‘ITUC General Secretary Sharan Burrow should quit’

Voices of dissent are reportedly rising within the core executive committee of Brussels-based trade union group, the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC). According to ITUC’s Indian representative and vice president, G. Sanjeeva Reddy, this global body has fallen off track with regard to protecting the rights of workers across South Asia, Europe, and other regions. Reddy said, “Trade unions are supposed to come together to support each other in the workplace, negotiating with employers to improve pay, terms and conditions, and ensure fair and equal treatment. And, if you are a top global body, your responsibilities become that much more … Continue reading ‘ITUC General Secretary Sharan Burrow should quit’

ILO must stop NGOs from exploiting Indian, Nepali workers returning from Gulf, says INTUC leader

A routine report, based on testimonials collected from workers returning to India and Nepal from the Gulf, especially Qatar, has elicited sharp reactions from a leading member of the international labour union community. A routine report, based on testimonials collected … Continue reading ILO must stop NGOs from exploiting Indian, Nepali workers returning from Gulf, says INTUC leader