This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed, or are being discussed, in parliament, court decisions, and other labor issues in Japan that are of interest to activists.
In this bulletin:
- “Definitely problematic” after 40 years without change: Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare reconsiders criteria for “worker” status
- About 55,000 Los Angeles County employees on strike… Demanding improved working conditions due to federal funding cuts by the Trump administration
- Parents of a second-year researcher who committed suicide to sue manufacturer for compensation
- “Kansai Ready-Mixed Concrete” union member’s acquittal confirmed “I’m relieved” – Prosecutors abandon appeal – 20 people acquitted in series of trials
- Foreign workers – Unpaid wages and allowances during company-initiated standby – Company ordered to make improvements
- Welfare applications increase for the second consecutive month, up 3.6% in February
- Constitutional Democratic Party proposes “Everyone a regular employee” employment and wage increase policy – “Rebuilding social and employment structures” through the enactment of a Basic Labour Law
and more!