Mexico: the reform of labor law will limit union freedom

The reform of the Federal Labor Law plans increased control of public powers over unions through a census of the members and limits to the conclusion of collective agreements. A system of "black lists" can also be introduced to identify "uncooperative" workers. In addition, the reform includes the "right to dignified labor" and increased control over subcontracting. (Ref. 080375)
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On the agenda without having officially been presented, the text has aroused a wave of negative reactions in Mexican professional spheres. Indeed, labor law specialists consider that the reform will hinder workers’ rights and union freedom. Every three months, unions will have to give the competent authorities a precise census of their members. The formalities to register a new union to the official register will get heavier, which will increase the time to get the necessary documents. The detr

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