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What lessons can we learn from Carillion – and what changes do we need to make?

In the wake of Carillion going into compulsory liquidation this report sets out the reforms needed to protect public services and improve quality. It looks at changes we need to make to corporate governance, workplace rights and the outsourcing of our public services.

12 Apr 2018
Corporate Governance and responsibility
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Time for Change - the end of austerity

If the UK is to equip itself to meet the challenges and opportunities of Brexit and a new role in the global economy, we need the government to invest in our economy, our communities and our public services.

Kam Gill - 12 Mar 2018
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Great jobs in great places

This report explores what placed-based industrial strategies can do to make sure that no matter where people are born or where they work, everyone has the chance to get a great job.

23 Oct 2017
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Councils in crisis

This paper sets out the extent of cuts to local government finance over the last decade, as well as projecting forwards five years to show that they are expected to continue in effect.

- 08 Sep 2019
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The TUC report highlights that apprentices get less financial help with travel than those who remain at school. It urges the government to implement a national travel discount for all apprentices and sets out ideas for how it should work.

- 13 Aug 2019
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TUC South West Annual Report 2019

The annual report from the Trades Union Congress in the South West highlights the ongoing work unions are doing to secure better pay, rights and a voice for working people in the region.

- 05 Apr 2019
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