11% OF Israel’s Labor Force Not Currently Working Due to Iran War
Over 11% of Israel's workforce, approximately 490,000 people, are absent due to the Iran war, affecting arts, education, and commerce.
Ministry of Labor
Published estimate of the damage to the labor market in "Lion's Roar"
Israel's Ministry of Labor estimates 490,000 workers, or 11% of the workforce, are absent due to conflict, affecting key sectors.
Labor Minister Advances Legislative Amendments to Protect Workers During Emergencies
Labor Minister Yariv Levin is advancing legislative amendments to protect workers during emergencies, including expanded protections for evacuated employees.
Inspections Ordered for Medical Oxygen Tanks Due to Contamination Concerns
Israeli hospitals must inspect all medical oxygen tanks for contamination and consistency, following a refinery safety incident and Ministry of Health.
Order bans medical air equipment sales from Salam Yaakov & Sons
Israel's Ministry of Labor bans medical air equipment sales from Salam Yaakov & Sons, pending safety inspection, after a fatal refinery incident revealed gas.
Israel Speeds Up Time It Takes for New Immigrants to Get Certified in Architecture
Israel shortens architecture and engineering internship for new immigrants with 5+ years experience to just six months, facilitating faster integration.
New immigrant internships shortened
Israel slashes immigrant engineer and architect internships to 6 months for those with 5+ years of experience, easing professional integration.
AI in Construction Test Site Design Request
Israel's Ministry of Labor issues Request for Information to create an AI Regulatory Sandbox for construction, promoting worker safety and operational.
New Immigrant Professionals to Receive Licensing Even Before Arriving in Israel
New immigrants to Israel will receive professional licenses and job offers before arriving, boosting employment absorption. Over 100 licenses granted in France.