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CTU to take private prosecution over forestry death
Friday, 9 May 2014, 11:10 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
The CTU has been granted permission from the Court to take a private prosecution against a M & A Cross Ltd the employer of forestry worker Charles Findlay who was killed at work. More >>
51 killed at work
Sunday, 27 April 2014, 10:58 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
51 killed at work The Council of Trade Unions (CTU) is remembering the loss of 51 people who lost their lives at work in the past year. April 28 is Workers Memorial Day; an international day of remembrance and action for workers killed at work. The ... More >>
Focus on housing costs, raise wages not interest rates
Thursday, 24 April 2014, 10:40 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Focus on housing costs, raise wages not interest rates "The increase in the Reserve Bank's interest rate, while expected, shows little imagination and will raise mortgage costs for home owners," says CTU economist Bill Rosenberg. “The focus ... More >>
Manufacturing policy welcomed
Thursday, 17 April 2014, 10:19 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
“Today’s announcement of Labour’s manufacturing policy is very welcome,” says CTU Economist Bill Rosenberg. “Just as many other developed countries are realising, having a strong manufacturing sector pays off in good jobs, retaining ... More >>
Give a lei and have your say!
Tuesday, 1 April 2014, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
The Pasifika arm of the CTU, Komiti Pasifika, launches their ‘Lei Your Local’ campaign this week. The purpose of the campaign is to increase Pasifika participation in the 2014 General Election. More >>
Workplaces have a role in reducing domestic violence
Monday, 31 March 2014, 3:55 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
A Bill that aims to support workplaces in the reduction of domestic violence and provide victims of domestic violence with practical support in the form of leave and expert assistance “must be supported by all political parties” says Sheryl ... More >>
Government committed to making life worse for workers
Wednesday, 19 March 2014, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Workers in New Zealand will be one step closer to worse employment conditions and less employment rights when the Employment Relations Amendment Bill passes its second reading. The Bill is due to be debated today. More >>
Reasons for interest rate rise not convincing
Thursday, 13 March 2014, 10:12 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Reasons for interest rate rise not convincing “The Reserve Bank has not given a convincing case that general inflation is a big enough risk to raise interest rates”, says CTU Economist Bill Rosenberg. “In fact it seems to be pushing against higher ... More >>
Go slow on interest rate rises
Tuesday, 11 March 2014, 9:23 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
“The Reserve Bank should be very cautious about any increase in interest rates when considering its Official Cash Rate announcement on Thursday,” says CTU Economist Bill Rosenberg. “For many households, especially those on floating rate mortgages, ... More >>
Charges should have proceeded
Thursday, 27 February 2014, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
“All New Zealanders should be seriously concerned about how the Crown dealt with a letter from Peter Whittall’s lawyers some two months before he was discharged” CTU President Helen Kelly said today. More >>
Government must not weaken Human Rights in NZ
Thursday, 13 February 2014, 11:12 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
The Council of Trade Unions has spoken out strongly against the proposed amendments to the Human Rights Act at the Justice and Electoral Select Committee today. “If these amendments are successful, then we will see the Government weaken human rights ... More >>
Reserve Bank shouldn't raise interest rate
Wednesday, 29 January 2014, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
"It is important that interest rates are kept at no more than their current levels", says CTU Economist Bill Rosenberg. "Unemployment is still high despite signs of growth in the economy. Wages need to rise in real terms after years ... More >>
CTU welcomes launch of review into forestry safety
Wednesday, 29 January 2014, 2:25 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
CTU President Helen Kelly welcomes the appointment by Forest Owners, of the independent panel to conduct a major review into the appalling record of health and safety in the forestry industry. Helen Kelly says “we are encouraged that the industry is ... More >>
Investment in Skills Vital
Wednesday, 29 January 2014, 12:32 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
The Council of Trade Unions is calling for a renewed focus on opportunities for people to lift their skills. Appearing at the Education and Science Committee at Parliament in a submission on the Industry Training and Apprenticeships Amendment Bill, Peter ... More >>
Workplaces are safer with a trained health and safety rep
Tuesday, 14 January 2014, 12:40 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Peter Conway, CTU Secretary says that workplaces are safer with a trained health and safety representative, and that ACC funded health and safety representative training is hugely valued by both employees and employers and is a good investment towards ... More >>
Season’s Greetings and leave entitlements
Monday, 23 December 2013, 11:39 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Season’s Greetings and leave entitlements The CTU wishes everyone a safe and happy summer holiday, and wants to remind workers of their rights during the holiday season. Jeff Sissons CTU General Counsel said “while most workers will be hitting the beach ... More >>
Most people still waiting to see benefits of GDP growth
Thursday, 19 December 2013, 12:57 pm | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Most people still waiting to see benefits of GDP growth “The strong growth in GDP in the three months to September is being driven by the boom in commodity exports such as dairy and logs, with help from the construction boom in Canterbury and in ... More >>
How many more forestry workers need to die Mr Bridges?
Thursday, 19 December 2013, 11:56 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
How many more forestry workers need to die Mr Bridges? CTU renews demands for immediate interim regulation in forestry after reports that a 20 year old man was struck by a falling tree and killed this morning in a forestry block near Levin. Helen Kelly, ... More >>
Government wrong to withdraw charges against Whittal
Thursday, 12 December 2013, 11:12 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
The decision by MBIE to withdraw charges against Peter Whittal today is wrong on many levels, says CTU President Helen Kelly. “The Department, in this Court case, represents the men killed in that mine. They hold sole discretion to press charges ... More >>
Select Committee Didn’t Listen re Employment Law Changes
Wednesday, 11 December 2013, 10:57 am | New Zealand Council of Trade Unions
Despite over 12,000 submissions making it clear the Governments proposed Employment Law changes are unfair and will drive wages down, the Select Committee report released today shows it has failed to listen to the working people of this country. More >>
