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Rosa Pavanelli elected to lead Public Services International

28 November 2012

Italian trade unionist Rosa Pavanelli has been elected as the new leader of the global union federation Public Services International, representing 20 million public service workers in 150 countries. Pavanelli says her vision is founded on “giving PSI new energy, and standing up for justice, solidarity, equality, a fairer and more sustainable world.”

The leadership vote took place during PSI’s 29th World Congress in Durban, South Africa (27-30 November 2012). Danish trade unionist Peter Waldorff had sought re-election as general secretary following one term in office.

Corruption and public services - Summary

26 Nov 2012

Corruption is a poison that destroys people’s faith in public institutions, governments, and democracy itself.

PSI’s 29th World Congress in Durban, South Africa, 27-30 November 2012

Date: 
23 November, 2012 to 30 November, 2012

As part of its World Congress events, PSI is holding a series of pre-congress meetings on key issues.

Ireland: Alliance to defend public ownership of water

09 November 2012

Irish trade union representatives have formed an alliance to defend public ownership of water services in Ireland.