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Trade union freedom on trial in Turkey
For at least a decade, the Erdoğan regime in Turkey has been clamping down on democratic freedoms and workers’ rights.
Workers unite to resist farcical economic policy
Once more workers must face not only being poorer but also a brutal recession as economic policy degenerates into farce.
Forget cheese, fashion and football - France is leading the way in affordable energy
The French have recently shown a new skill - keeping energy bills low. Forget all the things you'd usually associate France with, this year it’s all about ensuring working people can afford to run their homes.
Standing up for ourselves - Our OCS dispute story
Domestic worker Joanne Thompson gives her experience of the industrial action taken by her and her colleagues at The Harbour in Blackpool recently.
Cost of summer childcare is “pushing families to the edge"
We need the government to give an urgent cash boost to the childcare sector, and in the long term deliver a proper plan for universal, flexible, high quality, affordable childcare for everyone who needs it, when they need it.
As workers face new attacks on their rights - a 20-year-old case shows how unions can win
Union members’ rights are under ferocious attack by bad employers like P&O Ferries and by a government intent on hindering workers’ ability to demand better pay and conditions.
Is it too hot to work?
With temperatures set to rocket to highs of 32°C in parts of the UK this week the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a heat-health alert.
How to build inclusive construction – some lessons from Hinkley Point C
When we talk about the jobs of the future, it seems obvious that these should be good jobs that are open to all. But what does this mean in practice?
LGBT staff need more support
TUC calls for more support for LGBT staff on the first day of the union body's annual LGBT+ conference.
“If you don’t fight you will always lose”
New Wales TUC President, Brendan Kelly, tells us about his priorities for the year ahead and why he’ll be marching in London on 18 June.
The time is now - why you should join us on Saturday
Now is the time to stand up for what we believe in. If you’ve had enough of this rotten government, and if you’re fed up with everything going up but wages, then join us in London this Saturday.
Ministers should seek to resolve strikes, not bring in strike-breakers
The proposal to allow employers to bring in agency workers to fill in for striking workers, is a shameful outcome for a government that only a few years ago promised to “protect and enhance” workers’ rights.
Egypt can't deliver a just transition at COP27 while workers' rights are on the line
As Egypt prepares to take over the COP27 presidency and countries gather for the Bonn Climate Conference, trade unions are calling for Egypt to end its repression of workers, trade unions and activists.
Employers MUST carry out individual risk assessments for pregnant workers and new mothers
Thanks to union advice and organising the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has updated its guidance making it clear that employers must carry out individual risk assessments for pregnant workers and new mothers.
A stronger social partnership
The Social Partnership and Public Procurement Bill has been published today, opening a new chapter in the relationship between unions, government and employers.
Cynnig Cymraeg: Why we’re committed to communicating bilingually
Our Bilingual Communications Officer explains why we’re pleased to be launching our Cynnig Cymraeg (Welsh Offer).
Making your point with creative placards. What will you bring to We Demand Better?
Photographer Jess Hurd shows some of her favourite examples of creativity in placards from demonstrations she has reported on.
Creative activists protest the cost of living crisis
A group of activist designers have been tackling the cost of living crisis ahead of the June 18 march.
Let's get the workforce organised and get ready to transition into renewables.
RMT members fight to secure decent work for divers working in the renewables industry.
Only good, well-paid work is a route out of poverty
Work should be a route out of poverty. But, especially under this government, it isn’t.
Structural racism and the future for race equality
In recent months, the Runnymede Trust has been sounding the alarm about the situation facing Britain’s Black and ethnic minority communities.
What makes a good job?
If I asked you what you like about your job, I hope you’d be able to come up with a few things. But if I asked you what you don’t like about your job, would that be a longer list?
Families across the country are facing a profound cost of living crisis – it’s time to take action
Rocketing fuel and energy bills, forecasts of double-digit inflation, and rising interest rates mean misery for many families. And unless there is urgent action from Government, the situation is only going to get worse.
Government's solutions don't go far enough
The government's solutions to the cost of living crisis fall short of what is needed.
Reaching out – combating loneliness when working from home
This week is Mental Health Awareness week and the theme this year is loneliness. Loneliness is a serious issue for people working from home on a regular basis, and it can have a significant impact on wellbeing if not addressed.
Using our collective power to secure good mental health
The relationship between instability and poor mental health are underlined in a landmark research exercise released today by Equity for Mental Health Awareness Week.
UK-US summit in Aberdeen: trade talks must involve workers and support the Good Friday agreement
UK and US unions have jointly urged the International Trade Secretary in Aberdeen to involve unions in trade talks
Workers with Long Covid need support
Long Covid is a key issue for working age people and our key workers, but the government and employers are still not taking this issue seriously.
International Workers' Day, from TUC South West
May Day is unique among the holidays as it commemorates the actions and legacies of ordinary people as a collective. Indeed, much of history’s progress was fought for and won by ordinary people rather than the elite. For those who aspire to change the course of the future, May Day is your day.