Labour Market
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Work and wage levels are obstacles to fathers’ leave
Despite more equal parental leave arrangements in the Nordic countries, it is still mothers who take the largest share of the leave.
5 minutes
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The case that opened Iceland’s eyes to the scale of workplace crime
“We work hard, pay our taxes, but are not treated like humans”. This anonymous note triggered a thorough investigation into labour market crime in Iceland and focused the minds of employers, unions and the government.
8 minutes
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A new route to Denmark for foreign workers
Danish companies have gained easier access to foreign labour, as long as they are paid collectively agreed wages. The social partners are delighted.
4 minutes
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The fight for a fair labour market
With the growing spread and complexity of labour market crime comes new challenges. This requires different agencies to coordinate their activities and refine their methods. There is also room for improvement in the procurement process.
8 minutes
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Can the Nordics find common solutions?
Is it possible to develop a joint Nordic model in the fight against labour market crime? Feel free to learn from Finland, says Natalia Ollus, director of HEUNI in Helsinki.
5 minutes
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Labour crime knows no borders
The Nordic region needs labour, but how do we make sure foreign workers are not being exploited? Key players have met in Helsinki to strengthen Nordic and Baltic cooperation against labour crime.
4 minutes
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When the labour market lets the weakest down
When something seems too good to be true, it usually is, as the Norwegian saying goes. Extremely good offers usually have a massive downside. Perhaps not for you, but for a labour immigrant.
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A new first aid kit for better mental health at work
Mental health issues are among the leading causes of sickness absence. The Nordic-Baltic project MentalHealthMatters has now launched a “first aid kit” filled with measures to improve employee well-being.
5 minutes
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Norway’s new Minister of Labour
Kjersti Stenseng from the Labour Party is Norway’s new Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion. The new government minister will be focusing on getting more young people into the labour market and facilitating a green transition in working life.
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10 years of platform work in Norway. What now?
A new action plan against social dumping and labour crime aims to give more protection to digital platform workers.
7 minutes