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A decade on from the global financial crisis, the British economy faces increased risk of renewed recession.

New report: Decade of failed austerity report

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Sophies case

"Working in hospitality can be really insecure. You can be especially vulnerable if you don’t know your rights. That’s why I joined a union - they’ve got your back."

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HeartUnions week

HeartUnions week will be taking place from 10 to 16 February 2020. A week of activity throughout England and Wales that highlights the good work that unions do every day to offer everyone a voice at work. It’s a chance to tell the story about why unions are vital for everyone at work, and encourage people who aren't yet in a union to join. Every year it's a chance for reps and activists to publicise what they've been doing and make the case for union membership.

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HeartUnions Week: celebrating what unions have achieved for workers and why we need them now more than ever

Today marks the beginning of HeartUnions week, our celebration of trade unions and the work they do to make our workplaces and communities fairer.

HeartUnions

HeartUnions week is all about building a stronger movement. We want as many of you to get involved as possible.

Sexual harassment at work

End sexual harassment in the workplace

The campaign theme for HeartUnions is standing against sexual harassment at work. Take action on sexual harassment, and use HeartUnions week to encourage non-members to get involved.

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HeartUnions materials and merchandise

Download HeartUnions materials here to make it even easier to show some love for unions this #heartunions week.

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Unions help workers get together, stop people being treated unfairly and get a better deal from their employers. Join a union today.

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Liverpool Metro Mayor promises to give a voice to working people

To mark #HeartUnions week, Metro Mayor of Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram writes on his plans to establish a Fair Employment Charter for the Liverpool City Region.

Steve Rotheram - 10 Feb 2020

HeartUnions Week: celebrating what unions have achieved for workers and why we need them now more than ever

Today marks the beginning of HeartUnions week, our celebration of trade unions and the work they do to make our workplaces and communities fairer.

Scott Gilfillan - 09 Feb 2020

Get ready for heartunions 2020

Heartunions week 10-16 February. A chance to tell the story about why unions are vital for everyone at work, and encourage them to join a union. The campaign focus this year is tackling sexual harassment at work. We're demanding employers to take reasonable steps to protect workers from sexual harassment and victimisation.

What you can do to support HeartUnions week in your area?

Here are a few tips on running a HeartUnions stalls to raise awareness of the good work trade unions do, and reach out to people who are not trade union members.

We need a new law to prevent sexual harassment at work The government needs to take immediate action

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