COVID-19: Czech union action relieves seafarers’ worries Recently, the Czech Ministry of Transport adopted extraordinary measures concerning Czech seafarers. The work of Czech Trade Union of Seafarers was key in getting the measure in place swiftly. Union Action 24 Apr 2020
Joint ETUC & ETUFs statement for Workers’ Memorial Day 2020 ETUC and European Trade Union Federations commemorate all those who died from coronavirus in a joint statement. We remember all workers who died from coronavirus through exposure at work. No one should die from work! Statement 24 Apr 2020
Joint ETUC & European trade union federations statement for Workers Memorial Day 2020 resource 23 Apr 2020
COVID-19: Seafarers’ trying journeys Kees Wiersum, a Dutch captain, shares some insights into the life on board during the COVID-19 pandemic. Worker's Story 22 Apr 2020
COVID-19: Fishing industry welcomes EU support to overcome the socio-economic turmoil Social partners welcome positive steps towards much-needed support to fishermen during the COVID-19 pandemic. We call upon the Member States to fully implement these extraordinary measures to compensate and relieve operators and workers. News 17 Apr 2020
COVID-19: As issues persist in European transport, ETF calls for swift action While some action has been taken by the European Commission to address the issues related to COVID-19, much more is required to ensure the safety and wellbeing of transport workers. ETF responds to this situation with a letter to Commissioner Vălean. News 15 Apr 2020
COVID-19: Take action to prevent collision! ETF Air Traffic Management Committee released a new statement, detailing measures to be taken to ensure the provision of ATM services now and in the future. News 15 Apr 2020