The Council of the Czech-Moravian Confederation of Trade Unions (ČMKOS) declares a strike alert in response to the upcoming amendment to the Labour Code, which includes, among others, a proposal allowing dismissal without giving a reason by the employer. According to the union confederation, this proposal represents an unprecedented threat to job security and a fundamental weakening of employee rights. ČMKOS warns that if the amendment is approved in its current form, they are prepared to escalate protest actions, including initiating preparations for a general strike.
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