April 12, 2022
Immigration
The CNA Criticizes Exploitation in Alentejo
It is necessary to “hold everyone responsible” in the agricultural sector for the problems of labour exploitation of immigrants, including the owners of agricultural holdings.
April 12, 2022
Technology
New York Employee Privacy Law – introduction
Starting in May, a new law will go into effect that requires New York state employers to provide written notice before monitoring their employees’ electronic communication. Initial notification occurs upon hiring, then at least once annually to all employees, informing them of the types of electronic monitoring which may occur.
April 11, 2022
Immigration
AEWV and New Zealand’s new employer accreditation – changes
There are still two different levels of accreditation:
Standard: intend to employ up to five migrant workers on AEWVs at any one time.
High-volume: intend to employ six or more migrant workers on AEWVs at any one time.
April 11, 2022
HR
Hybrid working trends are changing when and where we work
Employees want meaningful work with employers whose purpose makes sense to them. They also want to feel valued, cared for and like they can progress.
April 11, 2022
HR
Hiring activity in India – steady growth
India Inc’s hiring activity recorded a 16% year-on-year growth in March amid removal of restrictions and a pick-up in business momentum prompting employers to strengthen their search for manpower, according to latest data from online job portal Naukri.com.
April 11, 2022
Moving
Transport infrastructure – gender biased
Transport infrastructure and services regularly overlook the traveling patterns and mobility needs of women, evidence shows. The underfunding of bus stop lighting is one example of transport planners not considering the safety of women traveling at night. This appears to stem from the fact that it is mainly men making policy and investment decisions.
April 8, 2022
Technology
ESI assesses Europe’s skills systems and their convergence
‘The new release comes at a time when Europe is going through the digital and green transitions while being further challenged by the coronavirus pandemic. Building solid skills systems can be the answer to these transitions,’ Cedefop expert, responsible for developing the ESI, Ilias Livanos points out.
