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Targeted support and investment needed to stop job losses, says Wales TUC

Targeted support and investment needed to stop job losses, says Wales TUC

Wales TUC welcomes announcement on indoor hospitality and exercise facilities

In response to today’s announcement on reopening the indoor hospitality sector and outdoor exercise facilities, Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj said:

Wales TUC welcomes clarity on schools reopening

Wales TUC welcomes clarity on schools reopening

Wales TUC statement on re-opening the Indoor Hospitality sector

The Wales TUC and our affiliated unions in the hospitality sector call on the Welsh Government to announce a date for the reopening of the indoor hospitality sector.

Wales TUC responds to plans to re-open the hospitality sector

Responding to the Welsh Government announcement that pubs, cafes and restaurants with existing outdoor seating areas can begin to re-open from 13 July

Concerns for workers in Wales facing redundancy

Wales TUC are deeply concerned by reports that an increasing number of employers are issuing mass redundancy notices.

Wales TUC is calling on the Welsh Government to continue to prioritise the safety of workers and to maintain a cautious approach to the easing of lockdown.

General Secretary Shavanah Taj said: “The greatest risk facing the Welsh economy remains a failure to get the coronavirus under control. Despite the progress that has been made, the outbreaks in Welsh meat processing plants have served to underline the challenge we face.

Tell us how you or other BME workers been treated at work during covid-19

We need your help to understand how black and minority ethnic (BME) workers in Wales are treated during the coronavirus crisis and before.

Tell us how you or other BME workers been treated at work during covid-19

Wales TUC statement on today’s employment and pay figures

Commenting on the latest figures on employment and pay, published today (Tuesday) by the Office for National Statistics, which show a fall in pay, a rise in the claimant count and a sharp fall in vacancies and hours, and PAYE data which shows continued falls in jobs and pay in April and May, Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj said:

Wales is on the brink of a surge in youth unemployment, warns Wales TUC

Young workers in Wales three times more likely to be employed in sectors where jobs are most at risk. Expansion of employment support schemes vital to tackle the threat of long-term unemployment.

Wales TUC statement on Welsh Government's announcement on face coverings

On today’s announcement by Welsh Government regarding face coverings, Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj made the following statement.

Wales TUC reaction to EHRC launching an inquiry into the impact of coronavirus on ethnic minorities

Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj has made the following statement in response to the EHRC’s announcement on launching an inquiry into the impact of coronavirus on ethnic minorities.

Wales needs a green recovery, says Wales TUC

Welsh Government’s Covid recovery plans must prioritise green growth to boost jobs and the economy while protecting our climate, according to a report published today by Wales TUC.

Wales TUC statement on new risk assessment tool for BAME workers in the NHS and social care

We welcome the Welsh Government's announcement that a new risk assessment tool is being published to support BAME workers in the NHS and social care in Wales.

Call for national enforcement forum to keep workers in Wales safe

We are calling for the creation of a national enforcement forum in Wales to coordinate workplace health and safety compliance and enforcement activity once lockdown is eased.

Wales TUC sets out five principles for a safe return to work

Wales TUC sets out five principles for a safe return to work

Wales TUC statement in response to the Prime Minister's announcement on lockdown

Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj has made the following statement in response to the Prime Minister's announcement on Sunday 10 May

COVID-19: Wales TUC and BMA Cymru Joint Statement on PPE in Health and Social Care

Wales TUC and BMA Cymru have issued the following joint statement on the need for greater clarity on the stock and supply of personal protective equipment, assurances that all health and social care staff will get the PPE they need, and for independent inspectorates to ensure that supplies are getting where they need to go.

Wales TUC and Welsh Government Joint Statement on Fair Work and COVID-19

The Welsh Government and the Wales TUC have today issued a joint statement on Fair Work in Wales and the response to the COVID-19 crisis.

Wales TUC welcomes First Minister’s announcement on social distancing at work legislation

Reacting to First Minister Mark Drakeford’s announcement today that Welsh Government are going to put into law a 2-metre social distancing requirement in the workplace, Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj said:

Wales TUC welcomes First Minister’s announcement on social distancing at work legislation

Covid-19: Health and safety concerns at work

Are you worried about not being able to stay safe from coronavirus at your workplace? We want to hear about your health & safety concerns.

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Wales TUC welcomes Welsh Government £1.1bn funding announcement

Responding to today’s announcement of a £1.1bn support package for the economy and public services, Wales TUC General Secretary, Shavanah Taj said: “We welcome the Welsh Government’s announcement today of further financial support for businesses and charities.

Trade unions in Wales working together for workers’ rights during Coronavirus pandemic

When times are tough trade unionists stick together. And we fight for each other’s rights. The TUC is currently campaigning for Sick Pay for All and pay for parents taking time off to look after children. Trades unions in Wales are also working together to campaign for workers in their sectors.

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WULF: Gemma Davies' mental health journey

Read how Gemma's own experience of a period of poor mental health has set her on a life-changing path.

Coronavirus - Wales TUC sets out immediate priorities for workforce safety

Trade unions have called on Welsh Government to ensure that personal protection equipment (PPE) is available to all at-risk workers, including those who work in health, social care and public transport.

90,000 workers in Wales aren’t eligible for Statutory Sick Pay

TUC calls on government to tackle coronavirus by guaranteeing sick pay for all workers, regardless of how much they earn. Nearly 2 million workers in the UK aren’t eligible for Statutory Sick Pay, including a third of zero-hours contract workers.

Gender pay gap is as high as 25% in some parts of Wales, TUC analysis reveals

The biggest gender pay gaps in the country are in Torfaen, Blaenau Gwent and Rhondda

253,000 employees in Wales have no workplace pension

Government must improve auto-enrolment rules so that every pay packet includes a decent pension contribution, says TUC

Workers in Wales put in £1.2bn worth of unpaid overtime last year - TUC analysis

190,000 workers in Wales put in a total of 80 million unpaid hours in 2019. The average person doing unpaid overtime has worked the year so far for free. Right to work reasonable hours must be protected in EU deal, says TUC.

Hywel Dda University Health Board signs TUC’s Dying to Work Charter

TUC Dying to Work Charter protects rights at work for those facing a terminal illness. Campaign began in 2016 following Derbyshire sales manager losing her job after cancer diagnosis. Over 1 million workers in the UK now covered by the Charter.

Hywel Dda University Health Board signs TUC’s Dying to Work Charter

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