November 19 marks the 10th anniversary of Pike River Mine disaster when 29 men were killed at work in the mine. No no-one has ever been held to account for the deaths. “Ten years on from Pike – a preventable workplace catastrophe – things have changed, improvements have been made, but there is so much… Read more »
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10 years since Pike disaster
November 19 marks the 10th anniversary of Pike River Mine disaster when 29 men were killed at work in the mine. No no-one has ever been held to account for the deaths. “Ten years on from Pike – a preventable workplace catastrophe – things have changed, improvements have been made, but there is so much… Read more »
Read more...Unions call for urgent Government action to ensure working people are well at work
The Council of Trade Unions is calling on the Government to act with urgency to ensure that when working people are sick, or advised to self-isolate, they are able to stay home without financial loss. “The Government needs to urgently extend the COVID Leave Scheme so that all working people who are advised to self-isolate… Read more »
Read more...Employers must adhere to public health rules
The Council of Trade Unions (CTU) is reminding employers that they have an obligation to do the right thing by employees and adhere to public health advice at all times including when it comes to dealing with COVID. “If an employee is unwell they should stay home. If an employee signals to their employer that… Read more »
Read more...CTU announces new Economist and Director of Policy
The Council of Trade Unions is delighted to announce the permanent appointment of Craig Renney to the position of CTU Economist and Director of Policy. Craig Renney replaces Andrea Black at the end of her fixed-term contract. “Craig brings a wealth of experience with him having worked most recently for the Minister of Finance, Grant… Read more »
Read more...Equal Pay Amendment Act comes into force
The Equal Pay Amendment Act has now come into force. “We are now closer to achieving equal pay in New Zealand. Now we are better able to remove the barriers which have stood between working women and fair pay,” CTU President Richard Wagstaff said. “It is to be celebrated that the Government has made it… Read more »
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Union movement calls for more attention to those disproportionally affected by COVID
The Council of Trade Unions is concerned by some of the quarterly Labour Market Statistics released today and calls on the Government to do more to support working people, particularly Māori, Pasifika and women. CTU Economist Andrea Black wants to see the Government do more. “These statistics show that the COVID wage subsidy has been… Read more »
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New Workplace Relations Minister Welcomed
The Council of Trade Unions, on behalf of all working people welcomes Michael Wood as Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety. “Minister Wood comes to this role with a depth and breadth of experience as a union organiser. He knows first hand the challenges that working people in Aotearoa face. He is a compassionate, hard… Read more »
Read more...Unions call for acknowledgment of essential workers on Labour Day
The CTU President has drawn attention to the importance of essential workers on Labour Day. CTU President Richard Wagstaff says “Labour Day is a time to reflect on the efforts of all working people. In 2020, more than ever, we can all see how critical the work of essential workers has been in keeping us… Read more »
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Unions call for transparency in trade agreement negotiations
Unions are calling for the United Kingdom-New Zealand trade negotiations to prioritise decent jobs and the protection of working peoples rights and public services, as the second round of talks begin today by video. The U.K. is also negotiating separately with Australia for a similar agreement. Trade unions in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand… Read more »
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