For generations, workplace safety campaigns centred on machinery, chemicals, noise and manual handling. Today, another issue is moving rapidly up the union agenda: extreme weather.
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Early release scheme piles further pressure on probation service
Probation is being asked to carry a great deal of weight. From 1 October 2026, the Government’s new progression model begins to change when eligible
St George’s Day: Work, Identity, and the Quiet Politics of a Missed Holiday
St George’s Day arrives each year with a strange kind of weightlessness. England’s flags appear in pub windows, schoolchildren draw dragons, and local councils put
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
What the Employment Rights Bill Means for Workers Today
The recent approval of the Employment Rights Bill marks a significant step forward in strengthening workers’ protections across the UK. The bill introduces key measures