Up to 200-million could lose jobs in second quarter due to Covid-19
The International Labour Organisation says over 81% of the global workforce of 3.3-billion are now affected by full or partial workplace closures
08 April 2020 - 15:57
About 195-million full-time workers are expected to lose their jobs in the second quarter of 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has warned.
In a new report, the UN agency that sets global labour standards says huge losses are expected across the accommodation and food services sector, manufacturing, the retail and business sector and administrative activities. ..
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