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It is no surprise people want change, the government must deliver it.
There is no doubting the local elections saw a challenging night for the government – especially here in the North East.
AI Inequalities: Age
TUC Cymru is concerned about the risks facing all workers from Artificial Intelligence (AI). We wanted to know more about the risks it poses for specific groups of workers.
Therefore, we commissioned Prof Lina Dencik from the Data Justice Lab to produce a report on AI Inequalities at Work. Here she writes about AI’s impact on younger and older workers.
International Workers’ Day is not a heritage event, it is a call to action
Six reasons why May Day, also known as International Worker's Day, is an important day in the trade union calendar.
AI Inequalities: Women
TUC Cymru is concerned about the risks facing all workers from Artificial Intelligence (AI). We wanted to know more about the risks it poses for specific groups of workers. Therefore, we commissioned Prof Lina Dencik from the Data Justice Lab to produce a report on AI Inequalities at Work. Here she writes about AI’s impact on women workers.
International Workers Memorial Day: End the threat of Asbestos at work
March 28 marks International Workers Memorial Day, an annual day of remembrance for workers killed, disabled and injured in the course of their work.
AI Equalities at Work
Artificial intelligence (AI) creates risks for all workers. When used to manage people it can make work more insecure and less well paid. When used to automate tasks it risks leading to redundancies.
Video diary: My visit to the Israeli-occupied West Bank
Earlier this month, Paul Nowak visited the occupied West Bank, where he met with Palestinian trade unionists, Israeli and Palestinian human rights campaigners, and local politicians. Here are his reflections from the visit.
Minimum wage is going up today but what does this mean for younger workers?
The minimum wage is increasing today [Tuesday 1 April 2025], bringing a pay boost for workers of all ages. Crucially, the gap between wages for those under and over 21 is narrowing.
Five years on from the pandemic - the workers who kept us going and the fight they still face
There are moments that will stay with you for the rest of your life. One of those for millions of people across our country occurred five years ago this Sunday, March 23.
New protections for workers closer as Employment Rights Bill approved by MPs
A major step was taken towards resolving key issues in the labour market last night after MPs voted to approve the government’s Employment Rights Bill.
Accelerating the action of women in the Trade Union movement
It’s International Women’s Day! And while it's always a great moment to celebrate the incredible women in our movement, it’s also a reality check. Because here in Wales – and across the UK – women are still getting short-changed. Literally.
Women need stronger protections against zero hours contracts
Today [Thursday] we head into the second day of the annual TUC Women’s Conference, a national conference that brings together hundreds of women trade unionists from across the UK to discuss and organise around the issues impacting women in the workplace.
Huge support for government’s plan to make work pay
The poll of over 21,000 people reveals huge backing across the country and across the political spectrum – including with Reform and Conservative voters – for key policies in Employment Rights Bill.
The power of trade unions: real stories from young workers
To launch HeartUnions Week, we hear from two young activists on why being part of a union matters.
Unions remain as important as ever in today's workplaces
HeartUnions Week is an opportunity to celebrate the power of collective action
A voice for the voiceless
A voice for the voiceless: TUC Cymru’s development programme gives Mahaboob the confidence to stand for Senedd election.
Having taken part in our Black Activist Development Programme, he’s found the confidence and skills to take his advocacy to the next level and to be a “voice for the voiceless”.
Protecting labour rights, human rights and the environment in global value chains
The Employment Rights Bill will greatly improve conditions for UK workers. Groundbreaking new rights will improve job security, strengthen labour market enforcement and facilitate greater collective bargaining through new union access rights and a Fair Pay Agreement in social care.
Trades councils on the front line
If trades councils didn’t exist, given the challenges facing the trade union movement today, we would need to invent them.
Holocaust Memorial Day: remembering the past, striving for a better future
On January 27th the UK will observe Holocaust Memorial Day. It is a day we remember the millions murdered by the Nazis during the Holocaust, and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.
Stakes are high if university funding crisis continues
Disputes at Newcastle and Sunderland universities are a warning sign. It’s time to invest in higher education.
Sick pay decision for 2 million low-paid workers will impact families' living standards
How much should someone receive when they are off sick from work? This is the question that ministers will be considering in the early weeks of 2025. And the answer they arrive at will have a huge impact on many households’ budgets.
How will you get more involved with the trade union movement in 2025?
2024 has been a busy year for trade unionists in Wales but there's much to be optimistic about heading into 2025.
2025 has to be a year of delivery
Repairing and rebuilding Britain after 14 years of Tory chaos and decline is a massive challenge for the government. But 2025 has to be a year of delivery - continuing with the same broken status quo is not an option.
The Bank of England needs to keep moving with interest rate cuts
Over recent years, interest rate rises have led to further and very steep rises in costs for households and firms. It has been the TUC’s consistent view that rates have risen too high and have remained elevated for too long.
How to organise a non-unionised workplace - my experience in petrochemicals
A voiceless workforce, deteriorating employee benefits and an authoritarian management structure. These are just some qualities of a non-unionised workplace.
Our message to unions in the US
A message from the TUC to the AFL-CIO and workers in the US following President Trumps victory at the recent elections.
Government crackdown on umbrella companies will protect workers
The government is taking much needed action to address tax avoidance among umbrella companies.
How will employers handle higher national insurance contributions?
The government plans to raise employer national insurance contributions to help fund the repair of our broken public services.
Autumn Budget: a plan to start rebuilding Britain
In yesterday’s far-reaching Autumn Budget, Rachel Reeves acted decisively to deliver an economy that works for working people.
What is the Worker Protection Act? New preventative duty explained
The Worker Protection Act will come into effect on 26 October 2024. Employers will need to take a proactive and preventative approach to protecting their employees from workplace sexual harassment. Here's everything you need to know about the duty.
