U.S. Department of Labor,update

 

February’s jobs report exceeded expectations, with 678,000 jobs added and the unemployment rate dropping to 3.8%.  U.S. Department of Labor March 4, 2022 Strong job gains and lower unemployment rate February’s jobs report exceeded expectations: A total of 678,000 jobs were added to the economy, and the unemployment rate fell to 3.8%. Job growth was widespread, with notable gains in leisure and hospitality, professional and business services, health care, and construction. The economy has averaged a monthly gain of 582,000 jobs added over the past three months. Read the BLS report Read a statement from Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh State of the Union highlights historic economic growth and a path toward more good jobs for America’s workers In his State of the Union address, President Biden outlined his plans to continue building on the highest growth rate in nearly 40 years – including boosting American manufacturing, lowering costs for families, and empowering workers to organize and collectively bargain. See some of the ways we’re supporting this effort and helping connect America’s workers with family-sustaining jobs. Our grants and apprenticeship advocacy efforts help connect workers to jobs in manufacturing and other rewarding industries. In February, we committed to supporting worker organizing and collective bargaining in a new report from the White House Task Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment. We’re bolstering America’s supply chains through the 90-day Trucking Apprenticeship Challenge. Secretary Walsh and Vice President Harris on building talent and investing in workers In North Carolina this week, Secretary Walsh and Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the administration's historic workforce investments and what that means for America’s workers and families. Secretary Walsh announced the Strengthening Community Colleges grant program, a $45 million investment that will help community colleges provide skills training to connect working people to good, local, in-demand jobs. Read tweets from the trip. Funding opportunities will help improve labor conditions, workplace safety and health, and skills development We're offering millions of dollars in funding including: $12 million to help support labor law reform in Mexico $3.2 million for training and education to help identify and prevent work-related infectious diseases $45 million to help people in marginalized and underrepresented populations overcome barriers to access career and technical education programs Take time, save lives We saw an increase in mine fatalities and injuries in the past year, many of which could have been prevented with proper training and attention to tasks. Interested in our grants? Start here. Our grants connect, protect, train, support and empower workers and job seekers at home and abroad. Watch agency experts share what you need to know about our grants, and how to apply. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Workers Owed Wages Our updated Workers Owed Wages search tool can help connect workers with back wages recovered by the Wage and Hour Division. Hazard penalties After an employee’s fatal fall through an unprotected skylight, a Long Island contractor – and serial violator – faces $1.2 million in penalties for 9 willful safety violations. Equity grants We’ve awarded more than $20 million to help promote equitable access to state unemployment insurance systems. Trucking apprenticeships Secretary Walsh and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announced a partnership with the American Trucking Associations to join the 90-Day Trucking Apprenticeship Challenge. Suit filed We’ve filed suit to recover losses and hold an employee benefit plan’s fiduciaries accountable for more than $2.8 million after finding they allowed the misappropriation of fund assets. Whistleblower protection A private aviation provider must pay $958,000 in back wages and associated costs and correct misinformation about a former employee who faced retaliation after reporting safety issues. U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20210 www.dol.gov | 1-866-4USADOL (1-866-487-2365) This email was sent to politikimx@gmail.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: United States Department of Labor · 200 Constitution Ave NW · Washington, DC 20210 · 1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365)

Ukraine: Council unanimously introduces temporary protection for persons fleeing the war

 

