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Maltese Editors’ Perspectives

Times of Malta reports that governments should consult with business organisations and trade unions to identify the best practices regarding the right to disconnect. The Independent says that politicians should…

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German Trade Union’s Confederation pushes for siesta during heatwaves

In light of the recent record-breaking heat wave in Europe, the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) has said it will press for workplaces in Germany to offer employees a "siesta"-style…

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Ryanair signs deal with Italian cabin crew unions

Ryanair has signed deals with cabin crew unions in Italy to provide employment contracts under Italian law, the Irish no-frills airline said Tuesday ahead of a Europe-wide strike over working…

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Pilots and cabin crew at Ryanair in Germany stage full-day walkout

Pilots and cabin crew at Ryanair in Germany staged a full-day walkout on Wednesday and threatened further strikes to put pressure on management in labour talks with Europe’s biggest low-cost…

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Cabin crew strikes might prove a nightmare for those travelling with Ryanair

Politico: Europe’s summer heatwave could prove a nightmare for those flying Ryanair. Pilots are striking Thursday in Ryanair’s home country of Ireland after the airline failed to shut down a Continent-wide…

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US: Supreme Court deals blow to Trade Unions

New York Times: The Supreme Court on Wednesday dealt a major blow to organised labor. By a 5-to-4 vote, with the more conservative justices in the majority, the court ruled that…

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Petrobras’ CEO resigns following nationwide strikes in Brazil

The head of Brazil's oil giant Petrobras, Pedro Parente, has resigned, following a nationwide strike by lorry drivers that caused huge disruption. Pedro Parente's resignation was one of the demands…

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