The Fair Work Commission rejected Inpex's claims that industrial action by 400 workers would significantly damage Australia's economy or its Asian partnerships. While acknowledging potential production stoppages, the FWC found Inpex's evidence on economic impact and public safety threats unconvincing.
Unionized maintenance workers at BHP's Port Hedland operations in Western Australia have voted overwhelmingly to strike, potentially initiating the mining industry's most significant industrial action this century. Negotiations over a new employment agreement have failed for seven months, leading to widespread worker frustration.
Unite union alleges PeopleCert, owner of City & Guilds, has been dishonest about plans to cut ~400 UK jobs, withholding info and hiring externally. Investigations are ongoing into the controversial sale and executive bonuses.
London Underground strike set for Tuesday as RMT union talks with TfL fail. Drivers protest a four-day week, leading to widespread disruption. Aslef drivers will not strike, limiting impact.
ACT public school teachers and staff will escalate to a full day strike on June 11 after a two-hour work stoppage today. The Australian Education Union (AEU) ACT branch cited a need for better resourcing, staffing, and safety, stating the government is 'out of touch'.
UK's Equity union members voted overwhelmingly (98%) for potential strike action over pay and conditions, threatening West End theatre closures. Negotiations with the Society of London Theatre (Solt) are ongoing.
London Underground drivers, represented by RMT, are striking over the voluntary introduction of a four-day week with condensed hours. TfL states drivers can opt for a five-day pattern, while Aslef has accepted the proposals.
Queensland commuters can expect more delays from Tuesday when a Saturday service will start due to industrial action.
London Underground faces a second 24-hour strike from midday Thursday as RMT union drivers protest TfL's proposed voluntary four-day working week, citing fatigue and safety concerns. Services are reduced across most lines, with Piccadilly, Waterloo & City and Circle lines expected to have no service during strike hours. The dispute continues with no further talks scheduled, and RMT has threatened four more strikes in May and June.
Train drivers belonging to the RMT union are staging two 24-hour strikes this week over TfL's proposed four-day working week. The first strike began at 12pm Tuesday, with the second starting at 12pm Thursday. The entire Tube network will be severely disrupted, with no service on Piccadilly, Circle, and parts of Metropolitan and Central lines. A separate bus strike by Unite union members and Stagecoach will also affect seven routes.
