Tesla Giga Berlin has fired a union-affiliated works council member
Tesla's firing of an IG Metall-affiliated works council member highlights ongoing tensions between the company and unionization efforts at the Berlin Gigafactory.
VW talks: Union demands deal before Christmas DW 11/21/2024
Workers' representatives demand a resolution in VW negotiations by Christmas, amid concerns of layoffs and plant closures.
Tesla Giga Berlin has fired a union-affiliated works council member
Tesla's firing of an IG Metall-affiliated works council member highlights ongoing tensions between the company and unionization efforts at the Berlin Gigafactory.
VW talks: Union demands deal before Christmas DW 11/21/2024
Workers' representatives demand a resolution in VW negotiations by Christmas, amid concerns of layoffs and plant closures.
Greece stopped by 24-hour general strike over cost of living DW 11/20/2024
Greece experienced a nationwide general strike demanding wage increases and government action to combat high inflation, as public dissatisfaction grows.
Thousands in Greece strike to protest soaring living costs
Thousands protested in Greece against rising living costs and low wages during a 24-hour general strike, shut down public services and transport.
Greece stopped by 24-hour general strike over cost of living DW 11/20/2024
Greece experienced a nationwide general strike demanding wage increases and government action to combat high inflation, as public dissatisfaction grows.
Thousands in Greece strike to protest soaring living costs
Thousands protested in Greece against rising living costs and low wages during a 24-hour general strike, shut down public services and transport.
Union calls Democratic party staff layoffs after record fundraising callous'
DNC layoffs without severance represent a betrayal of party values, according to the union.
Major hotels in SF face looming strike - 48 hills
San Francisco's largest hotels face a potential strike as union workers demand pay increases amid expired contracts.
2,000 workers at Hawaii's biggest hotel go on strike
Unionized workers at Hawaii's largest resort strike for higher wages and better working conditions, reflecting broader labor movement in the hospitality industry.
Union calls Democratic party staff layoffs after record fundraising callous'
DNC layoffs without severance represent a betrayal of party values, according to the union.
Major hotels in SF face looming strike - 48 hills
San Francisco's largest hotels face a potential strike as union workers demand pay increases amid expired contracts.
2,000 workers at Hawaii's biggest hotel go on strike
Unionized workers at Hawaii's largest resort strike for higher wages and better working conditions, reflecting broader labor movement in the hospitality industry.
Trump Is Expected to Upend Biden Labor Policies Favoring Unions
Biden's presidency has led to a significant resurgence in unionization efforts and victories, marking a historic pro-labor stance.
What would a second Trump administration look like for workers' rights?
Trader Joe's workers, concerned about unsafe conditions, are pushing for unionization amid a broader political context regarding worker rights and organizing.
Judge blocks Biden administration's rule to expand overtime pay for millions
A federal judge has blocked a Biden administration rule aimed at expanding overtime pay for salaried workers.
Trump Is Expected to Upend Biden Labor Policies Favoring Unions
Biden's presidency has led to a significant resurgence in unionization efforts and victories, marking a historic pro-labor stance.
What would a second Trump administration look like for workers' rights?
Trader Joe's workers, concerned about unsafe conditions, are pushing for unionization amid a broader political context regarding worker rights and organizing.
Judge blocks Biden administration's rule to expand overtime pay for millions
A federal judge has blocked a Biden administration rule aimed at expanding overtime pay for salaried workers.
Mandatory 'captive audience' meetings against unionization are now ruled illegal by the NLRB, supporting worker free choice in union representation.
Amazon India workers say they're overworked and mistreated during a brutal heat wave
Amazon workers in Manesar demand better treatment and safety during extreme heat waves, experiencing conditions contrary to the company's safety assurances.
Unions Score Some Victories but Still Face Many Obstacles - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
There has been a significant increase in labor organizing in the US following the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting workers' awareness of unions' value.
GMB calls for government to prioritise union-friendly firms in public contracts
GMB urges the government to favor businesses that recognize trade unions in public contracts.
Amazon faces NLRB complaint over refusing to bargain with drivers' union
Amazon is accused of illegally refusing to bargain with a union representing contractor drivers after they unionized.
Mandatory 'captive audience' meetings against unionization are now ruled illegal by the NLRB, supporting worker free choice in union representation.
Amazon India workers say they're overworked and mistreated during a brutal heat wave
Amazon workers in Manesar demand better treatment and safety during extreme heat waves, experiencing conditions contrary to the company's safety assurances.
Unions Score Some Victories but Still Face Many Obstacles - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
There has been a significant increase in labor organizing in the US following the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting workers' awareness of unions' value.
GMB calls for government to prioritise union-friendly firms in public contracts
GMB urges the government to favor businesses that recognize trade unions in public contracts.
