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invites workers and other readers to contribute to this regular feature. Protests in Khartoum, Sudan, as government and International Monetary Fund step up attacks Mass protests took place in the Sudanese capital Khartoum on June 30, against high inflation and the removal of fuel subsidies, which are increasing food prices and causing further cuts in living standards. Inflation hit 341 percent in March. Fuel will increase from around 35 cents to nearly 70 cents per litre, and the price of diesel will more than double. On June 29, the International Monetary Fund approved a $2.5bn loan, with st...

Under the collective bargaining agreement, the GMB union will represent Uber's 70,000 drivers in the UK in a move which could pave the way for a 'fairer working life' for millions of workers.

Uber made a major deal with one of the largest unions in the UK, the first time the Silicon Valley company has recognized the unity of its drivers any

Uber and GMB sign “landmark” collective bargaining agreement with no ability to negotiate on earnings, attracting criticism from smaller unions that it lacks teeth.

It’s the first time a gig economy outfit has formally recognised a workers’ union Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER) has agreed an historic deal with the GMB trade union, which will now be able to represent up to 70,000 drivers across the UK. It’s the first time a gig economy outfit has formally recognised a workers’ union, allowing for collective bargaining. Drivers will retain the freedom to choose if, when and where they drive while also having the choice to be represented by GMB. Uber and GMB will work together on key topics such as national earnings, pension, benefits, safety mea...