The military’s seizure of power has created a climate in which even carrying out human rights due diligence is next to impossible. “We want the brands to know that workers …
European Court of Human Rights: Work-related Rights Fact Sheet
Updated Fact Sheet of cases on Work-Related Rights
New rights to improve work-life balance in the EU enter into application today
As of today, all Member States must apply EU-wide rules to improve work-life balance for parents and carers adopted in 2019. These rules set out minimum standards for paternity, parental and carers’ …
‘Sending drivers out to die’: UPS workers demand heat safety amid record temps
Matthew Moczygemba knew something was wrong when he lost his thirst. It was midafternoon on a 103-degree day in Fort Worth, Texas, and the UPS driver had been delivering packages …
Myanmar: Time for fashion brands to exit?
Fashion brands should urgently consider moving production out of Myanmar if they cannot guarantee protection for garment workers in the country’s factories, says a new report. Workers are facing a …
Ukraine to pass laws wrecking workers’ rights
The Ukrainian parliament has passed two new radical measures on labour liberalisation, prompting fears of Ukrainians losing workplace rights permanently as Russia’s war puts huge pressure on the country’s economy. …
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Ukraine could abandon key labour principle as part of EU drive
The Ukrainian government intends to abandon its long-held principle of consulting trade unions and employers’ associations over policy as part of the country’s drive to join the EU, draft plans …