Unionsfraktionschef Jens Spahn reiste nach China, um faire Handelsregeln zu fordern. Er kritisierte Chinas Industriepolitik, Überkapazitäten und Subventionen, die zum Verlust von Arbeitsplätzen in Deutschland führen. Spahn mahnte eine stärkere europäische Reaktion auf unfaire Handelspraktiken an.
Matt Wrack, general secretary of the NASUWT teaching union, believes Andy Burnham is Labour's strongest candidate to defeat Reform in a general election. Wrack expressed deep concern over Reform's potential impact on education and trade unions, citing hostility from Reform councillors. He also called for more robust change from Labour than currently seen, particularly on academisation and SEND provision.
Matt Wrack, general secretary of the NASUWT teaching union, believes Andy Burnham is Labour's strongest candidate to defeat Reform in a general election and potentially lead the party. Wrack expressed deep concern over Reform's potential impact on education and trade unions, citing hostility from Reform councillors. He also criticized the current Labour government's continuation of Tory policies on academisation and SEND provision.
Bernard Arnault, owner of the world's largest luxury group LVMH, is under fire from French journalists' unions and Reporters Without Borders for his extensive ownership of the country's business press, raising concerns about media pluralism and potential abuse of dominant position.
Im Keller des Restaurants "Sassella" trafen sich ab 1995 junge Abgeordnete von CDU und Grünen. Diese "Pizza-Connection", benannt nach dem Lokal, nicht nach dem Gericht, bildete Freundschaften und Netzwerke, aus denen spätere Minister und Spitzenpolitiker hervorgingen. Die Gruppe wurde durch zufällige Begegnungen mit Kohl und Fischer bekannt und prägte eher die Bonner Partyszene als die Politik.
Workers at the Inpex Ichthys facility have resumed operations after unions and the Japanese-owned company reached a deal following months of negotiations and weeks of strikes that threatened LNG exports.
Reform UK's proposed Women and Motherhood Protection Act, intended to "strengthen women's rights," is criticized by unions for potentially undermining equal pay for work of equal value and effectively repealing the 2010 Equality Act. The party claims it will restore 1970s/90s protections and extend maternity leave claim limits.
Unionspolitiker schlagen härtere Sparmaßnahmen im Pflege- und Gesundheitsbereich vor, einschließlich der Senkung des Schonvermögens und des Zugriffs auf das Vermögen von Eltern. Emmi Zeulner (CSU) widerspricht diesen Vorschlägen, insbesondere der Idee, dass Kinder für die Pflege ihrer Eltern zahlen sollen.
Die Union fordert die SPD auf, die im Koalitionsvertrag vereinbarte Reform des Arbeitszeitgesetzes umzusetzen. Ziel ist die Einführung einer wöchentlichen statt täglichen Höchstarbeitszeit, um flexiblere Arbeitsmodelle im Einklang mit EU-Richtlinien zu ermöglichen.
Die SPD will die Arbeitszeitreform nutzen, um Beschäftigten mehr Selbstbestimmung zu ermöglichen. Die Union fordert mehr Flexibilität und kritisiert, dass Arbeitsschutzrecht einer flexibleren Regelung entgegenstehe. Gewerkschaften und die Linke warnen vor einer Aufweichung des Acht-Stunden-Tags.
The UK government is reportedly planning to relax its 2030 electric vehicle sales targets, potentially lowering the mandate for pure EVs from 80% to 50% and allowing a larger share for hybrids. This move follows intense lobbying from the car industry and unions concerned about job security and manufacturing penalties.
CDU-Fraktionschef Jens Spahn fordert eine Reform des Arbeitszeitrechts, um der Wirtschaft mehr Flexibilität zu geben. Er plädiert für flexiblere Arbeitszeiten, die im Einklang mit der EU-Arbeitszeitrichtlinie stehen und eine bessere Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf ermöglichen sollen.
Bollywood's iconic film Lagaan celebrated its 25th anniversary with a grand reunion of cast and crew in Mumbai. Aamir Khan and director Ashutosh Gowariker hosted the event, which saw a star-studded guest list including Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and many others. Salman Khan's new look was a major talking point.
Bolivian unions, including the COB and La Paz peasant federation, are urging the government to establish a negotiation agenda to address the ongoing political and social crisis. After 36 days of road blockades causing shortages and price hikes, the organizations are shifting from demanding presidential resignation to seeking a work program for their members to consider, citing the need for dialogue even in wartime.
A summit on Germany's economic crisis revealed deep rifts between the government, employers, and unions. While all agree on the crisis, their diagnoses and proposed solutions diverge significantly on issues like labor costs, social contributions, and tax policy.
Unions have secured backing from senior Labor ministers for potential strike action at BHP's Port Hedland export port. Resources Minister Madeleine King stated there's nothing wrong with unions taking action due to power imbalances, while WA Premier Roger Cook also offered support. The unions are prepared for prolonged stoppages, which could cost BHP billions.
Google.org is committing $50 million to train 300,000 US workers for skilled trades like electricians and welders. CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the importance of these workers for the digital economy.
Anne König, Vorsitzende der Arbeitsgruppe Bildung der Unionsfraktion, lehnt die Umsetzung des EU-Entgelttransparenzgesetzes ab. Sie sieht die Lösung für ungerechte Bezahlung in der Bildung, nicht in neuen Gesetzen.
Germany's ruling coalition is seeking broad support from employers and unions for fundamental economic reforms. Discussions in the Chancellery focused on strengthening economic growth, labor market stability, social security, bureaucracy reduction, and tax policy.
German coalition leaders agreed to further talks with employers and unions on reforms to address economic challenges, including the labor market, social security, bureaucracy, and tax policy. IG Metall chief Christiane Brenner expressed optimism after the meeting.
Italian unions Unsa Confsal, Cisl Fp, Confintesa Fp, Uilfp Giustizia, and Flp have strongly criticized a new justice decree, calling it a "grave attack" on collective bargaining and union democracy. They threaten to withdraw from a collective agreement if their concerns about the decree's impact on judicial office staff and non-stabilized personnel are not addressed.
German Chancellor Merz met with unions and employers to discuss reforms. The "fuel discount" will expire on June 30th. Former Senator Chialo to testify. Germany and Hungary aim to reset relations.
SNCF unions (Sud-Rail, Unsa, CGT, CFDT) are calling for a strike on June 10, demanding salary negotiations due to rising inflation and opposing the opening of the rail sector to competition. This marks the first strike under the Castex government.
Two French unions, FNEE-CGT and SNE-FSU, have announced a strike for June 11th to protest a reform ending the "quasi-statut" recruitment for new environmental sector public employees starting January 1, 2028. They fear increased precariousness and service disorganization.
