The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement was billed as a turning point—a moment to reward work, ease the burden on households, and chart a course toward growth.
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Birmingham Bin Workers Hold Line in Historic Strike
Eight months into their indefinite strike, Birmingham’s refuse workers remain steadfast against council wage cuts. With overwhelming community support and union solidarity, the dispute has
1926-2026: A Century Since the General Strike
As Britain prepares to mark the centenary of the 1926 General Strike, unions and communities are organising commemorations that honour the courage of working people.
Top Employers Named for Underpaying Staff in 2025
The Department for Business and Trade’s October 2025 roundup names almost 500 employers fined for underpaying staff, with household names including Centrica, EG Group and
Motherhood and the Wage Gap: A Union Call to Action
New national data make one thing plain: the income shock women face after having a child is not an accident, it is the predictable result
Fixing the De Minimis Loophole: A Call for Fair Trade and Worker Protection
Solidarity Union welcomes the government’s review of the customs treatment of low-value imports—and urges bold, structural reform to protect UK jobs, retailers, and consumers. The