16 января, 2002With the strong support of sister unions in France and the decision of the U.S. National Labor Relations Board, the UAW will negotiate its first agreement with the French-owned multinational.

14 января, 2002Plant closings in the USA and Canada must take account of the company's collective contracts with the UAW and CAW.

10 января, 2002The gap between men's and women's earnings in the UK is increasing.

9 января, 2002Government passes ruling in contradiction to the country's Constitution, decisions of the Constitutional Court, Labour Code and trade union laws.

7 января, 2002Merloni Elettrodomestici is the first company worldwide to sign an international framework agreement in the metalworking industry.

6 января, 2002Two IMF affiliates, the AEEU and MSF, have joined together to form AMICUS.

20 декабря, 2001The general secretary of the International Metalworkers' Federation insists the trade unions must be consulted by any future government.

20 декабря, 2001The IMF's Dutch affiliate has requested an investigation as to the possible violation of OECD Guildelines on Multinational Companies.

17 декабря, 2001Agreement between the company and unions could save up to 1,800 jobs.

13 декабря, 2001Steelworkers say "illegal dumping" is responsible for much of the industry's downsizing.