Seamen’s Union Seeks Withdrawal of Shipping Order

A union for sailors is upset about a new rule from the government about who can work on ships.

The rule says that sailors need certain certificates, but it doesn't accept certificates from some countries where many sailors get their training.

The union says this could cause many sailors to lose their jobs, make it harder for shipping companies, and close training schools.

The union is asking the government to change the rule and also wants help for sailors who are abandoned by their companies and a retirement plan for them.