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Nothing beats being a union member, but if you are looking for particular guidance on a workplace issue have a look at our workplace guidance.

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Are you a union rep looking for help and advice to support your colleagues at work? Take a look at our wide range of resources.

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To effectively challenge sexual harassment, we must challenge the cultures that enable it through practical and proactive action.

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Solidarity Hub

Across the country, workers are organising and taking action for a better deal at work. The TUC Solidarity Hub supports unions to make a success of their campaigns and disputes so together we can win for workers everywhere.

If you'd like to talk to the TUC about supporting your union's dispute, please start by filling out this form. We'll be in touch to discuss how we can help.

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Solidarity stories

Read the stories of union member wins and find out how they did it.

Resources for unions in dispute

Helpful guides on how to prepare for effective industrial action, communicate to win and support your mental health.

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The TUC's online platform Megaphone has powerful free tools for union campaigns.

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Trades councils and community campaigning

Our trades councils have been providing local support for working people for over 100 years. They play a vital role in galvanising the community and bringing people together.

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Amazon dispute: GMB pushes for historic recognition

After a long and contentious battle, the GMB union is on the verge of becoming the first recognised trade union at an Amazon warehouse in the UK and Europe.

Charlie Pullinger - 13 Jun 2024

“New recognition agreements are rarer than hens’ teeth”: A new deal for care workers

More than one hundred care workers in Wales are to see their pay and conditions improve after their company, Adferiad, signed a new recognition deal with UNISON.

Recognition for healthcare assistants

Healthcare assistants in Greater Manchester have received thousands in back pay thanks to a hard-fought campaign led by Unison members. Freelancer writer Alex Vernon spoke to Dan Smith and Wendy Guest from Unison to find out more.

How to take action safely and effectively

Despite some of the most repressive laws on industrial action in the western world, it’s legal to strike in the UK – but only if strict requirements are met. This guide will help you understand your rights and support action safely and legally.

Nuria helped secure the Living Wage for thousands of support workers across Manchester

“I’d felt burned out, unheard, mistreated. Now, hope was giving me a newfound energy.”

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