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Negotiations for wage agreements in Norway's competitive industrial sector are set to commence, with the deadline for negotiations on March 26 and mediation starting April 7 if no agreement is reached.

Fellesforbundet has formally initiated wage negotiations with Norsk Industri, with a deadline set for March 26 and mediation starting April 7 if no agreement is reached.

Civil servants in Nigeria are celebrating the approval of a full gratuity scheme for retiring workers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, marking the end of a long-standing demand.

Robert Biedroń critiques the NSA ruling regarding same-sex civil unions, asserting the need for true equality for LGBTQ+ citizens in Poland.

More than 75% of ABC staff are set to strike for the first time in two decades, leading to significant news service disruptions.

The UK faces a looming economic crisis attributed to Donald Trump's actions related to Iran, with calls for urgent government action to prevent job losses for working families.

The Osun APC accuses the Joint Labour Movement of planning a violent protest in support of the state government amidst a local government allocation dispute.

On January 17, a significant protest organized by major labor unions in South Korea demonstrated changes in police presence and management methods during public gatherings.

Freight transport unions and international trade representatives from the border region expressed concerns regarding new security tariffs during a meeting with a CAN delegation in Tulcán, Ecuador.

Finland's government has enacted a controversial tax reform removing the tax deductibility of union fees, raising concerns among low-wage workers about potential impacts on union membership.

Debate over cousin marriage in the UK has resurfaced as NHS educational materials defend such unions, countering long-held health risk beliefs.

The President of the Joint Health Sector Unions has criticized the Nigerian government for the delay in resuming a committee tasked with reviewing health workers' salaries and agreements.

A mobilization of approximately 500 people from transportation and cross-border trade unions is taking place near the Rumichaca international bridge in Ecuador.

A significant protest organized by six public service unions took place in Zagreb, demanding better social dialogue with the government and negotiations on collective agreements.

The closure of the Hoepli bookstore due to liquidation decisions has sparked reactions from politicians, unions, and civil society in Italy.

The College Republicans chapter at the University of Florida has filed a lawsuit after the school shut down their club following antisemitic allegations, amidst a backdrop of various issues related to educational policies and union activities.

The Polish Ministry of Health announced that no agreement was reached during discussions on changes to the pay increase law for medical staff, meaning no modifications will occur.

The ongoing strike by doctors in Spain has caused significant cancellations of medical appointments, with no progress made between the unions and the health ministry.

The Finnish union Pro has accused local stock companies of adopting a short-sighted losing strategy focused on excessive dividends instead of growth.

The Spanish National Police has launched an internal risk assessment after labor harassment allegations against the Senate's commissioner by police unions.

Hyundai Samho has announced its willingness to negotiate with subcontractor unions under South Korea's 'Yellow Envelope Law,' recognizing its role as an 'employer' in the negotiations.

Social movements and trade unions in Brazil are organizing a series of events on April 15th to advocate for the end of the 6x1 work schedule and to push for a reduction in the workday without salary cuts.

Trade union leaders emphasize the critical need for improved early retirement rights over wealth tax in upcoming government negotiations.

Lithuania's Education Ministry plans to form a negotiation group to respond to union demands for improved safety in the education sector.

The unions representing the Agency for Social Inclusion in Czechia have declared a strike alert due to unresolved issues.

On March 19, several dozen people gathered in front of the Saeima building in Latvia to protest proposed amendments to the Labor Law.

Several dismissed board members of 'Latvijas valsts meži' have been appointed to director roles without a competitive process, raising concerns about internal practices and conflicts of interest.

For the tenth consecutive year, part-time worker wage increases have outpaced those of full-time employees, signaling a sustained movement towards addressing wage disparities in Japan according to labor unions.

Private courier companies, following the Yellow Envelope Law, have announced their willingness to negotiate with subcontracted labor unions, while the state-run postal service remains unresponsive.

Trade unions in Lithuania are calling for urgent reforms in the education sector, highlighting issues such as teacher safety and the declining quality of education.

The Yellow Envelope Law may see its first legal judgement requiring primary employers to negotiate with subcontractor unions as early as next week.

The Constitutional Court of Spain has upheld the suspension of a Murcian law that could lead to the withdrawal of financial aid to trade unions pending a final ruling.

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

Unions in Argentina have warned that thousands of monotributistas could lose their medical coverage due to funding issues.

Japanese labor unions received full responses to their wage increase demands from major companies during the Spring Labor Offensive, reflecting ongoing concerns over rising prices and labor shortages.

The leader of the Danish trade union emphasizes the importance of allowing seniors to retire while still healthy enough to enjoy life activities with their families.

Discontent arises between unions over the proposed merger of Incheon International Airport Corporation and Korea Airport Corporation, as one union fears financial mismanagement while the other supports the initiative for regional development.

Japan's annual wage negotiations, known as the Spring Offensive, are reaching a critical point amid rising prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Incheon citizens' groups and labor unions oppose the consolidation of airport operations, calling it rushed and detrimental to the region's airport competitiveness.

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin lost a Democratic primary for a House seat despite significant financial support from AIPAC and endorsements from prominent local unions.

Celebrations for Cesar Chavez Day have been canceled following serious allegations of misconduct against the civil rights leader.

Mitsubishi Electric announced a full response of 18,000 yen base salary increase during the 2026 Spring Offensive labor negotiations, marking the highest level since 2008.

Brazilian labor unions have decided to forgo a traditional unified Labor Day event, opting for decentralized protests across the country instead.

Guillermo Arancibia has been appointed as the new director of Argentina's National Social Security Administration (Anses), succeeding Fernando Bearzi.

The rate of children and adolescents aged 10 to 14 in marital unions has decreased in Paraíba, but remains high compared to the national average.

Due to a warning strike, hundreds of flights have been canceled at Berlin's BER Airport as the Verdi union protests over ongoing wage negotiations.

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.

Public health doctors in Greece are going on strike on March 18 and 19, 2026, following decisions from their respective unions advocating for better wages and working conditions.

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, app-based transportation companies are pushing for regulatory reform at the Mexico City International Airport, while traditional taxi unions are calling for enforcement of existing transportation laws to protect their interests.

Academic and non-academic staff at Taraba State University are poised to end their strike following acceptance of a N500m offer from the Taraba State Government, pending a formal agreement.