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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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The Great Jobs Agenda: Giving every worker the opportunity to progress

The agenda will give the trade union movement a common set of bargaining asks in workplaces. And it sets out what we want the government to do to ensure that every worker has a great job with fair pay, regular hours and the opportunity to progress.

26 Jun 2017
Policy proposal

Tory peer says Brexit is good for young workers…because they’ll have fewer rights

Once again, a hard Brexiter has let the mask slip on workers’ rights.

Niamh Ní Mhaoileoin - 05 Sep 2017

What would it take for trade deals to protect workers’ rights?

Protecting workers’ rights in trade deals is essential to ensure trade is fair.

Rosa Crawford - 09 Aug 2017

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TUC briefing on US and EU negotiations

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- 22 Apr 2020
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TUC response to MAC report on EEA migration

The TUC will continue to engage with the MAC and government to address concerns about the report and press for a migration policy that promotes equal treatment and rights for all workers, combined with significantly increased investment in skills training and public services.

- 27 Nov 2018
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Trade Union Act 2016 - A TUC guide for union reps

Guide for Reps. Unions have their own policies which reps should follow. This document is not formal legal guidance, but it summarises the Act and provides some tips for reps.

- 06 Apr 2017
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