Labor news covering unions, strikes, worker rights, collective bargaining, and labor movement developments.
The Micron Taiwan workers' union rejected a one-time reward package on Tuesday, demanding instead a long-term mechanism sharing 15% of operating profits. Union head Lin Che-jui criticized the unilateral proposal and suspects it aims to influence public opinion ahead of scheduled negotiations.
An Oregon state board hearing begins Monday to determine if Oregon State University women's basketball players can form a workers' union. Ten of thirteen players have signed authorization cards with the United College Athletes Association, marking the first formal attempt by female collegiate athletes at a public university.
Chad Smith, CEO of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, argues that a new collective bargaining agreement marks a historic shift by granting musicians formal authority in artistic planning and the search for the next music director. He contends this collaboration is essential for the orchestra's innovation during Andris Nelsons' final season.
Britain's trade unions urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to abandon arbitrary Brexit red lines and pursue the deepest possible partnership with the EU. Speaking at their annual congress in Brighton on Tuesday, delegates emphasized that the new settlement must be guided by national interest.
Former MLB General Manager Jim Bowden contends that current labor proposals aim to improve the game despite looming lockout threats. He argues his perspective is unbiased, citing decades of front-office experience and broadcaster roles, while noting significant team valuation increases that complicate negotiations between owners and the players' union.
South Korean Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon proposed a one-point social dialogue regarding the controversial mega cluster bill. The government plans to introduce the legislation by month-end, which may exempt top earners from the 52-hour workweek limit, drawing strong opposition from major labor unions.
John Rentoul argues that Deputy PM Louise Haigh missed a strategic opportunity at the Trades Union Congress by avoiding critical messages about AI and union modernization. He contends she prioritized safe applause over urging unions to adapt to technological changes, unlike what Prime Minister Andy Burnham might have addressed.
Seoul city bus drivers are initiating a full-scale strike after failed negotiations, prompting the Seoul Metropolitan Government to deploy 1,500 free shuttle buses and increase subway frequency. The article details these alternative transportation measures designed to mitigate commuter disruption during the labor walkout.
A legal expert contends that a worker fired after disclosing a family illness may have claims for inadequate severance and family status discrimination under Canadian law. The article suggests reclassifying independent contractor status to employment to increase tenure-based entitlements and highlights potential legal recourse for wrongful termination related to caregiving duties.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) declared support for the ongoing indefinite strike by resident doctors at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital. NARD urged the Lagos State Government to urgently address welfare concerns to prevent further disruption to healthcare services at the facility.