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France braces for 'historic' May Day demonstrations
More than one million people could take to the streets in France for 'historic' May Day demonstrations against the country's pension reforms.
Windfall tax needed for other European sectors - trade unions
An OECD report released on Tuesday described workers as receiving a double blow to their livelihoods.
French railway workers strike against Macron's pension reform
The CGT union has called for scattered protest actions across the country. In Paris, hundreds of people gathered for a peaceful demonstration at the Gare de Lyon train station.
Macron addresses France amid anger over pension reform
French President Emmanuel Macron looked to calm public anger, threatening the ambitions of his remaining four years in power with his first televised address to the nation on Monday since he enacted protest-igniting pension reforms.
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French workers set to 'sabotage' King Charles' historic State visit
Due to strikes, union workers could literally refuse to roll out the red carpet for the British monarch when he arrives in Paris.
Thousands of nurses strike over working conditions in Slovenia
Thousands of nurses in Slovenia striked over low salaries and stressful working conditions on Wednesday. The protest rally was organised by the Trade Union of Nursing which coordinates over 6300 Slovenian nurses.
Largest wave of industrial action in decade expected in UK
Half a million workers expected to walk out in strikes across the UK, making it the largest wave of industrial action in more than 10 years
France to strike Tuesday against Macron's proposed pension reforms
French police departments are preparing their officers for nationwide protests on Tuesday while unions warn there will be more stoppages to come.
February ski holidays in France could be ruined by ski worker strike
The industrial action could hit skiers during one of the industry’s busiest periods.
Strikes across France over pension reform disrupt transport & energy
Workers in many French cities took to the streets Thursday to reject proposed pension changes that would push back the retirement age.
French unions plan national strike in protest at pension plans
Trade unions in France flatly reject government proposals on reforming pensions and plan to bring the country to halt with a national strike on Thursday.
France to push back retirement age from 62 to 64
France is postponing the retirement age from 62 to 64 by 2030. Elisabeth Borne, the Prime Minister, presented the pension reform on Tuesday, a key campaign promise of President Macron.
UK legislation to ensure "minimum safety levels" during strikes
Trade Unions in the UK have branded government proposals to ensure legal "minimum safety levels" during strikes as "undemocratic" and threatened legal action
Belgians' wallets burn to crisp as inflation hits favourite fries
For Belgians who visit their favourite friterie at least once per week, the increase in price -- tied to rising costs of ingredients -- can quickly add up.
New York Times goes on major strike for first time since 1978
As more and more sectors rise up against poor working conditions, this is one of the most significant actions from the cultural sector.
Black Friday: Thousands of Amazon workers walk off the job
The ‘Make Amazon Pay’ campaign - coordinated by an international coalition of trade unions - wants the company to reduce its vast carbon footprint and improve conditions for workers.
Influencers get support from new union in Italy
The first union for web influencers and content creators in Italy, Assoinfluencer, aims to provide legal protection and support.
Spain's cost of living crisis sparks large union rally in Madrid
Thousands of trade union members rallied in the Spanish capital Madrid on Thursday demanding higher wages to cope with the soaring cost of living.
French high school students join Paris strikes
French high school students blockade schools in Paris in support of the inter-union strike.
Lufthansa pilots set to strike tomorrow over ongoing pay dispute
The German airline intends to minimise the impact of the strike and claims its pay offers to pilots are a good basis for continuing talks.