Histadrut

Although about 9 months remain until the elections, the struggle for the leadership of the labor organization has already begun. Against the backdrop of assessments regarding the contenders, the police investigation into the incumbent chairman and potential developments in the national political arena are also at play.

After decades, the Ministry of Defense is changing its compensation system: employees will receive fixed salary increases, excellence bonuses, and new incentives, with some of the additions also being recognized for pension purposes.

The new agreement introduces fixed salary additions recognized for pension purposes, non-absence incentives, and excellence grants for eligible staff. The Ministry of Defense Director General stated that the ministry is transitioning to a stable and modern model, replacing fragile premiums with solid, pension-protected salary components.

About 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport during September, with a forecast of about 100,000 people per day at the airport ahead of Rosh Hashanah. The Israel Airports Authority management, the workers' committee, and the Histadrut have agreed to accelerate the recruitment process for employees to avoid a repeat of the scenes seen two weeks ago.

The severe disruptions at Israel's main entry and exit gate lead to a demand for deep structural change: these are the steps that will introduce private competition and prevent the workers' committee from holding an entire country hostage.

Good news for hundreds of public sector employees who will receive permanent salary increases, an upgrade to their per diem and subsistence conditions, and a special retroactive compensation for the past years.

A new collective agreement signed today at the Israel Nature and Parks Authority includes a signing bonus, a permanent salary increase, recognition of professional seniority, and additional benefits for approximately 2,200 employees.

An extension order signed two weeks ago updates the value of a recuperation day for private sector employees from 418 to 481 shekels. The Histadrut clarifies to "Ha-Yom": an employer who has already paid the old rate will transfer the difference this month. Civil servants already received the update in June. The average addition per employee will be slightly more than 300 shekels gross.

An extension order signed last week increases convalescence pay for private sector employees by 8%. Those who have already received their 2026 payment may be entitled to a retroactive adjustment.

The conflict between First International Bank management and its subsidiary technology company, Mataf, is escalating over a dispute regarding work-from-home policies. The Histadrut union has warned of a potential general strike.

The National Labor Court rejected the appeal of the Dfus Offset Emmanuel company and upheld an unprecedented compensation of half a million shekels for violating the right to organize, as a deterrent.

A driver for the Derech Egged company was attacked while working in Gush Dan and was evacuated to the hospital with stab wounds. The Public Transport Drivers Organization warned: in the last month alone, there has been an increase of more than 12% in violence against drivers.

A new collective agreement has been signed, significantly upgrading employment conditions for 2,000 bus drivers at Kavim. The deal includes special monthly bonuses, increased welfare budgets, and salary hikes totaling thousands of shekels.

Data from the Arlozorov-Yesodot Institute, a research body within the Histadrut, show that the reduction of customs duties on tuna was successful and lowered prices. However, this did not prevent it from publishing an opposite conclusion in the competing newspaper Calcalist. This is how the method of analytical bodies that try to fight opening the market to competition works - even when the...

A new collective agreement has been signed for approximately 300 employees of the Biblical Zoo and the Israel Aquarium in Jerusalem, featuring a 17% average salary increase, a signing bonus of up to 2,000 shekels, and enhanced social benefits.

The Histadrut and the workers' committee are threatening to declare an official labor dispute at Assaf Harofeh Hospital, which will lead to severe disruptions in essential departments and surgical units due to a breakdown in negotiations with management.

The Histadrut and the AIG Israel workers' committee have declared a labor dispute over the implementation of an AI-based voice agent. Employees fear mass layoffs, as over 550 staff members could be replaced by the new technology.

The Histadrut and Arkia management have signed a collective agreement for aircraft maintenance staff, securing salary increases and expanded social benefits through the end of 2028.

Two new collective agreements signed today with employees of Hot Mobile and Ta'abura Yamit Ashdod include salary increases, improved rights, and regulation of working conditions. At Hot Mobile, employees will receive an average annual salary increase of 3%, along with a series of additional benefits.

The Histadrut and the management of Ashdod Marine Traffic have signed a new collective agreement. The deal includes salary increases and adapts work processes to accommodate new giant vessels.

The AIG Israel workers' committee has declared a labor dispute citing disagreements over a collective agreement and concerns that AI implementation will lead to job cuts.

Histadrut Chairman Arnon Bar-David had been in a long-standing conflict with MAHAR union chair Alexandra Krushinski and decided to remove her from her position.

The veteran consumer reporter conducted her final broadcast on Keshet 12, burst into tears following an especially moving surprise from her family in the studio, and is now embarking on a new and surprising professional path.