The Council today adopted unanimously an implementing decision introducing temporary protection due to the mass influx of persons fleeing Ukraine as … Press material Friday 4 March 2022   ● Council of the EU   04/03/2022 16:16 | Press release | Ukraine: Council unanimously introduces temporary protection for persons fleeing the war   The Council today adopted unanimously an implementing decision introducing temporary protection due to the mass influx of persons fleeing Ukraine as a consequence of the war. Temporary protection is an emergency mechanism which can be applied in cases of mass influx of persons and which aims to provide an immediate and collective (i.e. without the need for the examination of individual applications) protection to displaced persons who are not in a position to return to their country of origin. The objective is to alleviate pressure on national asylum systems and to allow displaced persons to enjoy harmonised rights across the EU. These rights include residence, access to the labour market and housing, medical assistance, and access to education for children. Once adopted, the decision will activate temporary protection for an initial period of one year. That period may be extended automatically by six monthly periods for a maximum of one year. The Commission may propose to the Council to extend the temporary protection up to one more year. It may also propose to end the temporary protection if the situation in Ukraine is such as to permit safe and durable return. Ukrainian nationals, as well as third country nationals or stateless persons benefiting from international protection in Ukraine and their family members will benefit from temporary protection if they resided in Ukraine before or on 24 February 2022. For third country nationals residing in Ukraine before or on 24 February with a permanent residence permit and who cannot safely return to their country member states shall apply either temporary protection or adequate protection under their national law. Member states may also apply this decision to other persons, including any third country nationals residing legally in Ukraine and who are unable to safely return to their country of origin, as well as Ukrainians who fled not long before 24 February or who found themselves in EU territory just before that date, for example for holiday or work purposes. As part of this decision, the Commission will coordinate cooperation and exchange of information among member states, in particular in relation to monitoring reception capacities and identifying any need for additional support. EU agencies, including Frontex, the EU asylum agency and Europol can provide further operational support at the request of member states. Background On 24 February 2022, Russian armed forces launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine. As a result, substantial areas of Ukrainian territory now constitute areas of armed conflict from which thousands of persons are fleeing. On that same day, the European Council condemned Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified military aggression against Ukraine in the strongest possible terms and demanded Russia’s full respect for Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence. The EU has shown, and will continue to show, its resolute support for Ukraine and its citizens. At their extraordinary meeting on 27 February, home affairs ministers discussed the possibility of establishing an appropriate temporary protection mechanism for the reception of persons seeking refuge in the EU. On 2 March, the Commission proposed activating the mechanism provided for by the 2001 directive on temporary protection.

Ενωση Εισαγγελέων ΕλλαδοΣ: Συγκρότηση Διοικητικού Συμβουλίου

 Αριθμ. Πρωτ.:32-4/3/2022

 

Ενωση Εισαγγελέων ΕλλαδοΣ

 

ΑΝΑΚΟΙΝΩΣΗ

   Συγκρότηση Διοικητικού Συμβουλίου

 

      Κατά την πρώτη συνεδρίασή του, την 4-3-2022,  ημέρα Παρασκευή, το νέο Διοικητικό Συμβούλιο της ΄Ένωσης Εισαγγελέων Ελλάδος εξέλεξε το Προεδρείο του και συγκροτήθηκε, σε σώμα, ως εξής:

ΠΡΟΕΔΡΟΣ:  Ευάγγελος Μπακέλας, Εισαγγελέας Εφετών,

ΑΝΤΙΠΡΟΕΔΡΟΣ: Αμαλία Μπακαλώνη, Αντεισαγγελέας Εφετών, 

ΓΕΝ. ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΑΣ: Ιωάννης Σέβης, Εισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών,

ΑΝΑΠΛΗΡΩΤΗΣ ΓΕΝ. ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΕΑΣ: Σοφία Διπλοΐδου, Αντεισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών,  

ΤΑΜΙΑΣ: Αντώνιος Ματθιουδάκης, Αντεισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών,  

ΜΕΛΗ: Σπυρίδων Παππάς, Αντεισαγγελέας Εφετών, Κυριακή Κλιάμπα, Εισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών, Αντώνιος Κασάπης, Εισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών, Δελλήβεης-Δομένικος Θεολόγος, Αντεισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών,  

   Το Διοικητικό Συμβούλιο εκφράζει τις θερμές ευχαριστίες του προς όλους τους συναδέλφους, για την μεγάλη συμμετοχή τους στις αρχαιρεσίες (για την ανάδειξη του νέου Δ.Σ.) της 13/27-2-2022, που αποδεικνύει, έμπρακτα, την ενότητα και τη σύμπνοια των μελών της Ένωσης.

