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Great-Britain: the working hours regulation has cost companies over 23,5 billion euros
British firms beard 50 billion pounds of accrued costs because of the working hours regulations that came into force in 1998, denounced the British Chamber of commerce (BCC) this week. (Ref. 06197)
1 March 2006
Sweden : less sick leaves, but the result is more people on welfare
A report from the national agency of social affairs and health qualifies the results of the governmental policy aimed at lowering the number of sick leaves. The number of people who are recipients...
1 March 2006
Great-Britain : the impact of the free movement of workers from new EU countries is “broadly positive”
This study deals with the immigration from 8 (Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovenia and Slovakia) of the 10 new member states , Cyprus and Malta were already...
1 March 2006
Germany : First warning strikes take place in the metal industry
Workers in the metal industry of Bade Württemberg went on strike for the first time this year, as a warning. German employees are allowed to organize short strikes, often a few hours a day, to...
1 March 2006
France: a new association of professionals is devoted to social measuring
How to count the number of employees at the international level? Which criteria should be chosen to measure the participation rate in vocational training activities in Europe? The Ipsoc...
1 March 2006
Slovakia : Employment agencies adopt a new «client-oriented approach»
Counseling services and financial aid for workers’ mobility will be improved. The cost of employment services provided by the government will increase by 100 million Crowns a year. (Réf. 06194)
1 March 2006
Germany : electoral campaign for work councils is launched
On 28 February 2006, the minister for Work and Social Affairs, Franz Müntefering, launched the official campaign for the work councils elections (Betriebsratswahlen 2006) that will take place on...
1 March 2006
Germany: after 40 days of strike, an agreement is concluded at AEG
After several hours of negotiations and five weeks of strike, the trade union IG Metall and the management of AEG, a subsidiary of Electrolux, worked out an agreement to compensate the 1750...
28 February 2006
France : no official position on open boundaries for now
Only 5 EU States will soon allow all EU citizens to work on their territory. France could adopt an in-between position. (Ref. 06190)
28 February 2006
European Commission and Parliament want to make directive on workers’ posting more efficient
Checking is the major weak point. Deputies want more standardization. (Ref. 06189)
28 February 2006
Great-Britain : 30 years after the Equal Pay Act, a huge gender gap remains.
Women still earn 17% less than men, according to a report of the Commission "Women and work" released February 27th. (Ref. 06188)
28 February 2006
Czech republic : government wants to save LG Philips subsidiary factory
Over 1000 jobs are potentially threatened in Hranice na Morave. The government wants to help financially. But if the factory stops its activities, it will have to reimburse the Czech government...
27 February 2006
Commission report on gender equality in 2006
This report will be introduced to European leaders at the next European Council (March 23rd and 24th). It draws an assessment of gender inequality in terms of employment and proposes some...
27 February 2006
A new universal labour code for seamen
Members of the International Labour organization sign an agreement aimed at improving and standardizing seamen's working conditions. 1.2 million workers are concerned by this agreement. (Ref...
27 February 2006
The non-recognition of service periods in the public sector of another member State violates Community law
Spain has been condemned for violating the principle of equal treatment between Spanish nationals and Community nationals in terms of working conditions. (Ref. 06184)
27 February 2006
Hungary : will regional service centers stay here?
Hungary is a leading destination for companies establishing regional service centers: increasingly, multinationals are moving their IT, bookkeeping, financial and call-center operations to Hungary.
27 February 2006
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5 March 2026
Crédit Agricole is to adopt stricter rules on remote work from mid-March onwards. The rules will be tightened for employees, but the maximum number of days working remotely will remain unchanged.
29 January 2026
The three representative trade unions at Orange France have until 10 December to validate an agreement on gender equality, work–life balance and anti-discrimination measures. While the text...
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31 October 2025
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France: Medef puts forward proposals to improve management quality
On 31 August, Medef, French main employers' organisation, published a practical guide to managerial skills, which it considers to be a driver of economic performance for businesses. Concerned by...
3 September 2026
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AI: uneven integration but a global challenge for the world of work
The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in business is profoundly transforming the world of work, and some occupations are now under threat. However, the full extent of its effects remains...
11 September 2026
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Netherlands: towards a ban on housing cost deductions from migrant workers’ wages
The news. On September 10, Dutch Minister of Social Affairs and Employment Hans Vijlbrief (centre-left) sent a letter to the House of Representatives, stating that he intends to prohibit employers...
14 September 2026
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Germany: AfD victory in Saxony-Anhalt raises concerns over labour supply and workplace cohesion
The rise of Germany’s far-right AfD, which could soon gain influence over migration policy in Saxony-Anhalt and, following elections on September 20, in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania as well, is...
15 September 2026
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UE: Commission proposes measures to facilitate “fair” worker mobility across the Union
The info. On 15 September, the European Commission adopted a series of measures aimed at encouraging “fair” worker mobility within the EU. It wants to remove the administrative...
16 September 2026
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Denmark: introduction of a professional ID card for construction site workers
The news. On 3 September, the Danish Parliament adopted a bill introducing a mandatory professional ID card for people working on large construction sites. The card will include, among other...
15 September 2026