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European wood and pulp industry economic instability

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Nordic sawmill industry faces closures amid market instability

The European wood and pulp industries are facing significant economic instability driven by rising raw material costs and structural market imbalances. In Austria, the pulp manufacturer Austrocel reported that sawdust p

Germany to reduce child sick leave entitlements in 2027

3 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Germany to reduce child sick pay entitlements in 2027

The German government, led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Health Minister Carsten Linnemann, is proceeding with plans to reduce paid child sick leave (Kinderkrankentage) starting January 1, 2027. The initiative aims to

Lithuanian pension system challenges and rule updates

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Lithuania updates old-age pension allocation rules

Lithuania is experiencing both administrative challenges and structural economic disparities regarding its pension system. Initially, reports emerged concerning delivery delays for elderly residents in Klaipėda following

Lithuanian fur farming ban implementation

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Lithuanian fur industry workers face job losses ahead of 2027 ban

Lithuania is facing significant economic and social challenges following the passage of an animal welfare law that mandates a total ban on fur farming by January 1, 2027. The Lithuanian Ministry of Agriculture has charac