The decision by some UK supermarkets to ration fresh produce has gained a lot of attention. But discussion about the rights of workers who pick this produce, in Spain and Morocco, is long overdue. Jasmine Owens UK supermarkets are currently experiencing shortages of fresh fruit and vegetables, from […]
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The possible return of a forbidden activity
The law that turned El Salvador into the first country in the world to prohibit metal mining is threatened by supposed attempts to reinstate this practice. Those who want to reverse the rule disdain the social battles that cost the lives of those who got this activity banned. Luis […]
To dollarise or de-dollarise: that is the question
Right-wing governments will “de-dollarise” with the business elites in mind, ensuring that they win – at great cost to the majority of the population. According to experts, de‑dollarisation could worsen living and working conditions for the Latin American population. Juan J. Paz-y-Miño Cepeda The dollar’s hegemony has long […]
Smoking out exploitation in the tobacco industry
The tobacco industry is one of the most exploitative agricultural industries: only 6% of the wealth generated goes to farm workers, who often suffer from agricultural chemicals, poor accommodation, as well as economic exploitation. Trade unions need to innovate to deal with vested interests and corrupt lawmakers.
Migrants in supermarket supply chains face “horrific” conditions
Fruit and vegetable farms in Spain are routinely breaking eight out of nine basic workers’ rights. Abuses include refusal of legal wages, forced labour, sexual assault and intimidation. Jasmine Owens An Ethical Consumer report is calling on UK supermarkets to take immediate steps to protect the rights of […]
















