 10:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ministry of Labor investigates signs of slave-like labor in the hiring of rural workers involved in accident on BR-153

Brazil's Ministry of Labor is investigating potential labor law violations following a bus accident involving rural workers on the BR-153.

Feb 20 • 21:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Almeida sends heavy machinery and excavators to Montecarmelo and puts the neighborhood on alert

The Madrid City Council, led by Almeida, has deployed heavy machinery to Montecarmelo, prompting concerns from residents and complaints regarding labor risk prevention violations.

Feb 20 • 07:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPT investigates evidence of irregularities in hiring rural workers involved in accident on BR-153, says police

The Brazilian Ministry of Labor is investigating potential labor law violations following a bus accident that killed seven rural workers on BR-153.

Feb 19 • 10:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Not Steel Fabrication, Instead... The Operator is Seen Making Children Work in the Video

A shocking truth has emerged following a devastating explosion in Bhivadi, Rajasthan, where illegal firecracker production was taking place under the guise of a steel fabrication unit.

Feb 18 • 10:48 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Minimum Wage: Customs Discovers Thousands of Cases of Illegal Labor

Germany's Customs has revealed widespread violations of the minimum wage laws, with thousands of employers being investigated for failing to comply with regulations.

Feb 15 • 11:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Companies are condemned for cameras in employee dressing rooms

Brazilian courts are condemning companies for installing surveillance cameras in employee dressing rooms, citing violations of privacy rights.

Feb 15 • 09:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Coupang asks for US attorneys to ‘sit in on’ Korean government probe over Zoom

Coupang has requested permission for US attorneys to observe a Korean government investigation into the company over a data leak and labor violations.

Feb 13 • 08:52 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: KZN Sweatshops Sued for Labour Law Violations

The National Bargaining Council is suing Drake Clothing for failing to comply with labor laws, alleging that workers are paid below minimum wage and are subjected to deplorable working conditions.

Feb 12 • 14:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning PE on Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Brazilian news covers various issues including allegations of sexual harassment, inflation rates, corruption perception, labor violations, and a recent tragic swimming incident.

Feb 10 • 11:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Storm around Dino stores. The chain remains silent

Dino stores in Poland are facing allegations regarding worker rights violations, particularly concerning low temperatures in stores, prompting investigations by the National Labor Inspectorate.

Feb 9 • 20:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Labor inspectorate found no violations in national broadcaster

The Labor Inspectorate conducted a thorough investigation and concluded that there were no signs of illegal or undeclared work by the national broadcaster, LRT, following the review of documents and data collected during the inspection.

Feb 7 • 05:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Crime & Justice

Whistleblower reports possible labor law violations at the Music Academy

A whistleblower has reported potential labor law violations at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music, prompting an investigation by the State Labor Inspectorate.

Feb 6 • 08:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The National Power's Unified Bill Causes Backlash Over 'Low Wages and Overwork'... Daegu and Gyeongbuk Will Submit Adjustment Opinions

The National Power's bill allowing exceptions to the Minimum Wage Act and Labor Standards Act has triggered widespread backlash, prompting Daegu city to state it will submit opinions for amendments during the National Assembly review to prevent potential violations of worker rights.

Feb 5 • 08:15 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Detained, interrogated, office searched - The access to AfD politician Dornau in the state parliament

Saxony's AfD politician Jörg Dornau is under investigation regarding his business dealings in Belarus, involving forced labor and potential violations of EU sanctions.

Feb 4 • 12:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Breaking] Special Prosecutor's Office indicts former and current representatives of Coupang Fulfillment for 'unpaid severance pay'

The Special Prosecutor's team investigating the Coupang severance pay case has indicted former CEO Eom Seong-hwan and current CEO Jeong Jong-cheol for violations of labor laws regarding severance pay.

Feb 3 • 09:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Prada Ends Partnership with Hundreds of Italian Suppliers After Labor Violations Found

Prada has terminated contracts with hundreds of Italian suppliers following findings of labor rule violations, adopting a zero-tolerance policy amidst increased scrutiny in the Italian luxury goods sector.

Feb 2 • 15:30 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The ‘pleasant fiction’ of a rules-based order has been blown apart. It’s time for Australia to codify a bill of rights | Julianne Schultz

Julianne Schultz argues that Australia should establish a comprehensive codified charter of rights in light of recent events demonstrating severe human rights violations.

Jan 31 • 19:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Foreign Labor in Israel: The Spread of Exploitation and Living in Harsh Conditions

Foreign workers in Israel face widespread human rights violations, harsh living conditions, and systematic exploitation by some Israeli employers, exacerbated by recent conflict in Gaza.

Jan 4 • 02:56 UTC

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