Construction union UCATT have published the dossier they have submitted to the Government’s Inquiry into construction fatalities. The Inquiry chaired by Rita Donaghy is due to publish their findings by the end of April.
Construction union UCATT have published the dossier they have submitted to the Government’s Inquiry into construction fatalities. The Inquiry chaired by Rita Donaghy is due to publish their findings by the end of April.
New research shows that older carpenters who were heavily exposed to asbestos before they were 30 have a 1 in 10 chance of dying from mesothelioma or asbestos related lung cancer.
Construction union UCATT have welcomed today’s launch (Monday 2nd March) by the Daily Mirror of a major campaign on asbestos and have renewed their call for the Government to restore compensation to victims of pleural plaques.
Construction union UCATT have warned the Government that its plans to significantly increase the number of apprenticeships being offered in the construction industry are being undermined by the agency whose job it is to promote the scheme.
Construction union UCATT is warning Scottish councils, housing associations and Scottish Health Trusts that one of their contractors are exploiting its workforce through low pay.
A senior figure in the construction industry has revealed the true thinking of many employers about health and safety in the industry.
UCATT activists will be launching a leaflet and poster campaign outside Broomfield Hospital as concern grows that the workforce employed on building the new hospital are not receiving minimum pay and condition levels.
UCATT activists will be supporting a ceremonial release of doves to mark this year’s Mesothelioma Day, Friday 27th February.
UCATT have welcomed today’s Government announcement that there will be increased investment in ensuring that all homes will become energy efficient.
Construction union UCATT has scored a notable victory in its battle to prevent employment agencies paying workers below industry minimum levels. As a result 24 local construction workers have all received major pay rises.