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#public-sector-pay
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago
UK politics

Ministers consider pay rises for millions of public sector workers amid strike threat

The government must balance public sector pay raises with budget constraints to avoid disruptive strikes.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago
UK politics

Labour braces for 'unrest' as millions of public sector workers could strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour faces potential unrest as public sector workers may strike over insufficient pay rise recommendations.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Ministers consider pay rises for millions of public sector workers amid strike threat

The government must balance public sector pay raises with budget constraints to avoid disruptive strikes.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago
UK politics

Labour braces for 'unrest' as millions of public sector workers could strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour faces potential unrest as public sector workers may strike over insufficient pay rise recommendations.
more#public-sector-pay
#workers-rights
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Mick Lynch, you're a legend and the unapologetic working-class leader the left is missing | Polly Smythe

Mick Lynch's leadership in the RMT revitalized the trade union movement amidst numerous labor struggles.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Starbucks Workers Say They Will Begin a Strike in 3 Cities on Friday

Starbucks workers plan strikes over wage disputes, threatening expansion to hundreds of stores unless better offers are made.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK news

Gatwick airport strikes to go ahead as workers reject latest offer

Workers at Gatwick Airport will strike after rejecting a last-minute deal, citing unpaid pensions and poor working conditions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Mick Lynch, you're a legend and the unapologetic working-class leader the left is missing | Polly Smythe

Mick Lynch's leadership in the RMT revitalized the trade union movement amidst numerous labor struggles.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Starbucks Workers Say They Will Begin a Strike in 3 Cities on Friday

Starbucks workers plan strikes over wage disputes, threatening expansion to hundreds of stores unless better offers are made.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK news

Gatwick airport strikes to go ahead as workers reject latest offer

Workers at Gatwick Airport will strike after rejecting a last-minute deal, citing unpaid pensions and poor working conditions.
more#workers-rights
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago
France politics

EXPLAINED: The Spring rail strikes that could hit train services in France

Potential strikes by French rail unions could disrupt travel during Easter and May public holidays.
Sud-Rail and CGT Cheminots are planning strike actions affecting rail services in the coming weeks.
#labor-rights
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Amazon workers across US gear up to strike this week, days before Christmas

Amazon refuses to negotiate with striking workers, leading to planned strikes at multiple locations before Christmas.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Could AI be used to replace striking workers?

The New York Times tech workers' strike raised significant labor concerns during a pivotal electoral period, prompting critical responses from both management and the AI sector.
fromFast Company
6 months ago
Business

Port strike is latest in America's labor activism era

Organized labor has intensified strikes in 2023-2024, demanding fair compensation after sacrifices during the pandemic amid rising inflation.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Strikes planned for 2025: top London museums' security staff walk out

Security guards at London's major museums plan to strike for better wages and working conditions in February.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Georgia-Pacific union workers vow to stay on strike until a fair contract comes their way

Union workers at Georgia-Pacific gypsum plant strike for a fair contract, claiming management isn't considering local living costs.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Picket Line Scandals, City Sneaks Zenith In the Back Door, and a Very Deep Hole

Providence rescinds the order for nursing instructors to cross picket lines after legal intervention.
New Seasons employees are striking over a sudden and unjust firing of a longtime worker.
Nolan Parker becomes the new music editor for Portland Mercury, enhancing local music coverage.
Portland showcases a miniature model to review construction projects reflecting its architectural heritage.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Amazon workers across US gear up to strike this week, days before Christmas

Amazon refuses to negotiate with striking workers, leading to planned strikes at multiple locations before Christmas.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Could AI be used to replace striking workers?

The New York Times tech workers' strike raised significant labor concerns during a pivotal electoral period, prompting critical responses from both management and the AI sector.
fromFast Company
6 months ago
Business

Port strike is latest in America's labor activism era

Organized labor has intensified strikes in 2023-2024, demanding fair compensation after sacrifices during the pandemic amid rising inflation.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Strikes planned for 2025: top London museums' security staff walk out

Security guards at London's major museums plan to strike for better wages and working conditions in February.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Georgia-Pacific union workers vow to stay on strike until a fair contract comes their way

Union workers at Georgia-Pacific gypsum plant strike for a fair contract, claiming management isn't considering local living costs.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Picket Line Scandals, City Sneaks Zenith In the Back Door, and a Very Deep Hole

