Esther Lynch
@estherlynch.bsky.social
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General Secretary of European Trade Union Confederation posting about work and life in general.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
2 days ago
Good exchange at our Executive Committee on the dangers of the proposed âEU Inc.â Thanks to
@repasi.bsky.social
for engaging with trade unions on what is really at stake: workersâ rights, collective agreements, codetermination termination, wages and protections
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European Trade Unions
2 days ago
Strong public services are the backbone of democracy, equality and social justice. From healthcare to education, transport to firefighting: Europe works thanks to public service workers. To end the
#PublicServiceEmergency
, Europe needs investment, not austerity.
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European Trade Unions
2 days ago
Workers make Europe. Not deregulation. Not austerity. Not a race to the bottom. Europeâs future must be built on investment, strong industries, quality jobs and workers having a real say at work. We make Europe
#UnionMade
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Esther Lynch
ETUI
7 days ago
đ¤ How does
#AI
reinforce
#inequality
? đ The promise of the digital workplace is more flexibility and freedom, yet for many the reality includes a rise in online harassment and systemic bias. đď¸ Read more in the latest issue of
#HesaMag
:
etui.org/45w
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Liz Shuler
10 days ago
The
@aflcio.org
has published definitive new polling on who the American public trusts to set AI regulations. And no surprise: Itâs not their employers, political parties, or Big Tech. Itâs the labor movement.
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New Polling: Over 9 in 10 Favor Pro-Worker AI Agenda, Trust Unions More Than Either Party to Deliver | AFL-CIO
The AFL-CIO released new polling today, showing that more than 90% of working people favor job and privacy protections from artificial intelligence (AI) and overwhelmingly trust unionsâover either pol...
https://aflcio.org/press/releases/new-polling-over-9-10-favor-pro-worker-ai-agenda-trust-unions-more-either-party
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European Trade Unions
9 days ago
No compromises on workersâ rights. The proposed 28th Company Regime cannot move forward in its current form. ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
was with
@socialistsanddemocrats.eu
this morning to stress that Europeâs competitiveness cannot be built on weaker worker protections.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
9 days ago
#EUinc
cannot become a backdoor to weaken workersâ rights. The proposed 28th Company Regime risks bypassing collective bargaining and national systems. Europe must put workersâ needs above corporate profits.
@estherlynch.bsky.social
was with
@left.eu
today to highlight the risks to workers.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
11 days ago
đ Congratulations to Yasmin Fahimi on her re-election as Chair of the DGB at its congress in Berlin this morning and best wishes to the whole leadership!
#DGB26
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
18 days ago
Esiste l'Unione europea per i lavoratori? Quali ricette per tutelare e garantire i posti di lavoro in piena crisi energetica? A "Caffè Europa" ospite Giulio Romani, componente della segreteria della Confederazione europea dei sindacati. Ascolta la trasmissione:
www.raiplaysound.it/audio/2026/0...
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Caffè Europa | Esiste lâUnione europea per i lavoratori? | Rai Radio 1 | RaiPlay Sound
Esiste lâUnione europea per i lavoratori? - Caffè Europa - Esiste l'Unione europea per i lavoratori? Quali ricette per tutelare e garantire i posti di lavoro in piena crisi energetica? A "Caffè Europa...
https://www.raiplaysound.it/audio/2026/05/Caffe-Europa-del-02052026-6b86ede3-7cf1-4dd7-90be-275572756025.html
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
17 days ago
đStop energy profiteering: workers cannot pay for a crisis they didnât create â ď¸Workers need is a full European response that protects jobs, incomes and living standards.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
18 days ago
Take 30 seconds to stand with young workers âł Tomorrow is the moment. â 𫵠EU Ministers decide if the scandal of unpaid traineeships is allowed to continue. đŠ Send them an e-mail to demand a ban:
action-europe.org/tell-eu-mini...
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Esther Lynch
The Trade Union Advisory Committee (TUAC)
17 days ago
@maryliseleon.cfdt.fr
@sophie.binet.cgt.fr
@paulnowaktuc.bsky.social
@estherlynch.bsky.social
@luctriangle.bsky.social
@econjohnny.bsky.social
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
18 days ago
đ´The average cost of rent is over 200 Euro more than the income of low paid workers in the majority of EU capitals "The disconnect between rent and pay is completely unsustainable" -
@estherlynch.bsky.social
đ°
www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
21 days ago
"Everywhere we turn now, we are confronted with the negative impact on people of the politics of isolationism. "That's why a day dedicated to the collective power of working people is needed as much now as ever before." đď¸
@estherlynch.bsky.social
in The Jacobin.
jacobin.com/2026/05/may-...
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May Day: An Answer to Rampant Individualism
Countless influencers and quack positive-thinking gurus tell us that success is all a matter of individual effort. International Workersâ Day reminds us that individuals are happiest when we have othe...
https://jacobin.com/2026/05/may-day-europe-unions-workers
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
22 days ago
Together, united, that's how we win. As we celebrate trade union advances, let's remember: Rights that once seemed impossible were won through workers organising. This is how we will overcome the challenges we face today and shape a better future. Happy International Workers' Day.