Sasha Borissenko: Workers' rights are being eroded
The Government's call for public sector workers to return to the office amid layoffs raises concerns over workers' rights.
Hopes raised 6.6pc pay rise for constructions workers will stem exodus and boost home-building targets
Wage increases in construction sector aim to retain staff and support home-building targets, but concerns remain regarding timing and starting pay for young workers.
Sasha Borissenko: Workers' rights are being eroded
The Government's call for public sector workers to return to the office amid layoffs raises concerns over workers' rights.
Hopes raised 6.6pc pay rise for constructions workers will stem exodus and boost home-building targets
Wage increases in construction sector aim to retain staff and support home-building targets, but concerns remain regarding timing and starting pay for young workers.
Voters to consider raising minimum wage to $18 with Proposition 32
Proposition 32 aims to raise California's minimum wage from $16 to $18 per hour, impacting many low-income workers directly.
"People Love to Vote for a Raise": Three States Gear Up for Minimum Wage Vote
Activists in several states are leveraging ballot measures to gain support for minimum wage increases and paid sick leave, transcending partisan politics.
Workers in Missouri can look forward to raises after minimum wage boosts were passed
Missouri voters approved a minimum wage increase to $15 by 2026, reflecting a significant shift in worker compensation policies.
Deliveroo accused of paying drivers below agreed minimum of 12 an hour
Deliveroo is accused of underpaying drivers despite a union agreement to ensure a minimum pay floor.
National minimum wage to rise by 6.7% from April, Reeves confirms
The national minimum wage will increase to £12.21 an hour in April, impacting over 3 million workers positively.
Editorial: California voters should OK modest minimum-wage increase
Proposition 32 proposes a modest increase in California's minimum wage to $18 an hour by 2026, aimed at supporting low-income workers.
Voters to consider raising minimum wage to $18 with Proposition 32
Proposition 32 aims to raise California's minimum wage from $16 to $18 per hour, impacting many low-income workers directly.
"People Love to Vote for a Raise": Three States Gear Up for Minimum Wage Vote
Activists in several states are leveraging ballot measures to gain support for minimum wage increases and paid sick leave, transcending partisan politics.
Workers in Missouri can look forward to raises after minimum wage boosts were passed
Missouri voters approved a minimum wage increase to $15 by 2026, reflecting a significant shift in worker compensation policies.
Deliveroo accused of paying drivers below agreed minimum of 12 an hour
Deliveroo is accused of underpaying drivers despite a union agreement to ensure a minimum pay floor.
National minimum wage to rise by 6.7% from April, Reeves confirms
The national minimum wage will increase to £12.21 an hour in April, impacting over 3 million workers positively.
Editorial: California voters should OK modest minimum-wage increase
Proposition 32 proposes a modest increase in California's minimum wage to $18 an hour by 2026, aimed at supporting low-income workers.
Voters in certain states are determining the right to paid sick leave to protect low-income workers and public health.
Fast-food and unions are funding this Silicon Valley contest - San Jose Spotlight
The Santa Clara County District 2 race highlights a conflict between business and labor interests, illustrating the high stakes and financial investments involved.
A New Yelp-Style Website Aims to Help Diners in LA Find and Rate Home-Based Restaurants
Homemade LA connects users with home food businesses as LA County allows home-based food sales.
On workers' tips, Trump usually has favored employers
The Trump administration's Labor Department proposed controversial rules benefiting restaurant owners, allowing tip pooling and impacting workers' income significantly.
A New Yelp-Style Website Aims to Help Diners in LA Find and Rate Home-Based Restaurants
Homemade LA connects users with home food businesses as LA County allows home-based food sales.
On workers' tips, Trump usually has favored employers
The Trump administration's Labor Department proposed controversial rules benefiting restaurant owners, allowing tip pooling and impacting workers' income significantly.
Publish data on ride-hailing apps to cut exploitation and emissions', say campaigners
Regulators should mandate ride-hailing services to disclose driver workload data to combat exploitation and enhance accountability.
Bolt drivers seek to be classed as workers at London employment tribunal
Bolt drivers seek worker classification for better rights; case reflects gig economy challenges amid changing labor laws.
California companies wrote their own gig worker law. No one is enforcing it
California's Prop. 22 lacks enforcement, leaving gig workers without mandated benefits, despite voter support for improved wages.
DoorDash is making the appeal process easier for gig workers who are kicked off the plat for deactivations easier
DoorDash enhances deactivation appeal process for gig workers with in-app solutions and faster reviews.
New features include real-time appeal status updates and protections against wrongful deactivations.
Why You Might Soon Be Paid Like an Uber Driver-Even If You're Not One
Rideshare drivers' earnings have significantly diminished due to increased company cuts and opaque pay algorithms, making it harder to sustain a living.