Providence rescinds the order for nursing instructors to cross picket lines after legal intervention.
New Seasons employees are striking over a sudden and unjust firing of a longtime worker.
Nolan Parker becomes the new music editor for Portland Mercury, enhancing local music coverage.
Portland showcases a miniature model to review construction projects reflecting its architectural heritage.
more#labor-rights
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Verdi union calls strikes at two major airports DW 02/21/2025

Strikes at Cologne-Bonn and Dusseldorf Airports are due to wage disputes, affecting passenger flights.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany: Flights canceled as workers strike at 13 airports DW 03/10/2025

Strike actions at German airports are a response to stalled wage negotiations affecting nearly 2.5 million public sector workers.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Public transport strike called for Friday DW 02/19/2025

Public transport employees in six German states will strike over wage and working conditions after failed negotiations.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany news

Why Germany could see more disruptive warning strikes this week

Further strikes are likely if German public sector wage negotiations do not reach agreement soon.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Business

VW workers threaten more strikes unless leadership makes better compromises

Volkswagen workers have initiated widespread strikes, demanding management compromises to address wage cuts and plant closure threats.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Verdi union calls strikes at two major airports DW 02/21/2025

Strikes at Cologne-Bonn and Dusseldorf Airports are due to wage disputes, affecting passenger flights.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany: Flights canceled as workers strike at 13 airports DW 03/10/2025

Strike actions at German airports are a response to stalled wage negotiations affecting nearly 2.5 million public sector workers.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Public transport strike called for Friday DW 02/19/2025

Public transport employees in six German states will strike over wage and working conditions after failed negotiations.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany news

Why Germany could see more disruptive warning strikes this week

Further strikes are likely if German public sector wage negotiations do not reach agreement soon.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Business

VW workers threaten more strikes unless leadership makes better compromises

Volkswagen workers have initiated widespread strikes, demanding management compromises to address wage cuts and plant closure threats.
more#germany
#labor-disputes
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Volkswagen: 'Furious' union threatens strike 'escalation' DW 12/09/2024

Volkswagen workers are striking due to proposed job cuts and management's shift towards layoffs instead of sustainable solutions.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
NYC parents

Bromley 50k-a-year school 'can't afford pension costs' as teachers continue strike

NEU members at Farrington's School are striking over pension changes, accusing school leaders of failing to negotiate despite prior industrial action.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Volkswagen: 'Furious' union threatens strike 'escalation' DW 12/09/2024

Volkswagen workers are striking due to proposed job cuts and management's shift towards layoffs instead of sustainable solutions.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
NYC parents

Bromley 50k-a-year school 'can't afford pension costs' as teachers continue strike

NEU members at Farrington's School are striking over pension changes, accusing school leaders of failing to negotiate despite prior industrial action.
more#labor-disputes
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Birmingham plagued by rats the size of cats' as bin strike and HS2 blamed

Birmingham residents are grappling with a rat infestation linked to bin strikes and construction, revealing underlying waste management issues.
London politics
#elizabeth-line
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Elizabeth line strike called off after pay offer

Planned train strikes on the Elizabeth line are called off after a new pay proposal from MTR.
London politics
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

London tube and train closures this week: full list of travel disruption for February 24-28

Expect significant disruptions on the Elizabeth line due to strikes and planned Overground closures affecting commuters in London.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Elizabeth line strike called off amid new pay offer to train drivers

Planned strikes on the Elizabeth line have been suspended after a new pay offer was made by MTR.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Sadiq Khan urges 'amicable' resolution to stop Elizabeth line strikes

Sir Sadiq Khan emphasizes the need for dialogue between MTR and Aslef to avoid planned strikes on the Elizabeth line.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Elizabeth line strike called off after pay offer

Planned train strikes on the Elizabeth line are called off after a new pay proposal from MTR.
London politics
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

London tube and train closures this week: full list of travel disruption for February 24-28

Expect significant disruptions on the Elizabeth line due to strikes and planned Overground closures affecting commuters in London.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Elizabeth line strike called off amid new pay offer to train drivers

Planned strikes on the Elizabeth line have been suspended after a new pay offer was made by MTR.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Sadiq Khan urges 'amicable' resolution to stop Elizabeth line strikes

Sir Sadiq Khan emphasizes the need for dialogue between MTR and Aslef to avoid planned strikes on the Elizabeth line.
more#elizabeth-line
Business
fromwww.pilotonline.com
3 months ago

US dockworkers threaten to strike against automation, creating economic uncertainty

