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Worker protections in the UK compared to the rest of the OECD

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Coronavirus - Guidance for unions

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

Coronavirus - Guidance for unions

TUC Congress 2024

The 156th annual TUC Congress was held 8-11 September 2024, Brighton.

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Congress 2024 speeches

Key speeches from TUC Congress 2024, 8-11 September

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Reports and documents

TUC featured reports and documents for Congress 2024.

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Watch recordings from Congress and our special features

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General Council Report 2024

This report contains details of the work undertaken by the General Council during the past year, 2023-2024.

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2024 Congress Awards winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Congress Awards! These dedicated and inspiring individuals embody the values of the trade union movement.

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Mark Dickinson becomes the new TUC President

The General Secretary of Nautilus International has been elected as the new President of the TUC at the union body’s annual conference in Brighton.

Strengthening our organising efforts and representation of BME trade unionists

When it comes to BME workers, trade union organising is about more than just numbers - it requires fostering strong inclusive cultures where BME activists feel that they belong, have a voice and take collective action in their trade unions. By launching BME activist development programmes, GMB and Usdaw are doing exactly that.

Riz Hussain - 10 Sep 2024

Unions are leading the change for equality, making it a central focus in collective bargaining

The 2024 TUC Equality Audit reveals unions are making progress in the fight for equality, but it also highlights that the battle is far from over.

Alice Arkwright - 09 Sep 2024

2024 Congress Awards winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Congress Awards! These dedicated and inspiring individuals embody the values of the trade union movement.

Exhibitors list - Congress 2024

Take a look at our Congress 2024 exhibitors.

Programme of business and fringe events - Congress 2024

Information about the daily plenary sessions and fringe events.

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