Working for Doordash and Grubhub increasingly feels like a 9-5. And that may be bad news for the companies.
Gig delivery work often lacks the independence and flexibility promoted by companies, imposing metrics that restrict workers' autonomy.
Publish data on ride-hailing apps to cut exploitation and emissions', say campaigners
Regulators should mandate ride-hailing services to disclose driver workload data to combat exploitation and enhance accountability.
Bolt drivers seek to be classed as workers at London employment tribunal
Bolt drivers seek worker classification for better rights; case reflects gig economy challenges amid changing labor laws.
California companies wrote their own gig worker law. No one is enforcing it
California's Prop. 22 lacks enforcement, leaving gig workers without mandated benefits, despite voter support for improved wages.
DoorDash is making the appeal process easier for gig workers who are kicked off the plat for deactivations easier
DoorDash enhances deactivation appeal process for gig workers with in-app solutions and faster reviews.
New features include real-time appeal status updates and protections against wrongful deactivations.
Why You Might Soon Be Paid Like an Uber Driver-Even If You're Not One
Rideshare drivers' earnings have significantly diminished due to increased company cuts and opaque pay algorithms, making it harder to sustain a living.
Working for Doordash and Grubhub increasingly feels like a 9-5. And that may be bad news for the companies.
Gig delivery work often lacks the independence and flexibility promoted by companies, imposing metrics that restrict workers' autonomy.
Big banks, oil companies and tech firms lobby at Labour's business day
Labour's conference emphasized transparency, direct business engagement, and a shift towards new worker rights despite companies' anxieties over tax and regulation changes.
During his first term, Trump cut overtime pay for millions of people. A second term would be much worse
Trump's support for working-class issues contradicts his business and presidential record regarding overtime pay.
The FTC's noncompete agreements ban has been struck down
A federal judge has blocked the FTC's ban on noncompete agreements, claiming it exceeds the agency's authority and could cause irreparable harm.
UK unions fear not all staff will get fair share despite tip-sharing law
New UK tips legislation requires that 100% of tips and service charges must be passed to workers, aiming to protect their earnings.
Big banks, oil companies and tech firms lobby at Labour's business day
Labour's conference emphasized transparency, direct business engagement, and a shift towards new worker rights despite companies' anxieties over tax and regulation changes.
During his first term, Trump cut overtime pay for millions of people. A second term would be much worse
Trump's support for working-class issues contradicts his business and presidential record regarding overtime pay.
The FTC's noncompete agreements ban has been struck down
A federal judge has blocked the FTC's ban on noncompete agreements, claiming it exceeds the agency's authority and could cause irreparable harm.
UK unions fear not all staff will get fair share despite tip-sharing law
New UK tips legislation requires that 100% of tips and service charges must be passed to workers, aiming to protect their earnings.
How Uber and Lyft drivers across the country are banding together to make rideshare jobs better
The Activate Respect campaign unifies rideshare drivers in three states to fight against unfair deactivations, advocating for better job conditions collectively.
1,500 S.F. Hotel Workers Have Gone on Strike in Union Square
Approximately 1,500 hotel workers are striking in San Francisco for better wages and conditions amid ongoing contract disputes with major hotel chains.
California lawmakers want to ban anti-union meetings at work
California is moving to ban mandatory anti-union meetings, supporting workers' rights amidst a rising labor movement.
Orange County Congressional Race Could Be Key To Control Of House | KQED
Cal/OSHA is enforcing safety regulations against agricultural employers failing to protect workers from heat-related hazards.
Lawmakers take 'creative' approach to enforcing heat safety rules for California farmworkers
Farmworkers often lack knowledge about the dangers of heat exposure, leading to health risks and retaliation when they prioritize their safety.
1,500 S.F. Hotel Workers Have Gone on Strike in Union Square
Approximately 1,500 hotel workers are striking in San Francisco for better wages and conditions amid ongoing contract disputes with major hotel chains.
California lawmakers want to ban anti-union meetings at work
California is moving to ban mandatory anti-union meetings, supporting workers' rights amidst a rising labor movement.
Orange County Congressional Race Could Be Key To Control Of House | KQED
Cal/OSHA is enforcing safety regulations against agricultural employers failing to protect workers from heat-related hazards.
Lawmakers take 'creative' approach to enforcing heat safety rules for California farmworkers
Farmworkers often lack knowledge about the dangers of heat exposure, leading to health risks and retaliation when they prioritize their safety.
Two Brooklyn-based home care agencies agree to pay $7.5 million in unpaid pages to more than 25,000 employees: AG * Brooklyn Paper
Two Brooklyn health agencies settle for $17.25 million due to wage theft and Medicaid fraud allegations, protecting workers' rights and taxpayer interests.
