In a great example to other industries and sectors in our globalised economy, this week the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) came into force. The MLC represents a binding international legal framework that will immediately cover 30 countries, with more countries adhering in future years. The MLC guarantees workers the right to a safe and secure workplace; fair terms of employment; decent living and working conditions; access to medical care, health protection and welfare; and to freedom of association. It is up to maritime unions all around the world to make sure this convention is adhered to.
In a great example to other industries and sectors in our globalised economy, this week the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) came into force. The MLC represents a binding international legal framework that will immediately cover 30 countries, with more countries adhering in future years. The MLC guarantees workers the right to a safe and secure workplace; fair terms of employment; decent living and working conditions; access to medical care, health protection and welfare; and to freedom of association. It is up to maritime unions all around the world to make sure this convention is adhered to.