45,000 U.S. longshoremen threaten a strike over job security amid rising machine automation at ports.
#boeing
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
Business

Boeing freezes hires, weighs furloughs to cut costs in labour strike

Factory workers are frustrated over stagnant wages as strikes impact Boeing's operational stability and financial recovery amidst rising inflation.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Business

Boeing has restarted production of more jets as it comes back online following its punishing strike

Boeing has resumed production of the 767 and 777 models following a lengthy strike, amid ongoing quality control scrutiny.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Digital life

Why Boeing Workers Rejected a New Contract: Retirement Benefits

Boeing's shift from defined-benefit pensions to defined-contribution plans has led to significant worker dissatisfaction, contributing to ongoing strike actions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago
Business

Boeing freezes hires, weighs furloughs to cut costs in labour strike

Factory workers are frustrated over stagnant wages as strikes impact Boeing's operational stability and financial recovery amidst rising inflation.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Business

Boeing has restarted production of more jets as it comes back online following its punishing strike

Boeing has resumed production of the 767 and 777 models following a lengthy strike, amid ongoing quality control scrutiny.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Digital life

Why Boeing Workers Rejected a New Contract: Retirement Benefits

Boeing's shift from defined-benefit pensions to defined-contribution plans has led to significant worker dissatisfaction, contributing to ongoing strike actions.
more#boeing
#france
fromwww.thelocal.fr
5 months ago
France politics

Why are there so many strikes in France this winter?

Upcoming strikes in France, particularly by farmers and rail workers, highlight growing unrest driven by unmet promises and economic turmoil.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trains, roads and planes: What to know about travel in France over Christmas

Train services in France are expected to run normally during the festive period despite some strike threats.
Road traffic will be heavy before and after Christmas as families travel for the holidays.
Air travel in France is currently stable, with no planned strikes expected during the festive season.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
5 months ago
France politics

Why are there so many strikes in France this winter?

Upcoming strikes in France, particularly by farmers and rail workers, highlight growing unrest driven by unmet promises and economic turmoil.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trains, roads and planes: What to know about travel in France over Christmas

Train services in France are expected to run normally during the festive period despite some strike threats.
Road traffic will be heavy before and after Christmas as families travel for the holidays.
Air travel in France is currently stable, with no planned strikes expected during the festive season.
more#france
fromTime Out London
4 months ago
London

TfL ticket inspectors are going on strike in London this week

300 CPOS workers are striking over poor pay, impacting London transport across key dates this December.
#labor-dispute
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Germany: VW workers announce second strike as cuts loom DW 12/05/2024

The IG Metall union is escalating strike actions against VW over layoffs and wage cuts, with a rally planned for December 9.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 months ago
Startup companies

Ontario Lifelabs couriers, clerks could strike this weekend | CBC News

Lifelabs couriers and mail clerks may strike over unfair wages and working conditions, urging better treatment amidst rising living costs.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Germany: VW workers announce second strike as cuts loom DW 12/05/2024

The IG Metall union is escalating strike actions against VW over layoffs and wage cuts, with a rally planned for December 9.
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 months ago
Startup companies

Ontario Lifelabs couriers, clerks could strike this weekend | CBC News

Lifelabs couriers and mail clerks may strike over unfair wages and working conditions, urging better treatment amidst rising living costs.
more#labor-dispute
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Harrods workers vote to strike this Christmas after luxury retailer refuses to pay 500 bonus

Harrods' workers are likely to strike over Christmas due to unresolved demands for pay and bonuses, highlighting worker dissatisfaction and corporate negligence.
#volkswagen
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Volkswagen workers in Germany to strike over plan to cut jobs and pay

Workers at Volkswagen are striking against layoffs, pay cuts, and plant closures, signaling intense labor disputes.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

VW's CEO and union boss clash as factory closures remain on the table

Volkswagen faces intense pressure to cut costs and avoid plant closures amid competition, provoking worker unrest and potential strikes.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Volkswagen: Thousands to strike at factories across Germany DW 12/02/2024

Volkswagen workers in Germany prepare for strikes due to plant closures and pension cuts stemming from significant budget reductions.
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Volkswagen workers in Germany to strike over plan to cut jobs and pay

Workers at Volkswagen are striking against layoffs, pay cuts, and plant closures, signaling intense labor disputes.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

