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AI vs. Jobs: Aussie Dockers Demand Shorter Week
8 Jul
Summary
- Dock workers seek a 28-hour work week without pay reduction.
- Port operator DP World plans increased AI and automation.
- Workers fear job losses and risks to livelihoods from new tech.
Australian dock workers are pushing for a shortened 28-hour work week, insisting on maintaining their current pay levels. This demand arises as the major port operator, DP World, plans to increase the deployment of artificial intelligence and automated systems at its terminals nationwide.
The union representing the dock workers has expressed strong concerns, stating that the introduction of advanced technology should not come at the expense of jobs or workers' financial security. They are actively negotiating to protect their members' livelihoods amidst these technological shifts.
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