   Τα μέλη του Δ.Σ. της Ένωσης, από πλευράς τους, συναισθανόμενα την ευθύνη, που συνεπάγεται η εκλογή τους, προτίθενται να αναλάβουν κάθε πρωτοβουλία, προς την κατεύθυνση:

- της ενίσχυσης του δικαιοδοτικού και θεσμικού ρόλου του Εισαγγελέα στη σύγχρονη κοινωνία,

- της επιστημονικής και ποιοτικής αναβάθμισης της εργασίας του Εισαγγελέα στην απονομή της Δικαιοσύνης,

- της βέλτιστης προβολής και διεκδίκησης των αιτημάτων του Εισαγγελικού κλάδου στο πλαίσιο των επιταγών του Συντάγματος,

- της συσπείρωσης των μελών και της συμμετοχής τους στις δραστηριότητες της Ένωσης,

- της αναβάθμισης της κτιριακής και υλικοτεχνικής υποδομής των Εισαγγελιών και της κάλυψης των κενών οργανικών θέσεων των δικαστικών υπαλλήλων.

 

Για το Διοικητικό Συμβούλιο της Ένωσης Εισαγγελέων Ελλάδος

              Ο Πρόεδρος                                     Ο Γεν. Γραμματέας

          Ευάγγελος Μπακέλας                              Ιωάννης Σέβης

              Εισαγγελέας Εφετών                       Εισαγγελέας Πρωτοδικών

ΚΥΡΙΑΚΟΥ ΜΗΤΣΟΤΑΚΗ,ΠΡΩΘΥΠΟΥΡΓΟΥ ΤΩΝ ΕΛΛΗΝΩΝ,πρόσφατη δραστηριότητα

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IMF,interesting update

 

In the new issue of Finance & Development, contributors examine how fiscal policy can be retooled for the post-pandemic world.

