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BMW’s commitment to build electric cars in Cowley is welcome news – but a just transition for the workforce is not a done deal
BMW announced today that the company would invest £600 million to start production of two electric vehicles – the Mini Cooper and the Mini Aceman – at its Cowley and Swindon plants. Production is slated to start in 2026. The Cowley will be all-electric by 2030.
Frank Duffy - 12 Sep 2023
Industrial strategy
Green steel deal must not axe thousands of jobs
Green steel deal must not axe thousands of jobs
Mika Minio-Paluello - 08 Sep 2023
Corporate Governance and responsibility
We need a green rep in every workplace
We're in an emergency. Global warming is not under control and the UK is not on track to meet its emissions commitments. What's more, there are no credible plans to get us out of this crisis.
Sam Perry - 27 Jul 2023
Industrial strategy
COP 27 Initial reflections
Reflections on COP 27
Jenny Cooper - 05 Dec 2022
Global solidarity
What does Liz Truss’s energy plan mean for workers?
Families will still pay almost twice as much this year as they did last year – in addition to sky-rocketing prices for other goods and services.
Anna Markova - 08 Sep 2022
Economy, jobs and pay
Other countries are helping families with energy costs: why can't we?
Last month, the Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a budget that failed to boost pay, raise benefits or help low-income households. In contrast, here is how other governments across Europe are choosing to provide support.
Nina Reece - 22 Apr 2022
Economy, jobs and pay
How the government's new energy strategy must deliver decent jobs and safe and affordable energy
Here's how to increase our energy independence as well as protect decent working class jobs.
Mika Minio-Paluello - 06 Apr 2022
Industrial strategy
A breath of fresh air: a CWU reps campaign against air pollution
In a drive to boost decarbonisation efforts and fight for clean air, reps from the Communication Workers Union (CWU) are taking action at Royal Mail workplaces across the Northwest of England.
Anna Markova - 04 Feb 2022
Industrial strategy
The fight for a greener and cleaner steel
As one of the biggest industrial carbon emitters in the UK, the steel industry faces challenges which threaten jobs. Community reps lead the campaign for a just transition to adapt and upskill their workforce.
Anna Markova - 21 Jan 2022
Industrial strategy
The gas price crisis is a systemic problem, which needs systemic solutions
As gas prices soar this winter, millions are being forced to choose between eating and heating. The TUC is calling for emergency measures and structural solutions to protect working people.
Anna Markova - 17 Jan 2022
Economy, jobs and pay
COP26 - Key takeaways for the Trade Union movement
In the wake of the COP26 conference, what are the key lessons for trade unions?
Mika Minio-Paluello - 12 Nov 2021
Industrial strategy
COP26 Diary: The Fight for a Just Transition
Wales TUC General Secretary Shavanah Taj reflects on a week as a delegate at COP 26 in Glasgow and on Wales TUC's new research showing how workers can gain from the transition to Net Zero - if their voices are heard.
Shavanah Taj - 12 Nov 2021
Industrial strategy
In the wake of COP26 we need to reverse the decline in bus services
A publicly-owned bus network is an essential step towards cutting carbon emissions.
Kam Gill - 09 Nov 2021
Energy and climate change
Pushing for a Green New Deal at Rolls Royce
Trade union members and reps plan the transition to environmental and green manufacturing.
Mika Minio-Paluello - 28 Oct 2021
Industrial strategy
A greener economy can be positive for workers too
The taskforce’s recommendations show the way to high quality green jobs
Mika Minio-Paluello - 14 Jul 2021
Industrial strategy
It’s time to talk about climate leadership at work
All the world’s eyes are on the UK this year, as Glasgow prepares to host the COP26 international climate talks.
Anna Markova - 06 Jul 2021
Energy and climate change
Air pollution - a workplace issue
Air pollution is blighting communities. It is affecting the health of workers on their journeys to and from work. It also harms workers while they are at work (both those working indoors and out). It’s why tackling air pollution is a key priority for unions.
Jo Rees - 12 Apr 2021
Health and safety
Safeguarding jobs & protecting the environment
Climate and Employment Proof our Work (CEPOW) Day reminds us that lowering our energy use is essential for safeguarding jobs as well as protecting the environment
Tim Page - 24 Jun 2020
Industrial strategy
Our vision for a green recovery after coronavirus
Building the recovery from Coronavirus is a once in a generation challenge. But it is also an opportunity that must be seized.
Jo Rees - 03 Jun 2020
Economic policy
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
Workers are on the front line of the climate crisis. Here's what unions are doing about it.
The Wales TUC will be working with the Welsh Government to ensure that workers’ voices are central to the transition to a net-zero economy. The move to a net-zero Wales can mean exciting opportunities. But there must be clear and funded pathways with training and support for the transition across to new jobs.
Jo Rees - 14 Jan 2020
Industrial strategy
Two things the IFS overlooked about nationalisation
The IFS have crunched the numbers on Labour’s plans for nationalisation. But they have overlooked some key facts about how privatised industries work.
Kam Gill - 06 Dec 2019
Economy, jobs and pay
Job losses at Npower show why we can’t rely on the private sector
Today’s announcement shows yet again why we need public ownership in the energy sector.
Kam Gill - 29 Nov 2019
Industrial strategy
South Yorkshire flooding and climate emergency
Has the government forgotten so quickly?
Gareth Forest - 29 Nov 2019
Industrial strategy
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