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2024 Relocation Trends | Manufacturing

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Friday, March 29, 2024

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OMAHA, Neb., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NEI Global Relocation's latest whitepaper, " 2024 Relocation Trends | Manufacturing ," provides a compelling look into how innovative relocation strategies are crucial for the manufacturing sector's talent acquisition and retention efforts.

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OMAHA, Neb., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NEI Global Relocation's latest whitepaper, " 2024 Relocation Trends | Manufacturing ," provides a compelling look into how innovative relocation strategies are crucial for the manufacturing sector's talent acquisition and retention efforts.
This approach is distinct from broader industry trends, where companies are revising policies to adapt to market changes.
A company within the manufacturing sector that adopts a more robust and forward-thinking relocation policy not only differentiates itself but also has a golden opportunity to secure and retain the industry's best talent.
For a deeper dive into how these trends will shape the future of manufacturing talent mobility, the full whitepaper is available at neirelo.com.

DAV recognizes exceptional veterans advocates

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

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Washington, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV ( Disabled American Veterans ) announced the names of eight dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.

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Washington, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV ( Disabled American Veterans ) announced the names of eight dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.
Federal executives, senators, representatives, congressional staffers and other veterans advocates are eligible for this recognition, which spotlights commitment and excellence in service to veterans, their families and their survivors.
DAV greatly appreciates his staunch advocacy efforts for rural veterans, tribal veterans and veterans’ families, and it salutes his leadership during the 117th Congress on the Veterans’ Emergency Care Claims Parity Act.
Lourdes Tiglao, director, Center for Women Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, for her dedication and commitment to the women veterans community, which deserves our deepest gratitude and admiration.

New Approach to Urgent Care Expands to Make Healthcare More Accessible in Central New York

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

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SYRACUSE, N.Y., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drakos Clinical Dynamics, a pioneer in providing rapid, accessible healthcare innovation, is expanding its successful urgent care practice with a new location in Central New York. Drakos' mission is to provide innovative solutions that address problems impacting families, senior citizens aging-in-place, and underserved populations, all with the goal of making healthcare more accessible to everyone.

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Now, Drakos is expanding its successful urgent care practice with a new location in Central New York.
SYRACUSE, N.Y., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Drakos Clinical Dynamics, a pioneer in providing rapid, accessible healthcare innovation, is expanding its successful urgent care practice with a new location in Central New York.
Drakos' original urgent care facility opened in May 2023, dedicated to pediatric urgent care.
The new urgent care location extends this commitment by providing accessible and inclusive healthcare for patients of all ages.

Medicare Part D Premiums: National Average Premium Data Shows a 35% Increase for Plans with Comparable Benefits in 2024

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

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DANVERS, Mass., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthView Services' new Medicare Part D National Data Report for all 50 states and Washington, D.C. shows actual Medicare Part D premiums for comparable plans offered across the U.S. by three large providers rising by an average of 35% in 2024. The national premium increases underscore the trend of rising costs detailed in the firms' Part D Interim Data Report, which showed average increases in five states with the largest over-65 populations of 43%.

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The national premium increases underscore the trend of rising costs detailed in the firms' Part D Interim Data Report , which showed average increases in five states with the largest over-65 populations of 43%.
The new report finds high-end plans increasing at an average of 33%, mid-level plans at 37%, and basic plans increasing at the highest rate of 41%.
The data show average annual costs for high-end plans increasing by $289 a year, mid-level plans by $158 and basic plans by $83.
States with national average increases for high-end plans that are around one-third higher than 2023 include Pennsylvania, West Viginia, Utah, Ohio, and Kentucky.

Unifor members at Stellantis ratify new agreements

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Monday, November 6, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor auto members at Stellantis voted to ratify the Master Collective Agreement (covering the Windsor Assembly Plant, Brampton Assembly Plant and Etobicoke Casting Plant), along with agreements covering Unifor members working in the office, clerical and engineering unit, fire and security unit and PDC units in Mississauga and Red Deer.

