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Esther Lynch opens conference 'Trade Unions Against Discrimination

The European Commission must stand up to the attempt by US President Donald Trump to “intimidate” European companies out of complying with European equality law, the General Secretary of the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) said today.

Europe’s workplace stress epidemic is killing around 10,000 people a year, according to a new analysis which shows the urgent need for an EU directive on psychosocial risks at work.

The European Trade Union Confederation reiterates its full support for Ukrainian trade unions.

Dear Readers, We have just published the April 2025 edition of the ETUC newsletter.To read the document, please click here. Enjoy!

The European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC) is saddened by the passing of Pope Francis, a global voice for dignity, justice, and solidarity. His unwavering support for workers' rights, fair wages, and social justice inspired millions and resonated deeply with our trade union mission. 

ETUC Strategic Assessment of the Clean Industrial Deal  Adopted at the Extraordinary Executive Committee meeting of 15 April 2025  

Resolution on EU trade with Israel and PalestineAdopted at the Extraordinary Executive Committee meeting of 15 April 2025

Resolution on peace and security Adopted at the Extraordinary Executive Committee Meeting of 15 April 2025

Ahead of the European Parliament's International Trade Committee mission to Indonesia in mid-April, the ETUC with Dutch and Indonesian trade unions highlights remaining issues with workers' rights in the country and make recommendations which are especially relevant in view of the acceleration of EU negotiations on a trade agreement with Indonesia. 

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Commission must stand up to Trump on workplace equality

Workplace stress epidemic killing 10,000 people a year

The ETUC expresses solidarity to FPU and to Ukrainian trade unions

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Workers' voice - The ETUC newsletter - April 2025

ETUC on the Passing of Pope Francis

ETUC Strategic Assessment of the Clean Industrial Deal

Resolution on EU Trade with Israel and Palestine

Resolution on peace and security

Trade Union Position on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) - An appeal by Indonesian and European trade unions (update April 2025)

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DemAtWork Goes Local: Make EWC Rights Enforceable