North Sea strikes could severely disrupt UK fuel supplies, union warns More than 160 offshore rig workers plan walkout amid rising tensions between unions and oil companies The Guardian - UK · Oct 19
School grievances, inflation, political discontent: What is fuelling violent unrest in France France’s student-led protests over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating school facilities have widened into a nationwide movement fuelled by economic anxiety, anger over police conduct and growing political discontent ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The demonstrations, which began in the Paris suburb of Créteil in mid-September, have drawn… The Times of India · Oct 18
'We are here to help them,' says major trade union on joining students for nationwide protests Two separate major protests – one led by trade unions, the other by students – were initially slated to take place in Paris on Saturday. Eyewitnesses say the protests have converged into one massive demonstration demanding government remedies to the ongoing crises. Euronews · Oct 17
Trade unions push for EU law to address menopause at work The European Trade Union Confederation wants menopause enshrined in EU workplace legislation, as the European Parliament examines the issue and the Commission stops short of proposing a dedicated strategy. Euronews · Oct 17
France protests flare as PM accuses radical left of exploiting unrest ahead of elections Student protests are sweeping across France as frustrations rise over overcrowded classrooms and poor school facilities. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu accuses the La France Insoumise party of taking advantage of the situation for political gain. With thousands joined by trade unions and parents, their calls for educational equity harken back… The Times of India · Oct 16
Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar denies keeping tabs on staff union membership, tribunal hears 23 former workers claim they were unfairly dismissed for trade union activities The Independent UK · Oct 14
GCU faces shutdown as all four unions strike over job cuts GLASGOW Caledonian University (GCU) faces widespread disruption on Thursday as, for the first time in its history, all four campus trade unions take strike action on the same day ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 14
I did not keep tabs on union membership, Rockstar chief tells tribunal More than 30 people were dismissed from the GTA VI developer last October. Evening Standard · Oct 14
Poundland takeover talks continue despite union concerns Retail trade union Usdaw said it was concerned the retailer could be moving closer to administration. Evening Standard · Oct 13
Gavin Newsom opposes the billionaire tax. Then he endorses a measure funded by Google co-founder: ‘showing California his true colors’ This puts Newsom at odds with his own party and several labor unions. We Got This Covered · Oct 11
Teen revolt or revolution? The student protests threatening France's presidential race French students' grievances include long school days, overcrowded classrooms, outdated facilities and teacher shortages. Their anger has resonated across Europe, with students in Belgium and Italy also staging protests. Euronews · Oct 11