Voters approve new Ecuadorian constitution
27 October 2008
Voters overwhelmingly approved a new constitution on Sunday 28th
September that amongst other things ended labour sub-contracting in all
sectors of the economy in Ecuador and heralded other important reforms
to labour law.
The new constitution also includes reference to the idea of food
sovereignty - a
world first. Despite constant predictions of a close vote, nearly 64%
of the voters
approved and only 29% were against.
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International Solidarity for Nicaraguan Union Leader
8 September 2008
Abilio Castro, legal officer of ATC Chinandega rural workers'association, will recieve the hip replacement he desperately needs thanks to the incredible generosity of the London Region of the GMB. "This is an extraordinary act of solidarity along the supply chain between British and Latin American workers. GMB London Regional Secretary Ed Blissett and his colleagues met Abilio during a delegation visit to Latin America this year and are aware of the importance of Abilio's continued ability to work on behalf of his members in Nicaragua." commented Banana Link's National Coordinator, Jacqui Mackay.
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