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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Is there a strike on Friday, February 27?

Trade unions have called for a nationwide strike on February 27 coinciding with discussions of labor reform legislation in the Argentine Congress.

Feb 25 • 21:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Last-minute demand from the trade union movement to the government – The draft law must be withdrawn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 • 17:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Strike on Friday, February 27: these are the unions that join the mobilization called

On February 27, a national strike is set to occur in Argentina, organized by the United Trade Union Front in response to proposed labor reforms.

Feb 25 • 15:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

PIP Reform: A Strong, Unified Voice from Trade Unions and Employers

The article discusses the collaboration between trade unions and employers in advocating for reforms within the Polish National Labor Inspectorate (PIP).

Feb 23 • 17:12 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Criticism from trade union leaders to the Family House

Björn Brynjúlfur Björnsson of the Business Council defends his organization's report on sick leave rights against criticism from trade union officials.

Feb 22 • 13:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - Emmanuel Macron has arrived at the Agricultural Show

Emmanuel Macron arrived at the Agricultural Show amid a boycott by some agricultural unions over government policies.

Feb 21 • 07:29 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Trade Union Leaders Criticize Business Council

Union leaders Kolbrún Halldórsdóttir and Sonja Ýr Þorbergsdóttir have condemned a report from the Business Council regarding the sick leave rights of public employees, claiming it is based on misleading statistics.

Feb 20 • 22:25 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Argentina: Controversial reform adopted

The Argentine Congress's lower house has approved a controversial labor reform proposal supported by President Javier Milei, which has faced significant opposition from trade unions.

Feb 20 • 04:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The government gives the green light to amendments to the Labour Code: it also concerns wages

The Lithuanian government is set to implement amendments to the Labour Code aimed at enhancing workers' rights and improving negotiation power for trade unions and employers.

Feb 18 • 11:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Argentine Unions Announce General Strike Against Milei's Labor Reform

The Argentine General Confederation of Labor has announced a 24-hour general strike to protest President Javier Milei's labor reform proposal.

Feb 16 • 16:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

It's done! Estonia has a new minimum wage

Estonian unions and employers have reached a consensus on the country's new minimum wage following mediation efforts.

Feb 16 • 14:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Employers and trade unions reached an agreement on the minimum wage issue

Employers and trade unions in Estonia have reached a compromise agreement regarding the minimum wage, setting it at 946 euros for 2026.

Feb 16 • 13:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Gender Pay Gap Won't Close for Another 30 Years, Warns Trade Unions Group

The Trades Union Congress warns that if progress continues at the current rate, the gender pay gap in Kenya will not close until 2056, with significant disparities remaining across various industries.

Feb 16 • 08:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Trade Unions Want to Know Where the MAP Will Guarantee Funds for JSW

Trade unions are questioning the Ministry of State Assets about the funding for the Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa (JSW) and the implications of a recent agreement on its financial future.

Feb 13 • 18:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Despite the support of miners, there is still no agreement between unions and the management of JSW

Negotiations between the management of Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa and trade unions continue despite overwhelming support from workers for an agreement.

Feb 13 • 12:59 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Indian farmers protest trade deal with US

Indian farmers and trade unions staged a nationwide strike in response to a new trade deal with the United States over concerns it will harm local agriculture.

Feb 12 • 22:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Is the 13th and 14th pension threatened? Karol Nawrocki spoke out

Karol Nawrocki assured union representatives that he will not support any legislation to raise the retirement age or eliminate the 13th and 14th pensions during a meeting at the Presidential Palace.

Feb 12 • 15:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

25,000 Employees Arrive One Hour Late at Defense Institutions in MP

A nationwide trade union strike against the central government's policies led to about 25,000 civilian employees at defense institutions in Madhya Pradesh arriving one hour late to work.

Feb 12 • 09:26 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Strong Demonstration by Trade Unions; Video

Trade unions in India staged a vigorous demonstration to demand various labor rights and government actions.

Feb 12 • 08:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

How far has the 'Jeonbuk-style labor-management consultation' come?... Confirming the results and tasks of the province and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions

The Jeonbuk chapter of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions and the Jeonbuk provincial government reviewed the progress of their labor-management consultation model and outlined ongoing challenges.

Feb 12 • 08:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

LIVE: 10 Farmer Organizations and Trade Unions Call for India Shutdown Today, Protesting on Three Issues

On February 12, a coalition of farmer organizations and trade unions is calling for a nationwide shutdown in India to protest against several economic policies and labor laws enacted by the central government.

Feb 12 • 02:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Launch of Labor-Union Consultation Body between the Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions: A Permanent Communication Channel Established

The Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions (KCTU) have established a consultative body to facilitate ongoing dialogue on labor policies in South Korea.

Feb 11 • 02:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trade unions demand that the end of the 6x1 shift includes a reduction in working hours

Brazil's major trade unions are advocating for the reduction of the weekly work hours from 44 to 40 as the legislature considers changing the 6x1 work schedule.

Feb 10 • 17:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

PASKE: Threatens to leave PASOK - 'Unprecedented lynching against Panagopoulos'

PASKE has threatened to leave PASOK, accusing the party's trade union network of unprecedented attacks against Yiannis Panagopoulos.

Feb 10 • 16:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Conflict at Dino continues, talks are stalled. Trade unionists: the management was represented by the head of OHS

Negotiations aimed at resolving ongoing conflicts between employees and management at Dino chain stores have stalled, with union representatives expressing disappointment over the lack of meaningful discussions during the meeting.

