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ARTICLE · 12 MAY 2023

Celebrating International Labour Day

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On 1 May, people in over 90 countries commemorate International Labour Day to celebrate the efforts and contributions of workers across all industries and sectors.

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On 1 May, people in over 90 countries commemorate International Labour Day to celebrate the efforts and contributions of workers across all industries and sectors. In the last few years, multiple crises, including the pandemic, cost-of-living challenges and energy shortages, coupled with the consequences of the war in Ukraine, have had a profound impact on employees worldwide. We take a look at the origins of International Labour Day, whilst reflecting on the many challenges faced by workers today.

Background

International Labour Day is a globally celebrated holiday, the origins of which can be traced back to the Haymarket Affair in Chicago in 1886 when striking union workers clashed with police whilst advocating for an eight-hour workday. The first International Socialist Congress in Paris officially recognized International Workers' Day in 1889. Since then, this day has become a rallying point for the labour movement, a symbol of solidarity among workers

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