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About unions

When a group of workers act and speak together, their employer has to listen. That’s how unions make things better at work.

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Why join a union?

Find out why joining a union can make things better for you at work.

Workers

Find a union for you

More than 6 million people are in a union, isn’t it time you joined a union?

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How do unions work?

Unions work within and beyond the workplace. Find out more.

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How the TUC works with unions

Unions gain strength by acting together through the TUC

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Why I joined a union - Sophie's story

It’s important to know the union has got your back.

Latest News - Wales

New WULF projects launched to support workplace learning in Wales

New WULF projects launched to support workplace learning in Wales

Working and looking after others - new survey

Do you look after someone else alongside your paid employment? We recognise how difficult that can be. Many employers don't and this isn't helpful when you're juggling work and looking after someone.

Welsh workers put in £692 million worth of unpaid overtime during the last year - Wales TUC analysis

Welsh workers put in £692 million worth of unpaid overtime during the last year - Wales TUC analysis • Today is ‘Work Your Proper Hours Day’ when workers are encouraged to finish on time

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