MOSCOW — Workers and activists marked May Day on Tuesday with rallies to demand their government address labour issues. International Workers’ Day is a public holiday in many countries, though activities are restricted in some places, sometimes leading to confrontations. The government has asked political parties and trade unions not to hold rallies on May 1. Usually, Sri Lankan political parties and trade unions celebrate the International Workers’ Day with colorful parades and giant rallies to showcase their political and organizational strength. The government said it will mark International Workers’ Day on May 7.

Source: National Post May 01, 2018 05:03 UTC