International Workers' Memorial Day, MPs and unions call for stronger safety protections

Every year more people are killed at work than in wars. Most don't die of mystery ailments, or in tragic "accidents". They die because an employer decided their safety just wasn't that important a priority. On International Workers Memorial Day, we commemorate those workers

Heat-related workplace deaths have risen by 42% in the EU since 2000 - the fastest increase anywhere in the world That's why on International Workers' Memorial Day we will call for a new EU heat law to ensure workers' rights keep up with the changing climate 📰 www.etuc.org/en/pressrele...

On Workers’ Memorial Day we pay tribute to the memory of those killed at work. GMB will always demand stronger laws, stronger regulators and stronger union rights to protect workers ✊ #IWMD26

No one should go to work and not come home. No family should have to endure that grief. On #WorkersMemorialDay, we remember the dead and commit to fight for the living. Our UK Labour Government is delivering the stronger rights and safer workplaces that every worker deserves.

On this International Workers Memorial Day we remember those who went to work and never got to go home again. We thank our trade unions for fighting for safer conditions at work. "Remember the dead; Fight like hell for the living." #JoinYourUnion.

Today, we honor Workers’ Memorial Day—remembering every worker who never made it home. We stand in solidarity and recommit to fighting for safer workplaces for all.

A song for April 28th the International Day for workers injured or killed on the job. I wrote this while interviewing miners and their families about the industrial illnesses in the mines and smelters. My grandfather's picture is one of those men in the video. www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pgI...

Personal experience taught me the real cost of failing to protect workers. On International Workers’ Memorial Day, we must turn remembrance into action and deliver stronger rights and protections. www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...

Did you know that 23% of European workers believe their safety or health is at risk because of their job❓️ On International Workers' Memorial Day #IWMD, we reflect on the risks workers continue to face today and the urgent need for action. 🧵👇

Today, on #InternationalWorkersMemorialDay, we commemorate nursing staff who have lost their lives while caring for others. Explore our resources on managing stress, and learn how your employer should be supporting you and your colleagues. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Qxby0I

International Workers’ Memorial Day ✊ Remember the dead, fight for the living. Strong laws, tough enforcement and safe workplaces. bsky.app/profile/labo...

On International Workers' Memorial Day, we remember those who lost their lives at work. Solidarity with trade unionists across the globe fighting for safer, more secure workplaces.

28-04-1984 CANADA: The Canadian Labour Congress establishes the first National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job. The idea of a Workers' Memorial Day is adopted by more than 100 countries around the world. www.wfhathewaylabourexhibitcentre.ca/labour-histo...

Today is International Workers’ Memorial Day. We remember the workers who never made it home, and we stand with the families and workmates they left behind. We honour them by fighting for safer workplaces, stronger rights, and a future where everyone gets home safe. #Safety #OHS #Workplace

Today is International Workers’ Memorial Day, a day to remember all of those who have sadly died at work. We must remember the dead, but fight for the living – by making sure this government delivers on their promise to review Health & Safety regulations. #IWMD