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The government’s back to work plans still won’t make workplaces safe – here’s why
Government guidance on returning to work is a step in the right direction, but more must be done to ensure employers manage safe working properly.
Can I refuse to work because of coronavirus? We explain your rights
What are your rights if you refuse to work because of safety concerns over coronavirus at your workplace?
Government wage scheme needs reform – not ideological cutbacks
Talk of slashing the wages of “addicted” workers risks plunging millions into financial hardship.
Why we need an ambitious new jobs guarantee
The government can stop the Covid-19 crisis turning into an unemployment crisis
On May Day, let’s thank our key workers – and win them better pay and security
The workers who’ve kept the country running through the coronavirus crisis are too often underpaid, insecure and ignored. Let’s use this May Day to change that.
Key law body backs union calls for employment tribunal reforms
Law Commission backed down from proposals that could have frustrated union recognition.
Protecting pensions after coronavirus
Unions and pension schemes are being supportive of employers struggling with the pandemic. When the recovery starts that support should be repaid.
Covid-19: How racism kills
Strategies for dealing with the pandemic did not take account of the economic position of people in BME communities. Tragically, it took the pictures of those that had died to bring this truth into the spotlight.
Coronavirus lockdown: what health and safety reps can do
The Covid-19 pandemic has upended normal working practices, especially for trade union health and safety reps. Whether working from home or as key workers, everyone is facing new and often difficult ways of working.
Job Retention Scheme - millions of furloughed workers show why unions fought for wage protection
Latest ONS figures show how effective the Job Retention Scheme that unions negotiated has been in protecting jobs and incomes
Ramadan and coronavirus - Supporting Muslim workmates
Support and solidarity to Muslim colleagues during Ramadan under Covid-19 lockdown. Here are a few practical steps you can take.
Protecting disabled people working from home
Covid-19 means more people than ever before are working from home and having to adapt to a new space. But if you have a disability and rely on adjustments you are used to at work, this simple change can prevent you doing your job properly.
Coronavirus - why structural racism is putting BME lives at risk
We need to reflect on why the poorest and most exploited in our society have been hit so hard by Covid-19.
Covid-19 – How unions can help support bereaved workers
There’s a lot trade unions can do to support people who are grieving, as well as to remember those we have tragically lost to coronavirus.
New coronavirus data shows why workers need more protection from government
Latest ONS figures on the economic and social impact of Covid-19 confirm our fears that government measures to protect workers don’t go far enough.
Five things social care workers need - that won’t be fixed by a badge
The government are failing to protect social care workers – and the vulnerable people they care for.
Domestic abuse – why staying home isn’t safe for everyone and what you can do to help
What to do if you know or fear someone may be experiencing domestic abuse
Public sector workers are for life, not just for a crisis
Our applause will ring hollow unless it serves as a reminder that key workers deserve a lot more.
Coronavirus – how unions across the world are delivering for workers
Viruses don't respect borders. The only way to end this pandemic is by working together in global solidarity.
Insecure workers ARE eligible for government wage scheme - employers need to act
Latest guidance on furlough for insecure workers.
In an interconnected world, coronavirus needs a coordinated global response
We need coordinated international action by governments and international institutions to support frontline workers, protect jobs, deliver social security for all, and boost the real economy when the recovery comes.
Coronavirus job scheme gives bosses range of options
Rota systems and time off for carers permitted under scheme.
Coronavirus - persuading bosses to avoid redundancies
Employers must play their part in our time of national crisis by protecting jobs as far as possible.
Victory for union campaigning as agency workers get stronger rights
Today sees the abolition of the notorious legal loophole that allowed employers to avoid paying agency workers the going rate for the job.
Universal credit - emergency boost needed to help people through coronavirus
We need a social security system that can deal with the current pandemic and beyond.
Six tips for better communication with workers with an Autism Spectrum Condition
If you’ve got colleagues with an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) then World Autism Awareness Week (30 March – 5 April) is a good time to think about how you communicate in the workplace.
Brazil - “Captain Corona” sails his country into crisis
Brazil’s unpopular populist is losing friends fast as he places hundreds of thousands of lives at risk.
Pregnant and worried about coronavirus? Here's what you need to know
Government guidance classifies pregnant women as part of the ‘vulnerable people’ group who should observe “social distancing measures”. What does this mean for pregnant women at work?
Today's minimum wage increase is badly needed
An extra £20 a week won't solve all the problems faced by low paid workers, but it is a necessary step in the right direction.
