TUC backs campaign of non-compliance with new anti-strike laws
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has agreed to adopt an approach of non-compliance with new anti-strike laws. This will see the trade union movement go head to head with the…
New research shows violence and abuse towards teachers is on the rise
A new report from the teachers' union NASUWT has found that the overwhelmingly majority of teachers say verbal and physical abuse from pupils has increased significantly in the last 12…
Government must tackle rising safety issues in prisons, union says
A trade union representing prison staff has called for the government to 'get a grip' on safety in British prisons. The Community union has made the call after a stabbing…
Strike dates: Kirklees College staff to walk out for four days
Staff at Kirklees College will strike for four days beginning on Monday 11 September in a long running dispute over low pay. The workers, represented by the University and College…
Daniel Khalife: Trade union slams underinvestment in prison security and staffing
A trade union representing prison staff has said Daniel Khalife's recent escape should be a 'wake-up call' for ministers on funding of the justice system. Community - which represents some…
Strike dates: Whitehall staff to walk out in pay dispute
Three major Whitehall departments are set to be hit with a staff walk out this week. Cleaning, security and support staff working for the outsourced contractor will take strike action…
400 former Debenhams staff to receive over £800k after tribunal victory
400 former staff at Debenhams are set to receive around £860,000 between them after winning an employment tribunal. Debenhams went into administration in 2020 and closed its stores after 242…
Major stars back trade union scheme to improve sustainability in film and TV
Over 100 actors have pledged their support to a sustainability campaign launched by the trade union Equity. Equity represents actors and other creative workers and has issued a statement in…
Labour membership decline blamed on factionalism and shift to the right
The Labour Party lost over 25,000 members in 2022, new figures have shown. The latest numbers are part of a wider trend since Keir Starmer took over as Labour leader,…
FBU welcomes Health and Safety Executive investigation into breathing apparatus policy
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has welcomed moves by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to investigate a new Breathing Apparatus policy in the Fire and Rescue Service, which it…