Labour news

Here are some recent labour news updates:

Global Labour News

  1. ILO: Global Unemployment Rate Falls to 5.1%: The International Labour Organization (ILO) has reported that the global unemployment rate has fallen to 5.1% in 2022, down from 5.4% in 2021. (Source: ILO)
  2. OECD: Labour Market Recovery Slows Down: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has warned that the labour market recovery is slowing down due to rising inflation and supply chain disruptions. (Source: OECD)
  3. IMF: Global Labour Market Faces Uncertainty: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that the global labour market faces uncertainty due to the ongoing pandemic, trade tensions, and climate change. (Source: IMF)

National Labour News

  1. Canada: Labour Market Remains Strong: Canada's labour market has remained strong, with the unemployment rate falling to 5.2% in January 2023. (Source: Statistics Canada)
  2. UK: Labour Productivity Growth Slows Down: Labour productivity growth in the UK has slowed down, with the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reporting a 0.2% increase in the fourth quarter of 2022. (Source: ONS)
  3. US: Jobless Claims Fall to 52-Year Low: The number of jobless claims in the US has fallen to a 52-year low, with the Department of Labor reporting 166,000 initial claims for the week ending February 18, 2023. (Source: US Department of Labor)

Industry-Specific Labour News

  1. Tech Industry: Layoffs Continue: The tech industry has seen a wave of layoffs, with companies such as Meta, Twitter, and Microsoft announcing job cuts in recent weeks. (Source: Bloomberg)
  2. Healthcare Industry: Staffing Shortages Worsen: The healthcare industry is facing severe staffing shortages, with a survey by the American Hospital Association finding that 71% of hospitals are experiencing staffing shortages. (Source: American Hospital Association)
  3. Retail Industry: Store Closures Continue: The retail industry has seen a surge in store closures, with companies such as Gap, Victoria's Secret, and JCPenney announcing closures in recent weeks. (Source: Retail Dive)

Labour Rights and Issues

  1. Fair Pay: The fight for fair pay continues, with workers in various industries demanding higher wages and better working conditions. (Source: Fair Pay)
  2. Work-Life Balance: The importance of work-life balance has been highlighted, with many workers calling for more flexible working arrangements and better support for mental health. (Source: Work-Life Balance)
  3. Gender Pay Gap: The gender pay gap remains a significant issue, with women still earning less than men in many industries. (Source: Gender Pay Gap)

These are just a few examples of recent labour news updates. If you have any specific questions or topics you'd like to discuss, feel free to ask!