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🇪🇺 MEPs Push for 80% Collective Bargaining Coverage Across EU, European Parliament, Estelle Ceulemans https://lnkd.in/dYCYTyFD The Employment and Social Affairs Committee of the European Parliament has adopted a resolution urging the European Commission to present a directive ensuring a “just transition” for workers impacted by climate change, digital transformation, and corporate restructuring. MEPs argue that EU financial support should be withheld from companies that fail to meet employment and working conditions regulations. This emphasis on social dialogue aims to align the EU’s industrial policies with creating quality jobs. The resolution aligns with the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) concept of a just transition, which aims to create a sustainable and green economy while ensuring decent work opportunities for all. CIDA Manager Federmanager Manageritalia Lederne - Danmarks største lederorganisation Lederne Ledarna – Sveriges chefsorganisation CFE-CGC CCP Confederación de Cuadros y Profesionales Association of Montenegrin Managers CNC-NCK : Nationale Confederatie Kaderleden - Confédération Nationale des Cadres Sindicato Nacional dos Quadros e Técnicos Bancários Swiss Leaders Združenje Manager Srpska asocijacija menadžera ULA - Deutscher Führungskräfteverband Ένωση Ανωτάτων Στελεχών Επιχειρήσεων- ΕΑΣΕ FECCIA - European Federation of Managerial Staff in the Chemical and Allied Industries European Parliament European Economic and Social Committee European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) European Labour Authority Council of the European Union European Commission #UseYourLeadership #SocialDialogue #Employment #Managers #Leaders

🆕 📢 Read the latest on Industrial Relations International Labour Review: Volume 163, Issue 4 International experiences of multilevel #collectivebargaining and lessons for implementation Free access 👉 https://lnkd.in/df-Tpk_u There is renewed interest around the world in the potential of multilevel #collectivebargaining to contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable model of #economicdevelopment. Recent country experiences nevertheless highlight tensions and contradictions in the roll-out of new collective bargaining systems and suggest knowledge gaps regarding the idiosyncrasies of institutional design. This Special Issue provides a critical appraisal of the empirical evidence to date, guided by #industrialrelations institutional theory, and identifies lessons for policy and practice in the building and sustaining of effective multilevel bargaining systems. Introduction: International experiences of multilevel collective bargaining and lessons for implementation Damian Grimshaw 👉 https://lnkd.in/dbjPCEJR Tracing the potential benefits and complex contingencies of multilevel collective bargaining Damian Grimshaw,  Bernd BRANDL,  Fabio Bertranou,  Sonia Gontero 👉 https://lnkd.in/dkWjFmBg Multi-employer collective bargaining in liberal market economies: Reasons for survival and reinvigoration Chris F. Wright 👉 https://lnkd.in/dk5ZnH5U Multi-employer bargaining in Denmark: Interwoven processes of coordination Søren Kaj ANDERSEN 👉 https://lnkd.in/daBrkjbm OIT Cono Sur OIT - América Latina y el Caribe International Labour Organization

🌟 ILO Governing Body: Key Outcomes and New Leadership 🌟 The International Labour Organization's (ILO) Governing Body recently concluded its 348th session, marked by significant decisions and the election of new officers for 2023-2024. Key Highlights: 🚀 Strategic Discussions: The Governing Body tackled critical issues, including the impact of technological advancements, climate change, and demographic shifts on the labour market. 🚀 Policy Decisions: Important policy decisions were made, focusing on advancing social justice, promoting decent work, and addressing the ongoing challenges posed by global conflicts. These outcomes reflect the ILO's continued commitment to shaping an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable future of work. Stay informed about the ILO's initiatives and how they are navigating these transformational changes. Read more about the Governing Body's decisions and new leadership here: https://buff.ly/3VyVcDI #FutureOfWork #SocialJustice #DecentWork #ILOGoverningBody #Leadership #SustainableDevelopment

Social dialogue between workers, employers, and the government is key to negotiation, conflict resolution, & amplifying all voices. 🙌 Thavee Techateeravat, President of the Thai Trade Union Congress, shares his thoughts at the recent ILO workshop on social dialogue. 👇

