IndustriALL calls for justice on the eighth anniversary of the industrial homicide at Pasta de Conchos21 February, 2014On the eighth anniversary of the disaster that killed 65 miners at Grupo Mexico’s Pasta de Conchos mine, IndustriALL Global Union calls on the federal government to end impunity and respect workers’ rights.
IndustriALL calls for an end to violence in Ukraine20 February, 2014According to the reports received from Ukrainian affiliates following the night clashes at Maidan (Independence square) in Kiev, from 18 to 19 February the House of Trade Unions was set on fire.
Rana Plaza compensation arrangement needs brands’ commitment20 February, 2014The one-year anniversary of the Rana Plaza industrial homicide is approaching on 24 April. Only four brands have joined the Rana Plaza Arrangement, an ILO-led initiative to pay compensation to the injured and victims’ families.
Cambodia – tentative steps towards constructive dialogue20 February, 2014On 19 February global unions and major apparel brands met with the Cambodian government to discuss a minimum wage reform, trade union legislation and the 21 imprisoned workers.
Ansell workers rally and show strength in Sri Lanka 20 February, 2014Dismissed workers at Ansell Lanka have marched on the streets of the Biyagama free trade zone in Sri Lanka to show they will not give up until they are reinstated. IndustriALL demands government mediation after the Supreme Court instructed Ansell to find a settlement with the union.
Rio Tinto stonewalls indigenous communities19 February, 2014Rio Tinto has rejected numerous calls from the people of Gove, Australia to release the contents of its lease. The company announced in November it would close its alumina refinery in Gove while continuing to mine bauxite there.
Landmark AWU deal with Rio Tinto gives greater job security for workers18 February, 2014IndustriALL has welcomed a breakthrough deal by the Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) with mining and metals giant Rio Tinto, which will provide better job security for workers.
RAVINDRA G. GHOSALKAR (Born: 15-10-1945 Deceased: 11-2-2014)18 February, 2014IndustriALL remembers Indian trade unionist Ravindra G. Ghosalkar.
Bulgarian unions react against attacks on workers’ rights17 February, 2014A proposed bill to amend and supplement the Labour Code has been submitted to the National Assembly in Bulgaria in violation of the statutory procedure for prior consultation with social partners, triggering a strong reaction from trade unions.
IndustriALL stands with unions in Bosnia-Herzegovina fighting for industrial fairness17 February, 2014IndustriALL Global Union applauds workers and others who have risen up in anger in Bosnia & Herzegovina over economic frustration and exclusion from a failing system run by the political and business elite.
