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We need a whole system approach to the mental health crisis. And this can only come with meaningful and sustainable investment in the NHS, adult social care, local authorities and public health and in our schools and colleges.

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Young workers are in desperate need of a voice at work

Across the country there are a disproportionate number of young people out of work. Beth Farhat talks about the problems they face

Reclaim the Night 2018

Reclaim the Night 2018

On Saturday 24th November, marchers received a warm welcome from Christmas shoppers in the centre of Newcastle for the TUC’s 12th Annual Reclaim the Night event.

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Reclaim the Night 2018

On Saturday 24th November, marchers received a warm welcome from Christmas shoppers in the centre of Newcastle for the TUC’s 12th Annual Reclaim the Night event.

Our education system is in crisis

The government must listen to our teachers if it's to be saved

No-deal Brexit would be ‘devastating’ for working people in the North East, TUC head warns

Speaking ahead of a visit to the North East, TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady has warned that a no-deal Brexit would be ‘devastating’ for working people in the region.

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