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Teresa Ribera
21 days ago
Happy International Workersâ Day. May 1st.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
28 days ago
Trade unionists from building & woodwork sectors came together in Krakow for
@efbww.bsky.social
's Mid-Term Conference. ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
brought the support of the whole trade union movement & determination to keep building towards our objectives.
#BuildingDemocracy
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
about 1 month ago
"Solidarity is how workers turn vulnerability into strength. Working together we will win a better future." ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
brought a message of solidarity on behalf of 45 million fellow trade unionists to the delegates
@force-ouvriere.bsky.social
's Congress today.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
about 1 month ago
EU data shows a âdramaticâ fall in spending in our shops, leading to fewer jobs and higher prices Now is the time to put more money in the pockets of working people â not hit them with higher interest rates đ°
www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...
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Esther Lynch
UNI Europa
about 1 month ago
As the European Commission prepares to reform the rules governing over 2 trillion euros in annual public procurement, UNI Europa brought together a coalition of unions, businesses, civil society and lawmakers for the first-ever Procurement Summit in Brussels today.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
about 1 month ago
Every job should be a quality job. Too many workers still face low pay, insecurity and no clear future. A project of hope:
@estherlynch.bsky.social
is with fellow trade union leaders in Barcelona to push for real plans, real delivery and a real say at work.
#GPM2026
#TradeUnions
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
about 1 month ago
âWe need real improvements that workers can feel now.â ETUC General Secretary Esther Lynch speaking just now at the Global Progressive Mobilisation in Barcelona. Quality jobs, fair pay, strong public services & a real say at work are essential to rebuild trust & deliver a future people believe in.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
about 2 months ago
ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
đ˘ âThere has been no better demonstration of the dangerously shortsighted nature of austerity policies than the cuts made to our fire services at a time when the risks of extreme weather events is rising due to climate change."
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
2 months ago
đ§đĽď¸ In a recent interview for ARTE TV our General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
explained our concerns about EU "28th Regime/EU Inc" proposal, notably replacing guaranteed wages or employment contracts with stock options.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
2 months ago
Investment is the solution to making Europe more competitive. This is the message ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
carried to EU leaders from
@pes.eu
this morning ahead of today's
#EUCO
.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
2 months ago
EU leaders gather today in Brussels to discuss how to make Europe more competitive. Across Europe, trade unions have been sending the same message: the solution lies in investment, not deregulation. A đ§ľ of what unions have been saying ahead of today's meeting of EU leaders ⤾ď¸
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Esther Lynch
EU Council Newsroom
2 months ago
Doorstep by
@estherlynch.bsky.social
, General Secretary of the European Trade Union Confederation
#ETUC
@etuc-ces.bsky.social
, at the Tripartite Social Summit
#TSS
taking place on 18 March 2026 in
#Brussels
.
newsroom.consilium.europa.eu/events/20260...
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Esther Lynch
Tom Jenkins
2 months ago
@etuc-ces.bsky.social
calls for EU inc plan proposal to be redrafted so that it matches
@ec.europa.eu
's stated intention not to damage employment rights, as promised. 'No return to doomed Bolkenstein' says GS
@estherlynch.bsky.social
www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...
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https://www.etuc.org/en/pressrelease/missing-guarantees-workers-rights-eu-inc-plan
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
2 months ago
âTrade unions will build the Europe of tomorrow. A Europe with strong democracy, fair wages, secure jobs, and dignity for every worker.â ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
addressed the SEK Congress in Nicosia, Cyprus today.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
3 months ago
ETUC General Secretary Esther Lynch
@estherlynch.bsky.social
đ˘ âWe cannot afford any hesitation in moving forward on real industrial policy. EU & national decision-makers must act with responsibility & put forward the
#IndustrialAcceleratorAct
to protect & create quality jobs without further delayâ
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Esther Lynch
Sharon Graham
3 months ago
The UK economy will not get the growth we were promised until we reverse our historic levels of underinvestment. We need to stop the rot and start delivering for everyday people.
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Bank of England must cut rates amid economic âdoom loop,â unions say
THE Bank of England must âgo further and fasterâ with rate cuts to help boost living standards, unions said today in light of marginal GDP growth.Ministers were also challenged on underinvestment as new official figures showed household incomes still being squeezed by a ârelentless cost-of-living crisis.âThe Office for National Statistics showed that gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.1 per cent in the fourth quarter â the same as in the previous three months.
https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/bank-england-must-cut-rates-amid-economic-doom-loop-unions-say
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Esther Lynch
Force Ouvrière
3 months ago
Atteinte au 1er Mai et au droit de grève : FO dÊnonce 2 propositions de loi Modificat° des règles sur le
#travail
le 1er Mai et restrict° du
#droitdegrève
dans les transports publics : 2 proposit° de loi conçoivent lâattaque des droits des travailleurs. >> www.force-ouvriere.fr/atteinte-au-...
