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flag New Zealand union warns 90-day 'fire at will' trials spark protests, citing worker harm and calling for fairer employment.

flag The Public Service Association (PSA) is warning New Zealand employers that implementing 90-day “fire at will” trial periods in employment agreements will trigger public protests and sustained opposition. flag Speaking at a rally in Dunedin, PSA leaders condemned the practice as harmful to worker dignity and job security, urging employers to treat employees fairly from day one. flag Former bakery worker Jacqueline Atkinson shared her experience of being abruptly dismissed after a 90-day trial, highlighting the emotional and financial distress that followed. flag The union, representing over 95,000 public and community sector workers, insists such insecure practices undermine fair employment and vowed to publicly challenge any employer who adopts them. flag Support came from local politicians including Dunedin MP Francisco Hernandez and Green MP Mike Davidson, who backed calls for humane, stable work conditions.

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