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Striking workers at Boeing Defense have rejected the company's latest five-year contract proposal, prolonging their strike into its 13th week and causing delays in fighter jet deliveries. Union leadership said that Boeing had failed to address the essential needs of the approximately 3,200 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). IAM President Brian Bryant expressed his frustration over the company's approach, saying: "Boeing's corporate executives continue to insult the very people who build the world's most advanced military aircraft.” Boeing, meanwhile, plans to implement a contingency strategy to mitigate the impact of the strike, and said that the offer's terms were market-leading.
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UK
The Resolution Foundation has warned that Labour's proposed Employment Rights Bill could harm the jobs market, suggesting that the legislation, which includes a day-one right against unfair dismissal, may inhibit hiring and lead to a crisis in tribunal courts. Ruth Curtice, chief executive of the foundation, said: "Moving to day one rights for unfair dismissal is high risk and should be amended in the Bill before it's too late." While the foundation backs much of the legislation, including proposals to enhance sick pay and eliminate most zero-hours contracts, it warned that changes to unfair dismissal rules risked damaging the economy. The Office for Budget Responsibility has already warned that the Bill could have a negative impact on jobs, prices, and productivity. A government spokesman insisted that reforms to the labour market and employment rights "are crucial to drive economic growth," adding that ministers "are ensuring new laws work for businesses while continuing to make the tribunal system more resilient."
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Europe
The Resolution Foundation has warned that Labour's proposed Employment Rights Bill could harm the UK's jobs market, suggesting that the legislation, which includes a day-one right against unfair dismissal, may inhibit hiring and lead to a crisis in tribunal courts. Ruth Curtice, chief executive of the foundation, said: "Moving to day one rights for unfair dismissal is high risk and should be amended in the Bill before it's too late." While the foundation backs much of the legislation, including proposals to enhance sick pay and eliminate most zero-hours contracts, it warned that changes to unfair dismissal rules risked damaging the economy. The Office for Budget Responsibility has already warned that the Bill could have a negative impact on jobs, prices, and productivity.
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Middle East
The Ministry of Labour in Oman has introduced Ministerial Resolution No. 602/2025, which is aimed at improving the work permit system. The resolution extends work permit validity for non-Omani employees from 15 to 24 months and allows employers to upgrade workers' professions with minimal fees. It also provides fee exemptions for vulnerable groups and reduces recruitment fees for civil society organisations. Additionally, late renewal fines are capped at RO 500. The reforms aim to modernise the local labour system, enhance efficiency, and protect workers' rights while supporting employers.
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