The TUC has a history of developing analysis and research to inform economic and employment-related issues.

Worker protections in the UK compared to the rest of the OECD

Report: Falling behind on labour rights

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The Employment Rights Act introduces major reforms to UK employment law, with changes being implemented in stages from December 2025 through to 2027.

Employment Rights Act

TUC Educational Trust

The TUC Educational Trust (TUCET) is an unincorporated grant-making charity (Registered Charity No: 313741), established by Trust Deed on 30 August 1943. Its purpose is to provide educational opportunities, including organising summer schools and other training programmes focused on trade union studies. The Trust also offers scholarships and bursaries to support students attending universities or colleges.

Carl Roper, TUC National Education and Organising Manager, serves as the Secretary of TUCET, which is currently overseen by eight Trustees.