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The Employment Rights Act introduces major reforms to UK employment law, with changes being implemented in stages from December 2025 through to 2027.

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TUC LESE Transport Industries Network

The Network meets quarterly to discuss transport developments across the region, along with key industrial and policy issues affecting transport workers.

Chair: Colin Hicks (ASLEF)
Vice Chair: Collette Garvey (ASLEF)
Secretary: Kierin Offlands (RMT)
Assistant Secretary: Michael Schwaabe (AFA-CWA)

For enquiries or to get involved, please contact lese@tuc.org.uk and include “Transport Industries Network” in the subject line.

TUC LESE Meeting Code of Conduct

The TUC is committed to organising activities where everyone can participate in an inclusive, respectful and safe environment. The TUC has zero tolerance for any type of harassment, including sexual harassment. Aggressive, offensive, intimidatory, disrespectful or unacceptable behaviour or comments will not be tolerated. This supports the commitment set out in the TUC’s rules to promote equality for all and to eliminate all forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, prejudice and unfair discrimination. This policy applies to all aspects of communication at or in connection with an event, including postings on social media.

If you have any concerns about behaviour, please email lese@tuc.org.uk

020 7467 1382

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