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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government is considering hiring temporaries to unblock thousands of partial retirements in municipalities and communities

The Spanish government is contemplating hiring temporary workers to facilitate pending partial retirements in public administrations, in response to union demands for labor reform.

Mar 18 • 16:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Crossings in Prague 4 are quickly disappearing. It's okay, it's temporary due to repairs, explain road workers

Road workers in Prague are temporarily removing pedestrian crossings in Prague 4 for repairs, reassuring residents that these changes are not permanent.

Mar 16 • 14:36 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatchewan industries brace as temporary foreign worker permits set to expire

Saskatchewan's industries are preparing for significant disruptions as over 1.3 million temporary foreign worker permits are set to expire by the end of the year, impacting sectors like hospitality and agriculture.

Mar 14 • 01:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news in California: they are already looking for workers for the June elections and paying up to $240 a day

California is recruiting temporary workers for the upcoming gubernatorial primary elections, offering compensation of up to $240 per day.

Mar 11 • 08:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IBGE announces the schedule for a competition that will hire over 39,000 temporary workers

The Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) plans to release recruitment announcements for 39,000 temporary positions in the first half of 2026.

Mar 10 • 13:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Labor to Supervise 'Split Contracts' in Public Sector

The South Korea Ministry of Labor is set to begin supervising and banning the practice of 'split contracts' for temporary workers in the public sector, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure fair labor practices.

Mar 10 • 06:25 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Fewer Temporary Workers in Healthcare

The cost of temporary healthcare staff in Sweden has decreased by 20% over the past year, with the most significant reductions seen in somatic and psychiatric care.

Mar 10 • 02:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The ‘Temporary Workers’ of La Moncloa: This is How Sánchez's Advisory World Works

The article explores the structure and functioning of the advisory team behind Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, highlighting the qualifications and characteristics of its members.

Mar 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Crippling’: Sechelt could lose 300 temporary foreign workers, mayor says

The mayor of Sechelt warns that the community could face serious consequences if it loses 300 temporary foreign workers due to federal restrictions.

Mar 7 • 00:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Fear of the law proposal spreads - Strong reaction from the chair of the National Coalition Women's Association

The Finnish government's proposed law allowing temporary employment contracts for up to a year without justification has sparked significant criticism from various stakeholders, including a notable reaction from the chair of the National Coalition Women's Association.

Mar 4 • 06:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Road workers have important news: warning about a danger that is forming faster than usual

The company 'Kelių priežiūra' in Lithuania is addressing urgent road repairs due to unusual traffic incidents and has implemented temporary restrictions for safety.

Feb 28 • 07:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Violanta: 'Closure' at the fatal factory - 'The licensing process must be followed again'

The regional governor of Thessaly has ordered a temporary closure of the Violanta factory in Trikala following a fatal explosion that killed five female workers, necessitating a full compliance with licensing procedures before it can resume operations.

Feb 21 • 16:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Violanta: Temporary shutdown of the factory decided by the Thessaly Region

The Thessaly Regional Governor has ordered a temporary shutdown of the Violanta A.E. factory following a deadly explosion.

Feb 21 • 14:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for entrepreneurs in Florida: a new law proposes changes in the minimum wage for workers

A proposed law in Florida aims to introduce temporary opt-out provisions for the minimum wage, targeting specific groups and sparking debate over employee protections versus flexibility for businesses.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

VioLanta: Temporary 'lockdown' of the second factory – 'We believe there is an immediate risk to the safety of the facilities and the workers'

The operation of the 'Vitafree' industry at the second factory of 'VioLanta' in Greece has been temporarily halted due to safety concerns.

Feb 16 • 20:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court prohibits the municipality of MG from hiring temporary workers for permanent positions

The court has barred the municipality of Carmo do Paranaíba from making irregular temporary hires for positions that should be permanent, citing violations of public selection processes.

Feb 13 • 18:21 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta pauses health-care coverage change for some international work permit holders

The Alberta government has temporarily halted a policy that would cut health coverage for certain temporary foreign workers, following public and employer concerns.

Feb 10 • 17:44 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Circular Migration, the Government's Offer

Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a circular migration program aimed at providing safe and legal temporary labor opportunities abroad, starting with the selection of 150 workers for agricultural jobs in Florida this February.

Feb 7 • 00:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Ecuador will select 150 workers for temporary agricultural employment in the United States

The Ecuadorian government announced an expansion of the Circular Migration Program, allowing 150 citizens to work legally in Florida's agricultural sector under H-2 visa conditions beginning in February.

Feb 5 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Who is more on sick leave? Temporary incapacity by age and autonomous community

The article discusses the significant increase in temporary incapacity among workers aged 25 to 35, rising by 67%, compared to a 43% increase among those aged 55 to 65, raising concerns among employers, unions, and the government.

Feb 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Anxiety disorders become the main cause of temporary disability leave among workers in RJ

In 2025, anxiety, depression, and panic attacks emerged as the leading causes of temporary disability leave for workers in Rio de Janeiro, with over 16,000 cases registered.

Feb 3 • 07:02 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
Crime & Justice

The Labor Court concludes: The state did not underpay its corona substitutes

The Labor Court has ruled that the state did not underpay its temporary corona workers, amidst accusations of wage dumping during the pandemic.

Feb 2 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

"I have managed to hire two girls, but I need more": how Julio Iglesias recruited domestic workers

The article discusses the informal methods Julio Iglesias used to recruit domestic workers for his mansion in Punta Cana, highlighting the use of temporary Instagram ads with catchy names to attract candidates.

Jan 14 • 22:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Temporary workers with better protection? Employers' costs under expert scrutiny

Experts assess the impact of a proposed law aimed at enhancing the protection of temporary workers, which seeks to reduce pay discrimination and equalize access to benefits.

Dec 30 • 14:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain hires 25% more temporary immigrants who then return to their countries

Spain has increased its recruitment of temporary foreign workers by 25% in 2025, enabling the hiring of 25,767 seasonal workers who return to their home countries after their contracts end.

Dec 29 • 14:33 UTC

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