Supervisor Ronen Proposes City Fund to Pay Workers Ripped Off by Wage Theft
Supervisor Hillary Ronen proposes a $500,000 fund to address wage theft affecting 14,000 SF workers annually.
The Worker Justice Fund aims to provide relief to wage theft victims who have been denied their wages.
Two Brooklyn-based home care agencies agree to pay $7.5 million in unpaid pages to more than 25,000 employees: AG * Brooklyn Paper
Two Brooklyn health agencies settle for $17.25 million due to wage theft and Medicaid fraud allegations, protecting workers' rights and taxpayer interests.
Supervisor Ronen Proposes City Fund to Pay Workers Ripped Off by Wage Theft
Supervisor Hillary Ronen proposes a $500,000 fund to address wage theft affecting 14,000 SF workers annually.
The Worker Justice Fund aims to provide relief to wage theft victims who have been denied their wages.
Pay Equity in the Arts: A Movement Gains Momentum - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Support for entry-level and marginalized arts workers is crucial for culture building.
The Berkshire/Columbia Counties Pay Equity Project addresses systemic pay inequity.
Small changes in pay equity can significantly enhance organizational effectiveness.
Starbucks Faces Unions, Higher Costs
Starbucks faces challenges with rising labor costs as unions gain strength, and CEO Niccol must balance profitability with workers' demands for better pay and conditions.
Captive Audience Meetings Now Banned By State Law in California
SB 399 prohibits coercive employer practices regarding employee attendance at meetings on political or religious topics.
Employment Law Bills Await Governor Newsom's Signature Or Veto
California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering impactful bills for employers, including restrictions on employer-sponsored meetings and protections for freelance workers.
Captive Audience Meetings Now Banned By State Law in California
SB 399 prohibits coercive employer practices regarding employee attendance at meetings on political or religious topics.
Employment Law Bills Await Governor Newsom's Signature Or Veto
California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering impactful bills for employers, including restrictions on employer-sponsored meetings and protections for freelance workers.
Support for grocery store workers striking for better wages and conditions highlights the undervaluation of essential workers during and after the pandemic.
Samsung faces strikes in India, reports of global layoffs
Workers at Samsung's Tamil Nadu plant are striking for better wages, hours, and the right to unionize, disrupting production significantly.
Vets extend strike in first industrial action to hit Britain's pet-care sector
Veterinary staff at Valley Vets strike against underpayment by their corporate owner, VetPartners, amidst rising living costs and investigation into market practices.
Tetley strike 'not just a storm in a teacup' as industrial action escalates - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Tetley Tea workers are striking over low wages, leading to concerns about potential tea shortages.
Essential Workers
Support for grocery store workers striking for better wages and conditions highlights the undervaluation of essential workers during and after the pandemic.
Samsung faces strikes in India, reports of global layoffs
Workers at Samsung's Tamil Nadu plant are striking for better wages, hours, and the right to unionize, disrupting production significantly.
Vets extend strike in first industrial action to hit Britain's pet-care sector
Veterinary staff at Valley Vets strike against underpayment by their corporate owner, VetPartners, amidst rising living costs and investigation into market practices.
Tetley strike 'not just a storm in a teacup' as industrial action escalates - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Tetley Tea workers are striking over low wages, leading to concerns about potential tea shortages.
Texas judge blocks FTC ban on noncompete agreements
A Texas federal judge blocked an FTC rule aimed at banning noncompete agreements, ruling the agency lacks the authority for such sweeping measures.
Las Vegas Venetian workers win historic contract with major pay boosts
A tentative deal for over 4,000 Las Vegas Strip hospitality workers marks a significant victory in union negotiations, reflecting collective action and employee empowerment.
Trump's Strike-Busting Comments Could Come Back to Haunt Him
Trump's comments about firing striking workers may lead to union backlash and affect his voter support during the election.
Silver Taube: Project 2025 will gut worker protections - San Jose Spotlight
Project 2025 includes labor provisions undermining worker protections and strengthening partisan federal civil service.
Labor advocates are thrilled with Kamala Harris' choice of Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, citing his background as a former union member and strong supporter of worker rights.
AI disempowers logistics workers while intensifying their work | Computer Weekly
Workers facing exploitation due to faulty automation systems in delivery services like Parcelforce.
Lack of conversation around actual impacts of automation on low-paid workers.
US chip factory workers call for fair share' of benefits amid industry boom
Workers in the semiconductor industry are pushing for better working conditions and pay while companies vie for federal funds.
London Stock Exchange denies lowering standards to win Shein IPO
The London Stock Exchange Group's CEO denied lowering standards to attract Shein's IPO, highlighting the importance of meeting UK listing authority requirements for transparency and governance.