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A union that keeps making LGBT+ history

It's LGBT History Month, so there's no better time to explore UNISON's contribution to the struggle for equality The article A union that keeps making LGBT+ history first appeared on the UNISON...

RMT strike action on Bakerloo Line goes ahead from lunchtime

RMT strike action on Bakerloo Line goes ahead from lunchtime as LU and Mayor ignore union stress warnings

Hywel Dda University Health Board signs TUC’s Dying to Work Charter

TUC Dying to Work Charter protects rights at work for those facing a terminal illness. Campaign began in 2016 following Derbyshire sales manager losing her job after cancer diagnosis. Over 1 million...

Government must ban zero-hours contracts, says TUC

Commenting on figures published today (Tuesday) by the ONS which show a record 974,000 people in employment on a “zero-hour contract” in their main job – representing a record 3.0% of all people in...

Below target inflation is a sign the economy needs a boost from the budget, says TUC

Low inflation indicates ongoing weakness in our economy - a budget boost is needed.

Council cleaners celebrate after seeing off outsourcing threat

UNISON campaigning sees Middlesbrough council drop privatisation plan The article Council cleaners celebrate after seeing off outsourcing threat first appeared on the UNISON National site.

Unionlearn promotes Quick Reads at the Day-Mer Festival

Unionlearn promotes Quick Reads at the Day-Mer Festival TUC London, Eastern and South East (LESE) and unionlearn have been regular attendants and contributors to the annual Day-Mer...

BAFWU show you are never too old to have a Quick Read

BAFWU show you are never too old to have a Quick Read The Learning Services Team at the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union always ensure that there is an easily accessible supply of...

Making the best out of Quick Reads

Making the best out of Quick Reads Keith Hatch Thu, 02/20/2020 - 07:37 Unionlearn today publishes a new guide which helps union learning reps (ULRs) make the best use of Quick Reads. ...