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France's top CEOs earn 130 times more than their employees, says Oxfam

Anti-poverty charity Oxfam has called for a new law to combat the "indecent" gap between the salaries of France's highest-paid company executives and their staff, after its annual report revealed disparities were growing and an increasing number of people are living on the minimum wage.

Radio France Internationale · May 2, 2024

P&O Ferries seafarers told they will benefit from new French pay rules

Rivals had feared P&O could challenge legislation closing loopholes that allowed low wages

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2024

Google Removes Minimum Wage And Benefits Requirements For Suppliers

Google's decision to remove minimum wage and benefits requirements for suppliers sparks industry discussions.

Minneapolis Is About To Kill Ride-Sharing

Chasing Seattle's shadow, Minneapolis' new ride-share wage law threatens to derail the gig economy.

Reason · Apr 13, 2024

Dispelling the Stereotypes About California’s Low-Wage Workers

Contrary to common beliefs, many Californians in low-wage jobs are in the later stages of their work lives. They also play a crucial role in taking care of the state’s aging population.

Capital & Main · Apr 11, 2024

California fast-food workers’ minimum wage win stirs up old economic debate

Business groups claim hard-fought $20 hourly wage victory will cause reduced hours, layoffs and price hikes – critics say otherwise

The Guardian - US · Apr 6, 2024

Californians clash over minimum wage law

AB 1228 went into effect on April 1, much to the dismay of business owners and Republican critics

Salon · Apr 6, 2024

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Economist Michael Reich on Why California Fast-Food Wages Can Rise Without Job Losses and Higher Prices

A tight labor market and local minimum wages that are already close to the new $20 minimum are among the reasons.

Capital & Main · Apr 5, 2024

Impact Of California's Minimum Wage Increase On School Cafeterias

California's new minimum wage impacts school food service recruitment and retention amidst increased demand for meals.

No, the New Minimum Wage Won’t Wreck the Fast Food Industry or the Economy

Studies have repeatedly shown wage increases bring few job cuts and boost local economies.

Capital & Main · Apr 4, 2024

What A $20 Minimum Wage Will Do To California's Fast Food Industry And Poverty Problem

A $20 minimum wage that went into effect this week will squeeze the California fast-food industry, but it won't solve the poverty problem of the country's most populous state.

International Business Times · Apr 4, 2024

The doomsters were wrong about the minimum wage. They’re wrong about Labour’s new deal for workers, too

This is a policy that could make a radical difference – as long as it’s not watered down like the green prosperity plan, says the Guardian’s economics editor Larry Elliott

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2024

How Much Does Joe Biden Earn Compared to Latin American Presidents? Here's the Ranking

Uruguay's president has the highest salary in the region, but it's still a little over half of what Biden earns every month as head of state

Latin Times · Apr 4, 2024

Is California’s Minimum Wage Increase a Way to Collect More Taxes?

The California minimum wage increase for fast food workers could boost paychecks — and the state’s budget.

Kiplinger · Apr 3, 2024

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Kiplinger · Apr 2, 2024

Minimum Wage Is Now $20 an Hour for California Fast Food Workers

The new minimum wage for fast food workers in California took effect on April 1.

The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2024

Business wants pay rises for Australia’s lowest paid workers limited to 2% – but what about executives?

Average pay of top bosses has increased from 17 times average earnings in early 90s to about 55 times now. What about those on minimum wage?

International Business Times · Apr 1, 2024

California Fast Food Workers Get $20 Hourly Minimum

The minimum wage for many fast food workers in California rose to $20 per hour on Monday, sparking joy for employees but warnings of likely price increases in the state which already faces a high cost of living.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2024

Rise in UK minimum wage leaves millions short of real living wage

Lowest-paid will be £1,000 short of the figure paid by some employers to reflect actual household costs

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WEKU · Apr 1, 2024

Half a million California workers will get $20 minimum wage, starting today

It's a big win for cooks, cashiers and other fast-food employees, among the least paid in the workforce. Restaurant owners and franchisees warn of higher prices and cuts to workers' hours.

Latin Times · Apr 1, 2024

Starting Monday, Fast Food Workers In California To Get Minimum Wage Of $20 Per Hour

The law was passed by Democrats in the state Legislature last year, acknowledging the considerable number of the over 500,000 fast-food workers.

Al Jazeera · Apr 1, 2024

The UK’s new minimum wage ‘badly needed’ but many calling for more

UK’s new legal minimum wage gets a 9.8 percent rise, the highest boost since 2001. But with inflation, it’s not enough.

Latin Times · Mar 31, 2024

California Fast Food Workers to See $20 Minimum Wage Take Effect Monday

The measure is a result of a law passed last year by Democrats in the state Legislature

International Business Times · Mar 31, 2024

Starting Monday, Fast Food Workers In California To Get Minimum Wage Of $20 Per Hour

The law was passed by Democrats in the state Legislature last year, acknowledging the considerable number of the over 500,000 fast-food workers.

California Fast Food Workers To Receive Minimum Wage

California's new law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to /hr, balancing industry concerns and worker needs.

AAP · Mar 30, 2024

Wage review should consider tax cuts: retail bosses

The retail sector wants the workplace umpire to be more conservative as it considers the size of the next annual pay rise for millions of low-paid workers.

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