Histadrut

Hospitals, clinics and family health centers: Nursing staff declare labor dispute

The Israeli Nurses Union has declared a labor dispute. The background: Claims of a low caregiver–to–patient ratio, cutbacks preventing manpower recruitment, and a severe shortage of hospital beds.

"Instead of strengthening those on the front lines of care, the state and employers continue to ignore the distress and growing burnout"
A comprehensive study by the Finance Ministry, the Histadrut, and the Joint examined the effects of transitioning to 40 weekly hours in the public sector

These are the big winners from the shortening of the workweek, and these are those who are harmed

 The Mor Institute.

Workers to receive 13.5% pay raise in new collective agreement

The Sail Tower before the missile strike

Sanctions at ILA Haifa: Public reception has been suspended


Thousands protest, airport to close, general strike called, demanding the return of hostages

Ben-Gurion Airport will close on Monday due to widespread strikes and protests demanding the return of hostages.

 Tens of thousands of protestors march behind the marchers carrying coffins representing the 6 hostages who were murdered at the end of last week, headed for Begin Street in Tel Aviv.

With an overwhelming majority, Meretz and Labor approve merge, becoming the Democrats

The Labor Party conference approved a merger with Meretz, strengthening Yair Golan’s control. Despite criticism, the agreement passed with an overwhelming majority.

 Yair Golan facing the crowd before his speech following the vote to merge Meretz and Labor parties

Labor federation head throws support behind hostage family march to Jerusalem

Protest organizations and the family members of hostages have been calling on Bar-David to call for a general strike that would shut down Israel's economy.

"Marching for a Deal - until they return, we are all hostages". Families of the hostages and supporters head for Jerusalem.

Hundreds of freelancers come together in event to mark partnership with Bank Hapoalim

According to the federation, the purpose of the partnership was to grant freelancers and small business guidance and various benefits without payment for two years. 

 Heads of Freelancers Forum, CEO of Bank Hapoalim, Histadrut labor federation, and Deputy CEO of Bank Hapoalim  at the event in April.

Israel's labor union head attacks Netanyahu, vows to protest against gov't

Bar-David also promised that the Histadrut would join protests and demonstrations against the current government, sparking concern over a potential strike across Israel's work sector.

 Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference at the Ministry of Defense, in Tel Aviv on January 18, 2024

Decline in safety violations on construction sites in 2023

More missiles and public involvement mean fewer accidents.

 Training at a construction site.

Health fund psychologists, private therapists to get government grants

The huge numbers of traumatized Israelis who were wounded, lost loved ones, homes, and businesses on October 7 need emotional support and therapy.

 People gather and light candles to remember the victims who were murdered by Hamas militants at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, October 17, 2023.

Doctors call for total labor, medical strike over judicial reform crisis

The White Coats organization called on doctors and the Histadrut to go on strike and shut down the economy should Netanyahu not obey the rulings of Israel's High Court.

 MED STUDENTS demonstrate in Tel Aviv in support of doctors, interns and residents who resigned in protest of 26-hour-shifts and heavy workload in hospitals, October 17, 2021

Herzog meets Netanyahu, Lapid, Gantz in compromise efforts

Likud rejects Histadrut compromise proposal on reasonableness bill; Gantz to Netanyahu – compromise bill will survive next Knesset.

 Benjamin Netanyahu (L) is seen having received the mandate to form a new government from Israeli President Isaac Herzog, at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, on November 13, 2022.

Israel's finance minister threatened businesses against joining protests - report

The allegations have ignited a heated debate about the integrity of the country's business and political landscape.

 Head of the Religious Zionist Party MK Bezalel Smotrich  gives a press statement at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on May 26, 2021.