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TORONTO, Nov. 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor auto members at Stellantis voted to ratify the Master Collective Agreement (covering the Windsor Assembly Plant, Brampton Assembly Plant and Etobicoke Casting Plant), along with agreements covering Unifor members working in the office, clerical and engineering unit, fire and security unit and PDC units in Mississauga and Red Deer.
"Unifor members at Stellantis will receive the same significant wage increases, pension improvements and electric vehicle (EV) transition income security measures as Unifor members at Ford and General Motors," said Unifor National President Lana Payne.
The three-year collective agreements cover approximately 8,200 Unifor members.
This contract needed to deliver in a big way that ensured none of our members were left behind," said Unifor Stellantis Master Bargaining Chair James Stewart.

Unifor and Stellantis reach tentative agreement

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Monday, October 30, 2023

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TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor has reached a tentative agreement with Stellantis, ending strike action at the company's Canadian facilities.

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TORONTO, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor has reached a tentative agreement with Stellantis, ending strike action at the company's Canadian facilities.
"This agreement will considerably improve the living standards of every Unifor member at Stellantis."
"Our members and our bargaining team stood firm in our resolve to reach a strong agreement that follows the union's core economic pattern and all of the issues specific to our individual Stellantis facilities," said Unifor Stellantis Master Bargaining Chair James Stewart.
The tentative agreement with Stellantis follows the pattern agreement the union reached with Ford Motor Company and General Motors.

Social Security Disability Beneficiaries To Get 3.2% Benefit Increase In 2024, Providing Vital Boost, Allsup Reports

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

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Belleville, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will bring a boost of 3.2% in benefits payments for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries in 2024, according to Allsup, the nation’s premier provider of Social Security disability representation and veterans disability appeals services.

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Belleville, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will bring a boost of 3.2% in benefits payments for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries in 2024, according to Allsup, the nation’s premier provider of Social Security disability representation and veterans disability appeals services.
This increase will result in an average $48.77 per month of additional cash benefits for SSDI recipients, effective January 2024, according to the Social Security Administration.
“This monthly increase is very important for beneficiaries to help offset the impact of rising prices and cost of inflation,” said Steve Perrigo, Allsup vice president.
“The COLA is essential for workers when applying for SSDI given the financial challenges that come with loss of income.

Unifor reaches tentative agreement with General Motors

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor and General Motors have reached a tentative agreement following strike action at Oshawa Assembly Plant, St. Catharines Powertrain Plant and Woodstock Parts Distribution Centre.

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TORONTO, Oct. 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor and General Motors have reached a tentative agreement following strike action at Oshawa Assembly Plant, St. Catharines Powertrain Plant and Woodstock Parts Distribution Centre.
The new tentative agreement covers almost 4,300 autoworkers at Unifor locals 222, 199 and 636.
Strike actions are on hold to allow the membership to vote on the tentative agreement.
The tentative agreement with General Motors follows the pattern agreement Unifor reached with Ford Motor Company last month.

The 4 Percent Raise is the “New Normal” According to Salary.com Trending Data

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

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For the third consecutive year, the results show most companies are planning a median raise of 4 percent across all employee categories, from hourly employees to executives.

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For the third consecutive year, the results show most companies are planning a median raise of 4 percent across all employee categories, from hourly employees to executives.
“For more than ten years the median raise was 3 percent but the 2022 bump to 4 percent has persisted,” said David Turetsky, vice president of compensation consulting at Salary.com.
“While the 4 percent raise remains intact, some of the larger salary increases in the 5 to 6 percent range may have peaked,” said Turetsky.
Meanwhile, Houston’s 2023 median salary increase was above average at 5 percent, likely a result of the energy industry's higher than average increases.

Unifor members ratify collective agreement with Ford Motor Company

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Sunday, September 24, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor members voted to ratify a new three-year collective agreement with Ford of Canada.

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TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - Unifor members voted to ratify a new three-year collective agreement with Ford of Canada.
"Our bargaining team showed exceptional leadership and successfully pushed Ford of Canada on every front," said Unifor National President Lana Payne.
The newly ratified three-year collective agreement covers more than 5,600 workers at Ford facilities in Canada.
Unifor Ford members voted 54% in favour of the new tentative agreement.