Feb 10 • 15:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The first numbers tell: The removal of tax deduction rights for membership fees is already reflected in departures from trade unions

The Finnish government's removal of tax deduction rights for union membership fees has led to a noticeable decrease in union membership in certain sectors.

Feb 10 • 06:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Two Major Trade Unions Say, 'Let's Find Solutions Together to Employment Crisis in the AI Era'

The leaders of South Korea's two major trade unions have decided to jointly address the employment crisis and deteriorating labor conditions exacerbated by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).

Feb 10 • 06:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Is the Minister trying to bypass the president's veto? "Gross abuse of authority"

A Polish teachers' union has criticized the Minister of Education for attempting to bypass a presidential veto regarding educational regulations and standards.

Feb 8 • 13:44 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Can trade unionists use someone else's image without violating the GDPR? NSA ruling

The Polish Supreme Administrative Court ruled that the use of someone's image without consent may not violate data protection laws when trade unions advocate for workers' rights.

Feb 6 • 14:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Court rejects arrest warrant for Ko Jin-soo, head of Sejong Hotel branch... 'No risk of flight or evidence destruction'

An arrest warrant for Ko Jin-soo, the head of the Sejong Hotel branch of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, was rejected by the court, citing no risk of flight or destruction of evidence despite his involvement in a protest inside the hotel.

Feb 4 • 13:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

"The person who participated in the high-altitude protest"... Police specifically request the arrest of branch president Ko Jin-soo

Police have requested the arrest of Ko Jin-soo, president of the Seoul Hotel branch of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, citing his prior high-altitude protest as a significant reason amidst his ongoing lobbying sit-in for the withdrawal of mass layoffs at the hotel.

Feb 4 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Paulig's plans to expand production in Saue depend on agreement with the Swedish trade union

International food producer Paulig plans to centralize its Santa Maria spice production in Estonia, which would lead to significant expansion at its Saue factory and the creation of new jobs, contingent upon reaching an agreement with Swedish trade unions that would result in the closure of their facility in Mölndal, Sweden.

Feb 3 • 16:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Prosecutors request arrest warrant for Ko Jin-soo, head of the branch of the Sejong Hotel who staged a 'return to work' protest

Prosecutors have filed for an arrest warrant against Ko Jin-soo, a fired worker and leader of the Sejong Hotel branch of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions, over allegations of obstruction of business following his 336-day protest for reinstatement.

Feb 3 • 15:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Trade union federations plan to address sectoral tables with the Minister of Labor

Delegates from the National Labor and Wages Council will meet with Minister of Labor Harold Burbano to discuss sectoral tables on February 3rd.

Feb 3 • 11:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Trade Unions Skeptical of Salary Reform

Trade unions express skepticism towards a bill on pay equality in Poland, highlighting concerns about labor market challenges and the proposed limitations on union roles.

Feb 3 • 03:33 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ministry will develop new regulations for the functioning of trade unions

The Ministry of Labor has issued a ministerial agreement that repeals the previous regulations for labor organizations and mandates the creation of new guidelines within 90 days.

Feb 2 • 20:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pablo Moyano joins the bloc of unions that broke away from the CGT to mobilize against labor reform

Pablo Moyano, the second-in-command of the Truckers' Union, announces his decision to join the hardline faction opposing labor reform within the CGT.

Feb 2 • 16:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police urge NLC, TUC to reschedule Tuesday’s Abuja protest

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has requested the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress to postpone their planned February 3 protest due to security concerns.

Feb 2 • 14:10 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Var, Lot, Touraine... Farmers' Protests Continue in France

Farmers in France continue to protest against economic challenges and their opposition to a free trade agreement, despite tractors leaving Paris after a rally organized by FNSEA and JA unions.

Jan 14 • 11:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

JSW on the brink of bankruptcy. How politicians and trade unionists contributed to it – investigation by 'Rzeczpospolita'

The article explores the management failures, wage system changes, political influences, and the hiring of restructuring advisors that have led Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa to the verge of bankruptcy.

Jan 12 • 03:30 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

France's Prime Minister meets with farmer's trade unions as protests resume

France's Prime Minister is engaged in discussions with farmer trade unions amid the resurgence of protests.

Jan 5 • 11:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Far right hate and 'poison is infecting British schools, hospitals and prisons'

Steve Gillan, the new president of the Trade Union Congress, warns of the dangerous rise of far-right extremism infiltrating British schools, hospitals, and prisons.

Jan 1 • 18:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Cooperation between unions and employers is needed to eliminate the wage gap

Experts express concerns regarding the implementation of the equal pay law and outline the responsibilities that employers will face under the new regulations while emphasizing the involvement of trade unions in job valuation processes.

Dec 31 • 04:41 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Monika Uhlerová's Warning: We Invest Too Little in Research, Thus We Have Low Salaries

Monika Uhlerová, president of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Slovakia, claims that low company investments in research and development keep Slovakia trapped in a low-value-added economic model and contribute to low wages.

Dec 29 • 08:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Britons tighten their belts. Trade unions call for a reset of relations with the EU

Trade unions in the UK are advocating for a reset in relations with the EU amidst concerns related to Brexit's impact on inflation and economic growth.

Dec 28 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"An intolerable accident": CGT and CFDT are joining the civil suit after the fatal explosion at the Elkem factory in Lyon

Following a fatal explosion at the Elkem plant in Lyon, trade unions CGT and CFDT are joining the legal proceedings and demanding a thorough investigation into the incident that resulted in two deaths and two injuries.

Dec 26 • 18:35 UTC

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