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ETF and ITF support ver.di in their fight against UPS redundancies
The ETF and ITF lend their full support to German trade union ver.di in their fight against the announcement of 500 job cuts by UPS in Germany.
Press release
Ground handling sector fights for its survival as more than half of airport-based workers are out of work
ETF estimates that almost 60 per cent of ground handling workers are out of work, putting European aviation's long-term stability in danger.
Statement
ETF pledges solidarity to unions in their fight against FedEx decision to cut its European workforce by thousands
FedEx has announced the decision to fire 6,300 employees in midst of booming e-commerce; the ETF joins all concerned workers and unions in their fight against these unfair and unacceptable redundancies.
News
EU Member States must enable crew changes to take place without further delays and prioritise seafarers for vaccination
In a letter to Heads of State and Government of EU Member States, the ETF and ECSA called on EU Member States to enable crew changes and give seafarers priority access to COVID-19 vaccines.
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ETF puts reality of professional drivers at the core of its contribution to evaluation of Driving Licence Directive
ETF contributes to European Commission Consultation on the ex-post evaluation of the Driving Licence Directive, and highlights the need to take into account the reality of drivers when considering certain changes and puts forward recommendations that will improve the sector's level-playing field.
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ETF and Europêche answer questions about ILO “Work in fishing” Convention
The ETF and Europêche share a Q&A document about the ILO "Work in fishing" Convention 188, covering subjects such as the scope of the convention, working and rest time, and enforcement.
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ETF voices concerns over missing Pay Transparency Directive
The ETF wrote to European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen today to share growing concerns over her unfulfilled promise to introduce ‘binding pay transparency measures’ within 100 days of entering office. Further delay could have far-reaching consequences on women transport workers and women workers alike.
Press release
Discussion on slots ignores aviation workers’ main concerns
The ETF reacts to European Commission’s “Slot Relief” proposal, highlighting the fact that the proposal ignores the significant issue of job losses and the social consequences of this pandemic as well as a severe lack of sustainable and long-term job protection.
Statement
ETF condemns direct attack on democracy in the U.S. but warns that similar assault could be on the horizon for Europe if we don’t act now
The ETF condemns the blatant attack on democracy that took place in the U.S. capitol and urges the EU to act now to deter a similar situation in the future.
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COMPETING: December 2020 Newsletter
The COMPETING project aims to improve the recognition of professional qualifications in the inland waterways sector. Check out the newsletter for the latest updates.
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SkillSea Update December 2020
Welcome to the third edition of the SkillSea Update! Check it out to learn about the project activities, why SIMAC joined SkillSea and Captain Albert’s reflection on the importance of knowledge and
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Coming home for Christmas: transport workers need guarantees, or essential goods will not reach the destination!
The ETF calls on the UK Government, the European Commission and national governments to come up with clear guarantees for truck drivers to return from the UK, and seafarers to be able to take part in crew changes.
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