Tag #Labor Rights

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Belfast Extends Sunday Trading Hours in Six-Week Pilot

Belfast City Council approved a six-week pilot program extending Sunday trading hours for larger shops from 13:00 to 10:00, aiming to revitalize the city center, but facing union opposition over worker concerns.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Massive Nationwide May Day Protests Target Trump Administration

Tens of thousands are expected to participate in nationwide May Day protests on Thursday, targeting the Trump administration's policies against the working class and immigrants, exceeding previous demonstrations in scale and scope and potentially becoming the largest globally.

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Querino's 1918 Essay Challenges Brazil's 'Whitening' Policies

Manuel Querino's 1918 essay, "O colono preto como fator da civilização brasileira," countered Brazil's "whitening" policies by highlighting Black Brazilians' essential role in the nation's economic development, a perspective that remains relevant in light of recent racist incidents.

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Reduced Inequality
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Turin May Day Parade Highlights Surge in Workplace Deaths

On May 1st, approximately 20,000 people marched in Turin, Italy, to protest workplace safety issues, citing a sharp increase in workplace deaths (from 7 to 13 in the first two months of 2025) and injuries, alongside concerns about low wages and precarious employment.

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EU Workplace Accidents in 2022: A 4.6% Decrease but Persistent Concerns

In 2022, the European Union reported 2.97 million non-fatal and 3,286 fatal workplace accidents, a 4.6% decrease since 2017; manufacturing, health, and construction sectors saw the highest accident rates; and a global decline in labor inspectors raises concerns about future workplace safety.

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Macedonian May Day: Border Delays, Union Protests, and Government Response

Macedonia experienced 30-minute border delays on May Day, a typical holiday travel surge, while a union protested for wage increases, contrasting with another union opting for dialogue; the government countered with economic growth figures and social support measures.

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Colombian Workers to Protest Labor Conditions, Support Popular Consultation on May 1st

Colombian workers will protest on May 1st, 2025, for better labor conditions and to support a government-backed popular consultation on labor rights following the rejection of a labor reform bill by Congress; President Gustavo Petro will participate in the demonstrations, which are expected to draw ...

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Italian Teen's Factory Death Exposes Workplace Safety Failures

19-year-old Patrizio Spasiano died in January 2024 from ammonia exposure at a Caserta factory due to inadequate training and unsafe working conditions, prompting his mother to demand justice and highlighting systemic issues in Italian workplace safety.

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French Police Clash with May Day Demonstrators Amidst Rising Social Tensions

On May Day, clashes erupted between French police and thousands of demonstrators across the country, marking International Workers' Day and fueled by recent social tensions, including a fatal stabbing at a mosque; reports suggest over 300,000 participated nationwide, exceeding last year's numbers.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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German Unions Demand Eight-Hour Workday, Stronger Worker Protections

The German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) is demanding an eight-hour workday, stronger worker protections, and increased investment in infrastructure, highlighting concerns about overwork, low pay, and the need for social cohesion in Germany.

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Peaceful May Day Demonstrations Mark Positive Shift in Germany

Tens of thousands participated in peaceful May Day demonstrations across major German cities, including Berlin, Hamburg, and Frankfurt, marking a positive shift compared to previous years' violent clashes. Over 5,800 police officers were deployed, contributing to a largely peaceful atmosphere. Demon...

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No Poverty
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German Trade Unions Protest Government Policies and AfD Influence

On May 1st, 2024, approximately 5000 trade union members rallied in Munich, Germany, to protest planned work schedule flexibilization, criticizing the coalition government's plans for their negative impact on workers' rights and health, while also strongly criticizing the AfD and Germany's support f...

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