Dear maria, We just published a new blog—please find the full text below.  Rethinking Fiscal Policy and Debt for a Post-Pandemic World (ART: PETER REYNOLDS) By Gita Bhatt Dear Readers, Nearly a century ago, Joseph Schumpeter wrote, “The spirit of a people, its cultural level, its social structure…all this and more is written in its fiscal history…. The public finances are one of the best starting points for an investigation of society.” The innovative fiscal responses to the pandemic’s economic fallout bear him out. The power and agility of fiscal policy were far beyond what was previously thought possible. Governments channeled cash directly to households and businesses to save jobs and livelihoods. As the IMF’s Vitor Gaspar notes, these actions demonstrated government’s “special role in protecting the vulnerable when things go wrong.” But now, the bill is coming due. Governments face the tricky task of reducing unprecedented debt to more sustainable levels while ensuring continued support for health systems and the most vulnerable. In this issue of Finance & Development, contributors examine how fiscal policy can be retooled for the post-pandemic world to deliver public value and a balanced economy for all. But we still have to keep an eye on debt. “When does the level of debt become unsafe?” asks Olivier Blanchard. He rejects simple fiscal rules and says policymakers must consider tough questions on the interplay of such variables as the outlook for interest rates, economic growth, and political stability. For Arminio Fraga, the old numerical thresholds for debt and deficits only made sense in an era of unusually low interest rates that can’t be counted on to last. Still, new fiscal rules are needed, he argues. Amid the post-pandemic inflationary spurt, Ricardo Reis warns that price stability matters more than ever if debts are to stay sustainable. Debt transparency is essential. In emerging market and developing economies, ever vulnerable to debt crises and rising interest rates, Ceyla Pazarbasioglu and Carmen M. Reinhart urge governments to make a complete accounting of hidden debts, both public and private, to sustain growth and avoid the risk of default. Social questions matter, too. Emmanuel Saez defends the need for an expansive welfare state. Paolo Mauro argues that policymakers can muster broader support if they consider the full range of moral perspectives on public finance. Other contributors reflect on fiscal balancing acts to address inequality—including through progressive taxes and spending aimed at universal access to health and education—and support the green transition. How are some countries using fiscal policy to meet a changing world head on? Case studies from Belize, Colombia, and Ghana showcase efforts to align fiscal policies with efforts to limit climate change, increase tax transparency, and harness digitalization for more effective revenue collection. And as our “In the Trenches” interview with Cina Lawson, minister of digital economy and transformation in West Africa’s Togo shows, even small, developing nations are surpassing advanced economies when it comes to innovative fiscal policies to help people in need. Policymakers face myriad uncertainties, including rapid changes in the geopolitical environment, and difficult trade-offs. They must prepare to adjust priorities to create economies that are fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable. After all, how a society manages its fiscal affairs decides the fate of the nation and the well-being of its people. Gita Bhatt Editor-in-chief, Finance & Development Jeff Kearns Managing Editor IMF Blog jkearns@IMF.org   Thank you again for your interest in IMF Blog. Read more of our latest content here. Take good care! As conflict in Europe riles world markets, governments face the tricky task of reducing debt to sustainable levels. Dear maria, The pandemic underscored the importance of good fiscal policy in saving lives and livelihoods. Now, as renewed conflict in Europe and rising geopolitical risks rile world markets, governments face the tricky task of reducing debts to more sustainable levels. In our March 2022 issue of F&D Magazine we focus on rethinking fiscal. In response to the pandemic, fiscal policy has taken on a key role in macro-economic stabilization. It's also raised questions about debt sustainability, the importance of tax revenue and new ways of thinking about public finance management. "How a society manages its fiscal affairs decides the fate of the nation and the well-being of its people,"  writes F&D editor-in-chief Gita Bhatt. The cover art for this issue, created by artist Peter Reynolds, features a money tree losing leaves as a storm approaches, symbolizing the need for government spending in times of crisis. In this issue, a lineup of accomplished authors provide insight and analysis on some of the biggest issues policymakers face when it comes to fiscal policy ranging from debt to institutional frameworks to taxation. In addition, we have complementary podcasts, videos, and other multimedia elements to stimulate your thinking. FEATURED ARTICLES: A Fine Balancing Act | Vitor Gaspar Deciding When Debt Becomes Unsafe | Olivier Blanchard Shining a Light on Debt | Ceyla Pazarbasioglu and Carmen M. Reinhart A Call for New Fiscal Rules | Arminio Fraga Steady Prices, Sustainable Debt | Ricardo Reis Fiscal Institutions and the Pandemic | Felipe Larrain Bascuñan Understanding the Social State | Emmanuel Saez Taxing for a New Social Contract | Alex Cobham The Education Pandemic | Yamini Aiyar Meeting the Future | Analisa R. Bala, Adam Behsudi, and Nicholas Owen Adding Ethics to Public Finance | Paolo Mauro Tackling Inequality on All Fronts | David Amaglobeli and Celine Thevenot Mapping the Unknown | Ian Ball, John Crompton, and Dag Detter Currency Revolution | Interview with Eswar Prasad Also in this issue: Prakash profiles the University of Chicago's Marianne Bertrand for our People in Economics series. Togo's minister of digital economy and transformation, Cina Lawson, explains in our In the Trenches interview series how her country has harnessed technology to deliver fiscal policy. Our Picture This series, led by Andrew Stanley, provides the big picture on global inequalities. Ruud de Mooij and Arthur Swistak provide a run down on value-added taxes in our Back to Basic series. Finally, in our Currency Notes series Melinda Weir writes how Mexico is featuring literature and butterflies on its banknotes. We also review three new books: Career & Family: Women's Century-Long Journey Toward Equity by Claudia Goldin The Global Currency Power of the US Dollar by Anthony Elson Harry White and the American Creed: How a Federal Bureaucrat Created the Modern Global Economy (and Failed to Get the Credit) by James M. Boughton. Nick Owen Senior Editor F&D Magazine nowen@IMF.org

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with..

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte

March 3, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario

Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, about Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine’s sovereign territory.

Prime Minister Trudeau strongly condemned the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. The leaders stressed that Russia’s actions threaten peace and order in Europe and around the world as well as cherished democratic values. They condemned these actions as blatant violations of international law.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Rutte recognized the heroic efforts and sacrifices of the Ukrainian armed forces and people. They committed to pursuing efforts to mobilize the international community in support of Ukraine’s cause and explored options to further structure these efforts.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Rutte agreed to meet soon and to continue coordinating efforts to impose severe costs on Russia.
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Canada’s response to the crisis in Ukraine
Canada announces additional measures to support Ukraine
Canada to refer the situation in Ukraine to International Criminal Court


Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’entretient avec le premier ministre des Pays-Bas, Mark Rutte
Le 3 mars 2022
Ottawa (Ontario)



Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’est entretenu avec le premier ministre des Pays-Bas, Mark Rutte, au sujet de l’invasion illégale du territoire souverain de l’Ukraine par la Russie.

