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This guide is for union reps - understanding coronavirus and workplace issues, employer negotiations and how best protect the workforce

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Creating safe workplaces is more urgent than ever

The number of deaths at work is still shockingly high in some industries. Insecure work is part of the problem.

Shelly Asquith - 07 Jul 2020

Health and safety

Brick layer

A new job in a new world

I’ve recently joined the Wales TUC team so have first-hand experience of the challenges a new starter faces, and the bizarre circumstances they will need to adjust to. I’ve put together some advice on how to navigate the strange waters of a starting a new job during the coronavirus.

Liam Perry - 24 Jun 2020

Health and safety in the workplace

Starting a new job

Testing and tracing for Covid-19 must be fair – and proportionate

Equal access to testing and robust privacy are key to delivering a successful track and trace regime for coronavirus.

Natasha Owusu - 23 May 2020

Health and safety

TRACKING APP

A better recovery – learning the lessons of coronavirus to create a stronger, fairer economy

After a decade of failed austerity, working people can’t pay the price for recovery again. This time we need to build back better.

Janet Williamson - 20 May 2020

Economy, jobs and pay

factory worker

The government’s back to work plans still won’t make workplaces safe – here’s why

Government guidance on returning to work is a step in the right direction, but more must be done to ensure employers manage safe working properly.

Antonia Bance - 12 May 2020

Health and safety

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Can I refuse to work because of coronavirus? We explain your rights

What are your rights if you refuse to work because of safety concerns over coronavirus at your workplace?

Shelly Asquith - 11 May 2020

Health and safety

warehouse workers

Covid-19 – How unions can help support bereaved workers

There’s a lot trade unions can do to support people who are grieving, as well as to remember those we have tragically lost to coronavirus.

Shelly Asquith - 21 Apr 2020

Health and safety

Bereaved

Five things social care workers need - that won’t be fixed by a badge

The government are failing to protect social care workers – and the vulnerable people they care for.

Kathryn Mackridge - 16 Apr 2020

Health and safety

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