The European Mine,
Chemical and Energy Workers'
Federation
EMCEF represents 2.5 million
workers in 35 countries and
128 national trade unions. One otherorganisation has the status as
observer. EMCEF affiliatesrepresent both blue and white-collar
workers in a wide range of industrial areas including:
- Energy
- Mines
- Chemical
- Pharmaceutical
- Rubber
- Plastics
- Glass
- Pulp and Paper
Sectoral Committees deal with industrial,
technical and legal matters relevant for these industries.
On a cross-sectoral basis EMCEF also has
committees which deal with the issues of collective bargaining,
European Works Councils, industrial relations (including health and
safety and the environment) and social dialogue.
EMCEF Objectives
- Safeguard economic, social,
environmental and cultural interests.
- Enhance relations between affiliated
organisations.
- Promote contacts, relations and negotiations
with employers.
- Follow the European Treaties.
- Promote equal opportunities regardless of
gender, race or creed.
- Harmonise collective bargaining and industrial
relations policies.
- Provide relevant data, information and
services.
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