VW's CEO and union boss clash as factory closures remain on the table

Volkswagen faces intense pressure to cut costs and avoid plant closures amid competition, provoking worker unrest and potential strikes.
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago
Business

Volkswagen: Thousands to strike at factories across Germany DW 12/02/2024

Volkswagen workers in Germany prepare for strikes due to plant closures and pension cuts stemming from significant budget reductions.
more#volkswagen
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

More than half of Britons would support a farmers strike, poll shows

Public support for farmers in potential strikes mirrors that of healthcare workers, highlighting the growing concern over their treatment.
#london-underground
fromianVisits
6 months ago
London

Several days of tube strikes announced for the London Underground

The London Underground will experience strikes due to unresolved pay disputes, significantly impacting service on key dates in early November.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

London Tube strikes in November: When is the RMT union planning walkouts on the Underground?

Tube passengers will experience significant disruption due to planned strikes by Aslef and RMT over ongoing disputes related to pay and conditions.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

Good news, London! November's tube strikes have been called off

RMT has suspended strikes after receiving a significantly improved offer from London Underground, easing concerns for commuters.
fromSecret London
6 months ago
London

Tube Strikes Are Set To Take Place Across The London Underground Next Month

Next month will see multiple strikes across the London Underground due to pay disputes involving Aslef and RMT transport unions.
fromianVisits
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

An end to tube strikes as RMT union accepts London Underground pay offer

RMT union staff accepted a pay rise ending the tube strikes, with benefits beyond salary increases.
fromianVisits
6 months ago
London

Several days of tube strikes announced for the London Underground

The London Underground will experience strikes due to unresolved pay disputes, significantly impacting service on key dates in early November.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

London Tube strikes in November: When is the RMT union planning walkouts on the Underground?

Tube passengers will experience significant disruption due to planned strikes by Aslef and RMT over ongoing disputes related to pay and conditions.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

Good news, London! November's tube strikes have been called off

RMT has suspended strikes after receiving a significantly improved offer from London Underground, easing concerns for commuters.
fromSecret London
6 months ago
London

Tube Strikes Are Set To Take Place Across The London Underground Next Month

Next month will see multiple strikes across the London Underground due to pay disputes involving Aslef and RMT transport unions.
fromianVisits
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

An end to tube strikes as RMT union accepts London Underground pay offer

RMT union staff accepted a pay rise ending the tube strikes, with benefits beyond salary increases.
more#london-underground
Education
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Live updates: Educators on the North Shore are on strike

Beverly and Marblehead educators remain on strike while Gloucester schools prepare to reopen after reaching a tentative agreement.
fromFortune Europe
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

LVMH's Hennessy plan to trial bottling in China and bypass tariffs sparks hundreds protesting on home turf

Hennessy employees protested against plans to export cognac in vats, fearing impact on employment and quality due to China's new tariffs.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
5 months ago

Inside France: Le Pen's future, the French 'darkness' and Le Havre

Marine Le Pen's embezzlement trial could impact her candidacy for the 2027 presidential election, raising critical issues of law and politics.
#labor-relations
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

New York Times tech workers are going on strike at the worst possible time

The New York Times tech workers are striking for better workplace protections, risking operational disruptions during a critical election period.
fromTESLARATI
7 months ago
Alternative transportation

UAW takes another step toward launching strikes at Stellantis

UAW is urging members to prepare for strikes against Stellantis over contract violations and mismanagement by CEO Carlos Tavares.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

New York Times tech workers are going on strike at the worst possible time

The New York Times tech workers are striking for better workplace protections, risking operational disruptions during a critical election period.
fromTESLARATI
7 months ago
Alternative transportation

UAW takes another step toward launching strikes at Stellantis

UAW is urging members to prepare for strikes against Stellantis over contract violations and mismanagement by CEO Carlos Tavares.
more#labor-relations
fromFortune
5 months ago
Business

Hurricanes and strike limit US payroll gains to just 12,000, but jobless rate steady at 4.1%

Job growth in October was significantly impacted by external factors, resulting in only 12,000 new jobs added, a decrease from previous months.
Business
fromFast Company
6 months ago

Labor unions in new and old industries are turning to strikes more often

Workers across diverse sectors are increasingly organizing to fight for wages, job security, and benefits amid economic instability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Aslef train drivers vote to back pay deal and end two-year standoff

Train drivers' union Aslef has approved a pay deal to end a two-year strike, ensuring a near 15% pay increase without changing working conditions.
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