Working people are bearing the brunt of the cost-of-living crisis with a record three out of four saying their incomes cannot keep up with inflation according to the Council of Trade Union’s fifth annual Mood of the Workforce Survey. CTU Secretary Melissa Ansell-Bridges said the results of the survey raised real concerns about who was… Read more »
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The Council of Trade Unions welcomes Chris Hipkins as the new leader of the Labour Party and next Prime Minister of New Zealand. “We congratulate Chris Hipkins and look forward to working with him as he takes on these critical roles during a challenging time for working people across the country,” said CTU President Richard… Read more »
Read more...Working people want to express their thanks to outgoing Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern for her service and the improvements to wages and conditions her government delivered, says Council of Trade Unions President Richard Wagstaff. “Jacinda Ardern’s government has delivered record employment, record wage rises, and improvements to the lives of working people including 26 weeks… Read more »
Read more...The Government’s Consultation Document on the Emissions Reduction Plan needs to show how it will deliver on our shared aspiration for a Just Transition to low emissions economy. One where the impact of change is managed to benefit all New Zealanders, says CTU President Richard Wagstaff. “We know a change to a low-carbon economy must… Read more »
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The Council of Trade Unions (CTU) today welcomed the Minister of Immigration’s announcement on granting residency to 165,000 working people and their families on temporary visas. CTU President Richard Wagstaff said “This will be transformative for these working people and their families, who will now be able to plan their future in Aotearoa with security”.… Read more »
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The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi has today publically released its COVID-19 vaccination policy. CTU President Richard Wagstaff, “We are encouraging employers to do the right thing and support the team of 5 million, including all working New Zealanders, to get fully vaccinated.” “The union movement is proudly encouraging everyone, who can,… Read more »
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The Council of Trade Unions welcomes today’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) data showing New Zealand is on the right path to economic recovery from COVID-19. CTU Economist and Director of Policy Craig Renney said “Annual GDP growth 5.1 is impressive, and compares very favourably with Australia, Canada, Europe and the US. These figures would appear… Read more »
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The Council of Trade Unions extends our condolences on the death of Sir Michael Cullen. CTU President Richard Wagstaff comments on the lasting legacy of Sir Michael. “Working people acknowledge and thank Sir Michael for his foresight and leadership on so many issues but specifically on the introduction of KiwiSaver.” “KiwiSaver has seen working New… Read more »
Read more... The Council of Trade Unions is welcoming Maritime New Zealand laying charges in the Auckland District Court on Thursday against the Ports of Auckland Ltd (POAL) and an unnamed individual. These charges are in relation to the death of Mr Pala’amo (Amo) Kalati who was crushed to death at work in 2020. “It is good… Read more »
Read more... The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions sends messages of condolences to the United States trade union movement with the death of President Richard Trumka of the AFL-CIO (The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organization) the sister organisation of the NZCTU. “Trumka was a powerhouse, he dedicated his life to improve the… Read more »
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