Thank you for sharing this insightful update on the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) report on Social Dialogue and the ongoing challenges regarding freedom of association and collective bargaining. This is a critical issue in the broader context of decent work and social justice, which continues to resonate across labor movements and policy discussions globally. The report's mention of the significant gap in coverage, with roughly half of the global workforce remaining uncovered by ILO Conventions 87 and 98, speaks volumes about the work still ahead. While the high ratification rates of these Conventions are commendable, the reality remains that the implementation of these rights often lags behind the legal frameworks in many countries, especially in USA, China, and India, where ratification is still pending. The fact that national laws and practices frequently fail to meet the standards set forth by the ILO, despite the international commitments, underscores a deeply rooted challenge in ensuring that the fundamental rights of workers are not just acknowledged but actively protected. As the Committee on Freedom of Association (CFA) reports highlight, the gap between legal ratification and actual freedom of association and collective bargaining remains wide, emphasizing the critical need for both governmental and corporate accountability. However, as you rightly mention, the continued push toward upholding these essential rights is paramount, and it's essential that civil society, trade unions, policy-makers, and business leaders collaborate to ensure that the rights enshrined in these Conventions are not only legally acknowledged but are meaningfully implemented on the ground. The 2025 Report and the CFA Reports will surely offer additional data and recommendations, but the responsibility lies with all of us to continue advocating for social dialogue, labor rights, and a commitment to building a fairer and more inclusive global labor market. This is the time to transform rhetoric into action. It is heartening to see such dedication to pushing forward, and the global labor community must remain steadfast in advancing these conversations in every corner of the world. Only then can we ensure that the decent work principle is a lived reality for all workers, no matter where they are. #LaborRights #SocialDialogue #DecentWork #ILO #FreedomOfAssociation #CollectiveBargaining #WorkersRights #GlobalLaborJustice #SDG8 #CSR #UNGP #RBC

New International Labour Organization Report on Social Dialogue There is still a lot of work to be done. Some quotes from the Report: "Roughly half of the global workforce remains uncovered by ILO Conventions 87 and 98" (freedom of association and collective bargaining) "ILO data show ongoing challenges in both law and practice regarding the respect and implementation of this rights" Although the ratification rate of the Conventions 87 and 98 is high (158 for C87 and 168 for C98 out of 187 ILO member states, but both still not ratified by USA, China and India), national laws and practice remain often not up to standards. The yearly Report of the supervising Committee of Experts (new Report expected in February 2025) shows the same picture. As the (3x per year) Reports of the Committee on Freedom of Association (CFA) do. Of course much more facts, thoughts and ideas can be found in the Report. Let's keep pushing in the right direction. #decentwork #socialdialogue #sdg8 #rbc #csr #ungp #unglobalcompact

The alignment of the Labour Code with state-specific rules by March 25 is a positive step towards creating a more cohesive and efficient labor framework. This harmonization will help simplify regulations, improve compliance, and provide clearer guidelines for both businesses and workers, fostering a more productive and equitable environment across the country. It's an exciting opportunity for progress and collaboration at both the central and state levels.

In December, unions, employers, governments, and academia from across Asia and the Pacific gathered in Manila, Philippines, for an important two-day conference on the New Social Contract and the future of work. Organized by the International Labour Organization's Bureau for Workers' Activities (ACTRAV), the discussions centered on redefining economic and social policies in the face of rapid global transformations. Key topics on the agenda: ✔️ Collective bargaining ✔️  Freedom of association ✔️ Protecting workers in non-standard employment This conference was part of a global series of discussions preparing trade union contributions for the Second World Summit for Social Development in 2025. ILO Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific. Philippine Department of Labor and Employment. Sonny Matula. Malaysian Employers Federation Asian Development Bank (ADB). The Asia Foundation  

📄 Due diligence: Protecting workers' rights in global supply chains TUAC's latest contribution to International Union Rights journal examines due diligence as a key instrument for workers' rights. Written by TUAC General Secretary Veronica Nilsson and Bianca Cuciniello, Chair of the TUAC Working Group on Multinational Enterprises. The analysis looks at how trade unions are using OECD Guidelines and due diligence frameworks to: ✓ Tackle labour conditions in global supply chains ✓ Support freedom of association and collective bargaining ✓ Implement living wages ✓ Address complaints to National Contact Points in 51 countries Explore the latest developments, from the 2023 OECD Guidelines revision to the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. Read the full analysis in International Union Rights journal at https://lnkd.in/eRDcE4nz. #WorkersRights #DueDiligence #TradeUnions #OECD #LabourRights #SupplyChains #CollectiveBargaining Bianca Cuciniello CES - ETUC IndustriALL Global Union industriAll Europe UNI Global Union IUF

✨On Monday, #TeamDEWR's very own Alison Durbin came back home to provide insight on the International Labour Organization's (ILO) role in shaping international labour standards ✨ Alison is Australia's Minister-Counsellor for Labour and representative at the ILO. The ILO is the oldest and only tripartite agency under the United Nations, bringing together governments, employers and workers across 187 Member States to set international labour standards 🌏 This Expert Insights session dived into how the ILO can support our work across the Department, and provide an opportunity to promote relevant policy developments in Australia, which in turn can influence global best practices and standards. #LabourStandards #WorkplaceSafety