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The TUC's Northern region staff represent the TUC by supporting TUC campaigns and objectives and seeking the views of trade unions in the region. Here you can find out more about us, our work and our campaigns.
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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.
30 Nov 2018
Our education system is in crisis
The government must listen to our teachers if it's to be saved
14 Nov 2018
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.
26 Oct 2018
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