New Zealand Council of Trade Unions stories
Small firms could be exempted from some health and safety rules as the Government shifts WorkSafe towards critical risk and lower compliance costs.
Thousands more workplace deaths and injuries could follow the axing of 113 jobs at New Zealand's health and safety regulator, unions warn.
More than 10,000 people have signed a petition as the incoming Government moves to repeal the workplace deals before Christmas.
Frontline support could weaken just as New Zealand’s safety record is under strain, trade unions warn.
Customers could face higher prices as New Zealand’s only national stone fabricator drops engineered stone with more than 40 percent silica.
At least two construction workers have died each month since last year, prompting urgent warnings over site safety and enforcement.
Families of high-risk workers could face devastating gaps if more employers fail to offer Wills and estate planning.
New Zealand's pay system favours executives while neglecting average workers, warns NZCTU president, urging new wage negotiation methods to bridge the gap.
