Union TV released a new educational video dedicated to the history and meaning of May Day and the continuing struggle for labour rights. In the video, LI Legal Director George Sandul explores the origins of May 1, addressing common myths and misconceptions surrounding the holiday. He explains how the events connected to the workers’ protests […]
The newest Union TV episode featuring Labour Initiative lawyers Kateryna Shvets and Alina Antonenko is dedicated to the labour rights and guarantees available to service members returning from Russian captivity. The lawyers explain that despite the growing number of people affected by captivity during the war, many legal aspects related to employment, reintegration, and social […]
In the latest episode of Union TV, Labour Initiative lawyers Kateryna Shvets and Alina Antonenko discuss one of the most legally complex and sensitive issues caused by the war — the labour rights of civilians returning from Russian captivity. For a long time, the legal status and labour protections of civilian captives remained a legislative […]
In the new episode of Union TV, LI legal director George Sandul discusses a pressing concern for workers in Ukraine: whether employees face disciplinary action if they arrive late after nights of shelling and transport disruptions. The current legislation stipulates that an employee may be dismissed for truancy if they are absent from the workplace […]
Union TV has released a new video explaining the updated rules on non-discriminatory job postings, which come into force in May 2025. Starting from this date, the State Service for Food Safety and Consumer Protection will monitor vacancy announcements and may fine employers 80,000 UAH for discriminatory requirements — such as “men only,” “under 35,” or any […]
Union TV has released a new video for internally displaced persons who were forced to leave their homes and jobs due to the war. If an employee cannot personally submit a resignation letter, Ukrainian legislation allows them to terminate their employment contract through the employment center. The video explains: This information is essential for those […]
A new video on Union TV explores workplace mobbing — systematic bullying or psychological pressure directed at an employee. If your supervisor ignores you, colleagues leave you out of meetings, or bonuses and leave become inaccessible, these may be warning signs of mobbing, which is prohibited by Ukrainian law. The video explains: This is a […]
Union TV has released a new video explaining the updated procedure for suspending collective agreements during martial law. The President has signed Law No. 13388, which significantly restricts employers’ ability to suspend collective agreement provisions unilaterally. Previously, employers often misused this mechanism, suspending obligations without the consent of employees or trade unions. Under the new […]
Union TV has released a new video explaining the updated rules for suspending an employment contract in 2025. Alina Antonenko, a lawyer at Labor Initiatives NGO, clarifies how the suspension mechanism works under martial law and what responsibilities both the employer and employee have. In the video, you will learn: This video is essential for […]
Union TV has released a new video explaining the rights of parents entitled to additional social leave for children. Alina Antonenko, a lawyer at Labor Initiatives NGO, clarifies when this type of leave can be granted, what conditions must be met, and which documents employees should provide. The video covers: Viewers will learn how to […]
