On the order of the Labour Inspection, the factory Aptiv decided to reintroduce the 8-hour shift, to replace the current 12-hour one, following talks with the Autonomous Metal Workers Union. The 8-hour working shift was introduced on 5 July and additional bonuses were provided. The president of the trade union said that around 900 out of 4,000 workers were currently on sick leave.
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