Senate officials call for an end to mistreatment and termination of 700 employees at Canal 11; condemn neglection of fundamental worker rights
In the heart of Mexico City, a wave of discontent is sweeping through the halls of Canal 11, a public media channel. Over 70% of its workers are protesting, claiming a lack of basic rights such as social security, seniority, and job stability.
The workers' demands are far-reaching. They want an end to the simulation of contracts every six months, a practice that helps the channel avoid providing legal benefits. Unjustified dismissals and a reduction in salary in January 2025 have also been points of contention, affecting the economy of dozens of workers.
However, a search of available information reveals no documented investigations or reports on labor issues at Canal 11, such as non-payment, labor harassment, or unjustified terminations. This lack of information may indicate the need to consult local news sources, labour boards, or official statements from Canal 11 or workers' representatives.
The workers' complaints extend beyond contractual issues. They accuse Carlos Islas, in Legal Affairs, of threats towards those who question contracts and the use of the channel's resources for personal purposes. Héctor Sánchez, the director of Administration and Finance, is accused of misogyny, authoritarianism, and dismissals without cause. The workers also allege irregularities, abuses, and bad administrative practices under the direction of Renata Turrent Hegewisch.
Employee accusations against Carlos Islas also include the dismissal of 80% of the staff to make way for inexperienced lawyers. Gertz Manero, a representative, has stated that it is a moral, ethical, and legal obligation to defend the victims.
The workers, including journalists from Canal 11, are demanding justice. Their salaries are disguised as honoraria, while they deliver a large part of their lives to the channel. They do not receive social security, Christmas bonuses, or any benefits.
In a positive development, the Head of the Federal Executive has stated that there should be no problems with the payments for public media channels, including Canal 11. The Permanent Commission of the Congress of the Union is also analyzing a point of agreement presented by senators of the PRI, which urges the federal government to address the complaints of non-payment, labor harassment, and unjustified dismissal made by workers of Canal 11.
The Federal Prosecutor's Office (FGR) has announced that it will appeal the release of Israel Vallarta, a name not directly linked to the labor issues at Canal 11 in the provided information.
The workers of Canal 11, along with those from IMER, Radio Education, and Canal 22, have been protesting due to these labor issues. The future of these public media channels hangs in the balance, as the workers continue their fight for justice and reform.
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