Doruk Mining Workers Plan New Protests Over Unpaid Wages

Workers from Doruk Mining, who are members of the Independent Mining Workers Union, have decided to resume protests following a lack of payment for their wages and insurance premiums during a period of mandatory unpaid leave. Previously, these workers marched from Mihalıçcık in Eskişehir to Ankara in search of justice and compensation for their lost earnings. The union's leadership announced that they will once again gather to voice their grievances against the company, which has not complied with a decision made by Ministry of Labor inspectors regarding obligatory payments. The Ministry of Labor's inspectors had ruled that the unpaid wages and insurance premiums accrued during the compulsory leave must be paid. However, the workers are frustrated, as Yıldızlar SSS Holding, the parent company of Doruk Mining, has not made any payments despite this directive. This ongoing situation has left the employees feeling neglected and has prompted them to take action once more. In a statement, the workers expressed their determination to fight for their rights and announced plans for a public demonstration in front of the company’s headquarters on Monday. They aim to draw attention to their plight and pressure the management into releasing the owed funds. The Independent Mining Workers Union has consistently supported the workers in their struggle for fair treatment and compensation, indicating that this situation will not be overlooked. As the protests loom, the workers remain hopeful that their voices will be heard and that the company will finally take responsibility for its obligations. The situation at Doruk Mining has highlighted broader issues within the mining sector regarding labor rights and corporate accountability, raising questions about how such matters are handled in the industry. The upcoming demonstration is expected to attract significant attention and support from labor rights advocates across the region.