Unionization articles
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Assange decision welcomed by Aust journalists' union
A High Court decision in Britain to allow Julian Assange to appeal his extradition to the United States is a “small win” for the WikiLeaks founder but he should be freed now, the union for Australia’s journalists says. The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance remains concerned there is no certainty an appeal will be successful, […]
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Disneyland Character Performers Vote Yes On Union
NBC News reports: “Disneyland performers who help bring Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and other beloved characters to life at the Southern California resort chose to unionize following a three-day vote culminating on Saturday. The Actors’ Equity Association labor union said in a statement Saturday that cast members for the parades and characters departments at Disney’s theme parks near… Source
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Unions look to lock in right to disconnect from work
The right for employees to disconnect from their employer could be included in minimum workplace conditions as the peak union body urges the workplace tribunal to strengthen protections. The Australian Council of Trade Unions wants the right locked into modern awards by the Fair Work Commission after the opposition threatened to wind back industrial relations […]