Category Archives: Claimants and unpaid

[en] 280 people occupy building in Bologna

Posted on 2014/12/04 by Struggles in Italy

A large building in Bologna, immediately in front of the Municipality’s offices, has just been occupied by 280 people. Many have been living on the streets or in the train station after losing their jobs and homes during the crisis. … Continue reading →

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[en] An ordinary day in the Italian crisis: workers’ protests in Rome, Sardinia and Naples

Posted on 2012/09/11 by Struggles in Italy

It’s been an ordinary day in a country where unemployment has risen to 10,7% and is growing faster than in the rest of EU. On September 8th, Alcoa workers came to Rome, to get a solution for the “impossible case” … Continue reading →

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[en] Resume of Italian News 1-10 february

Posted on 2012/02/10 by Struggles in Italy

The reform of Italian labour market is the top priority of Monti’s Government. The key themes of the current political debate are the improvement of job flexibility and the controversial reform of the article 18 of workers’ law, to dismiss … Continue reading →

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[en] Little victory for Omsa workers

Posted on 2012/02/07 by Struggles in Italy

On the 31st of January, the national boycott campaign against Golden Lady products has reached its peak producing a first important result for Omsa workers in Faenza. During an official meeting with local and national institutions, Golden Lady declared its … Continue reading →

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[en] Omsa workers call to boycott

Posted on 2012/01/16 by Struggles in Italy

In 60 days, in Faenza, North of Italy, 239 Omsa workers will lose their jobs and their redundancy payments. One of the most important Italian textile productive centers will eventually terminate its activities. Omsa is one of the most important … Continue reading →

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[en] Fincantieri boatyard workers on protest in Sestri Ponente

Posted on 2011/12/31 by Struggles in Italy

When attracked at the harbour of the small post-industrial town of Savona, Costa ships dominate all the landscape. Capable of hosting thousands passangers, they look like floating Las Vegas, white and brighting dream cities that will cross the seas to … Continue reading →

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