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
3 months ago
đ° NEW OP-ED ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
sounds the alarm: Europeâs competitiveness debate is being hijacked by corporate lobbyists pushing deregulation. The answer to Europe's real challenges is instead a mission-led economy built on investment and quality jobs. đ§ľ
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EPSU
3 months ago
Planning a museum trip this weekend? Across Europe, some doors are closing - not because of art robberies or renovations, but because museum and culture staff are taking action for fair pay, safe staffing and decent working conditions. đ§ľThread đ
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Workers deserve their fair share. Increasing collective bargaining coverage raises wages and itâs not just social justice, itâs smart economics. Stronger pay means stronger internal demand. Our message to Europeâs Labour Ministers today: urgent to put the action plans in place to reach 80% coverage
3 months ago
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AntĂłnio Costa
4 months ago
The ETUCâs work defending the European social model is key to a more competitive, inclusive Europe. Good to meet with
@etuc-ces.bsky.social
General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
in view of our retreat on competitiveness and the single market on 12 February.
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Tom Jenkins
3 months ago
Interesting piece: Brusselsâ 28th regime proposals risk collapsing as member states reluctant to hand "the keys to large parts of their legal systems to Brusselsâ while
@etuc-ces.bsky.social
GS
@estherlynch.bsky.social
warns against âthe biggest loophole in historyâ
www.euractiv.com/news/rage-ag...
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
3 months ago
"A shadow economy within the single market has been allowed to grow," warns ETUC General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
@ec.europa.eu
must ensure the Quality Jobs Act tackles abuse in subcontracting and labour intermediation. đ⤾ď¸
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https://www.etuc.org/en/pressrelease/quality-jobs-act-must-tackle-abuse-subcontracting-and-labour-intermediation-following
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EFBWW
3 months ago
đŤđťWe are deconstructing some of the myths that are being used to create the idea that no change to the rules on subcontracting is necessary. Limiting subcontracting chains is necessary and urgent.âď¸ â°It's time to act!
#timetoact
#limitsubcontracting
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EFBWW
3 months ago
đ The European Parliament has adopted today its report calling for âan EU framework to tackle labour exploitation, including illegal work and abusive subcontracting and labour intermediationâ.
@effat.org
@etuc-ces.bsky.social
@etf-europe.bsky.social
#limitsubcontracting
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#stopexploitation
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European Federation of Building and Woodworkers
The EFBWW is the European Trade Union Federation grouping 76 national free trade unions from 31 countries with members in the Building, Building Materials, Wood, Furniture, Forestry and Allied sector...
https://www.efbww.eu/publications/press-releases/european-parliament-calls-for-european-legislation-to-tackle-exp/4865-a
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
3 months ago
EU leaders must listen to the needs of working people. General Secretary
@estherlynch.bsky.social
just met Enrico Letta ahead of his meeting with heads of governments at their retreat later today. Hereâs what is needed đ
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European Trade Unions
3 months ago
Europe needs to raise investment in workers & companies through a real industrial policy â not lower standards. âEurope is facing a real competitiveness challenge. But a genuine problem does not justify the wrong response,"
@estherlynch.bsky.social
told political and industry leaders today.
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
5 months ago
@paulnowaktuc.bsky.social
đ˘ "The TUC and European unions have long been calling for easier, fairer pathways for people to live, work, and study in each otherâs territories â with rights and standards safeguarded. This agreement helps realise that call."
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
5 months ago
@estherlynch.bsky.social
đ˘ "This is good news for workers, students and apprentices in the EU and the UK. New opportunities to skill up and learn from fellow workers will help deliver a stronger workforce.â
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
6 months ago
@estherlynch.bsky.social
đ˘ "Workers and their trade unions know what makes a job good or bad. "Now the important work starts in ensuring that we arrive at the solutions needed to genuinely fix those problems and ensure a quality job for every worker."
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Esther Lynch
European Trade Unions
6 months ago
Time for
@ec.europa.eu
to act for quality jobs. âWeâre on the road today to deliver solutions to decision makers that will genuinely restore dignity and respect to a rapidly changing world of work."
[email protected]
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European Trade Unions
6 months ago
Minimum Wages: Directive put beyond all doubt by todayâs ruling of the Court of Justice.
@estherlynch.bsky.social
đ˘ "this judgment confirms that the Minimum Wage Directive stands firm â the EU can and must act for fair wages."
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Time to rebuild the Social Contract, every job must be a quality job with wages you can live on and with right to collective bargaining recognised.
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7 months ago
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UNI Europa
7 months ago
Today, UNI Europa Professionals & Managers kicks off its three-day Conference in Venice, Italy.
@estherlynch.bsky.social
from
@etuc-ces.bsky.social
noted that they âare under much more pressure than in the past. Today, a university degree no longer guarantees a stable future.â
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Liz Shuler
7 months ago
Americaâs unions will be out in force today marching to protect our federal workers, our health care and our democracy. Together, we have the power to turn back the Trump administrationâs attacks on working people. Happy No Kings Day.
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