The Histadrut and the management of Tambord have signed a four-year collective agreement granting approximately 70 employees a 14.5% salary increase, alongside improved welfare benefits and food allowances.

A new four-year collective agreement has been signed for approximately 300 employees at the Strauss dairy plant in the Bar-Lev industrial park. The deal includes a 4% annual salary increase, a 1,000 NIS signing bonus, subsidized couple vacations, and individual pay adjustments.

Democrats party candidate Yaya Fink transferred hundreds of thousands of shekels from Histadrut funds to HaHalutz movement associations. Members of the movement, who hold senior positions in the party, actively promoted Fink on the party list.

Employees of the pharmaceutical manufacturer Rafa are on strike, demanding bonuses for their role in the company's IPO and value growth. Workers have rejected management's offer of a one-time 2,000 shekel payment.

Recordings and documents obtained by Israel Hayom indicate that MAHAR union chair Alexandra Krushinski ignored sexual harassment complaints and pressured the complainants.

Following the management's decision to reassign IT staff to branches and alter remote work policies, the workers' committee has announced an escalation of industrial action. Measures include freezing activity in the Jira task management system and halting all non-essential corporate communication.

The removal of the MAHAR union chair initiated by Histadrut chairman Arnon Bar-David is expected to be approved tomorrow, but the labor court has decided to suspend the implementation of the decision until a hearing on the legality of the move this coming Thursday.

After announcing her departure from Channel 12 News: Maayan Parti has been appointed as the spokesperson for the Histadrut • She will begin her role on September 1st • Parti, who was the consumer affairs reporter for Channel 12, will step into the shoes of Yaniv Levi, who served as the head of the public relations department and requested to end his tenure.

The Histadrut has demanded that Arkia owners, the Nakash brothers, ensure that any sale of the airline includes a condition to continue flights on Shabbat. The union fears that a deal with Haredi investors could jeopardize the company's financial stability.

The current Histadrut chairman was arrested in 2025 along with dozens of others in the 'Hand Washes Hand' affair, released, and returned to the Histadrut. Two days ago, Channel 14 reported that Yaya Fink, a senior Histadrut official, transferred millions of shekels to non-profits whose heads helped him in the 'Democrats' primaries; no investigation will be opened.

First publication: About two weeks after tax inspectors were violently attacked, the Tax Authority has accepted employee demands that operations in Bnei Brak and other high-risk localities will only proceed with prior coordination and police escort. The Tax Authority Director stated: "We will not tolerate any harm to employees while they are performing their duties."

A new collective agreement signed between the Histadrut, the Center for Local Government, and the Forum of the Three Largest Cities includes wage increases for various roles, a doubling of management supplements, and bonuses of thousands of shekels. Some payments will be made retroactively.

You celebrated too early: the Minister of Labor has not yet signed the extension order, and upcoming convalescence pay will be paid at the old rate. When will you see the increase, what are you entitled to based on seniority, and which measure from the previous two years has been completely canceled? We set the record straight.

The Histadrut and the Ministry of Finance have signed a six-year collective agreement for Israel Fire and Rescue Services employees. The deal includes salary increases of thousands of shekels, bonuses, improved retirement terms, and disability insurance coverage.

Although the Tax Authority announced a renewal of activity in the city a week and a half ago, the Histadrut reiterated that employees will not return to the field. The chairman of the State Employees Union warned the Tax Authority director: "We will not hesitate to use all means until a safe and protected work environment is ensured."

Negotiations for a collective agreement have reached an impasse following the board of directors' demand to reduce existing employee rights. The Histadrut is warning of potential service disruptions starting today.

Yesterday (Sunday), we revealed that a senior member of the Democrats party, one of the big winners in the Labor party primaries, Yaya Fink, transferred hundreds of thousands of shekels on behalf of the Histadrut to associations identified with his own party. As part of his work as head of the Histadrut's Division for Social Justice and Gender Equality, Fink transferred a quarter of a million...

The Union of Social Workers at the Histadrut has declared a labor dispute in local government, affecting approximately 7,400 employees. The union claims that the implementation of the Social Services for People with Disabilities Law has added significant burdens without sufficient additional staff, leading to burnout.

A new collective agreement signed between the Histadrut and SAP management covers 800 employees, ensuring enhanced retirement conditions, remote work regulations, and a 4.5% increase in welfare budgets.

Following prolonged confrontations, Histadrut Chairman Arnon Bar-David announced the dismissal of Alexandra Krushinski, chair of the MAHAR union for academics in social and human sciences, citing management failures and crises of trust. Krushinski condemned the move as a violation of the members' democratic right to choose their representatives.