Le premier ministre Trudeau a fermement condamné l’agression militaire à grande échelle de la Russie contre l’intégrité territoriale, la souveraineté et l’indépendance de l’Ukraine. Les dirigeants ont souligné que les actions de la Russie menacent la paix et l’ordre en Europe et dans le monde ainsi que les valeurs démocratiques que nous chérissons. Ils ont condamné ces actions en tant que violations flagrantes du droit international.

Le premier ministre Trudeau et le premier ministre Rutte ont salué les efforts héroïques et les sacrifices des forces armées et du peuple ukrainiens. Ils se sont engagés à poursuivre les efforts visant à mobiliser le soutien de la communauté internationale à la cause de l’Ukraine et ont exploré des possibilités de structurer davantage ces efforts.

Le premier ministre Trudeau et le premier ministre Rutte ont convenu de se rencontrer prochainement et de continuer à coordonner les efforts visant à imposer de lourdes conséquences à la Russie.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
March 3, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario



Tonight, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to discuss the fire and damages at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine caused by Russian attacks.

President Zelenskyy expressed deep concern with the potential for devastating consequences for the health and safety of Ukrainians and all Europeans without an immediate cease-fire at and around the nuclear plant. Prime Minister Trudeau called on Russia to immediately end all military activities in the area, and committed to continue engaging with our partners and allies.

The two leaders discussed ways in which Canada could continue to support Ukraine in the immediate future. Prime Minister Trudeau commended the Ukrainian people’s resolve in the face of this ongoing illegal and unjustifiable invasion.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy


Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau s’entretient avec le président de l’Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Le 3 mars 2022
Ottawa (Ontario)



Ce soir, le premier ministre Justin Trudeau et la vice-première ministre Chrystia Freeland se sont entretenus avec le président de l’Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, au sujet de l’incendie et des dommages survenus à la centrale nucléaire de Zaporizhzhia, en Ukraine, en raison d’attaques menées par la Russie.

Le président Zelenskyy s’est dit très préoccupé par les conséquences potentiellement dévastatrices pour la santé et la sécurité des Ukrainiens et de la population européenne tout entière en l’absence d’un cessez-le-feu immédiat à la centrale nucléaire et dans ses environs. Le premier ministre Trudeau a exhorté la Russie à mettre fin immédiatement à ses activités militaires dans la région et s’est engagé à continuer de travailler de concert avec nos partenaires et alliés.

Les deux dirigeants ont discuté des mesures que le Canada pourrait prendre pour continuer de soutenir l’Ukraine dans un avenir immédiat. Le premier ministre Trudeau a salué la détermination du peuple ukrainien face à cette invasion illégale et injustifiable.
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New Canada Digital Adoption Program to help small businesses thrive in the digital economy

March 3, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario

Small businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy and the heart of our communities across the country. As small businesses adapt to the digital economy and the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada is working to help them continue to grow, thrive, and create good jobs.

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the launch of the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP), to help Canadian small- and medium-sized businesses grow their online presence and upgrade or adopt digital technologies. This investment, which will provide $4 billion over four years, will support up to 160,000 small businesses and create good middle-class jobs across the country, including thousands of jobs for young Canadians.

ΝΕΑ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ ενημέρωση

Αθήνα, 4 Μαρτίου 2022     Αύριο, Σάββατο 5 Μαρτίου, στις 09:00 στα κεντρικά γραφεία της Νέας Δημοκρατίας (Πειραιώς 62, Μοσχάτο) θα ολοκληρωθεί το πρώτο μέρος της αποστολής της ανθρωπιστικής βοήθειας για τους κατοίκους της Ουκρανίας, που συγκεντρώνεται τις τελευταίες ημέρες σε συνεργασία με τον Ελληνικό Ερυθρό Σταυρό.