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A plan to get Britain growing out of the crisis – and stop mass unemployment.

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This guide is for union reps - understanding coronavirus and workplace issues, employer negotiations and how best protect the workforce

Coronavirus - Guidance for unions

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3.6 million in insecure work

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All carers need a right to paid leave

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Support not sanctions needed to help people back into work

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It’s getting hot in here - getting organised for safer, cooler working conditions

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The government is ignoring the childcare crisis and its costing women their jobs.

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The forthcoming Employment Bill provides a vital opportunity to put in place measures to ensure that decent work becomes widespread and that practices like zero hours contracts are left in the past.

08 Aug 2020
Report

Joint statement in response to rape and sexual assault allegations made against a Conservative MP

Given the seriousness of the allegations we’re calling on Parliament to suspend the MP arrested on suspicion of rape, pending a full investigation. The House of Commons should be no different from any other workplace. Safety and the safeguarding of staff must be paramount.

04 Aug 2020
News

Far more needed to protect the UK against mass unemployment

The chancellor's statement on jobs doesn't go far enough to avoid mass unemployment.

Geoff Tily - 08 Jul 2020
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