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If the government is to realise its ambitious agenda, it must work with the people who will be tasked with rebuilding the country
The article Investment in public services vital in delivering prime minister’s vision for Britain, says UNISON first appeared on the UNISON National site.
If the government is to realise its ambitious agenda, it must work with the people who will be tasked with rebuilding the country
The article Investment in public services vital in delivering prime minister’s vision for Britain, says UNISON first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Speech by Hugh Lanning of Labour & Palestine on UN Day Of Solidarity “We can’t de-elect Trump, but we can focus on trying to make Labour and the UK be an independent voice for Palestine.” Hugh Lanning is one of … Continue reading Read more…
Lord Prescott’s drive and determination made him a political colossus
The article John Prescott was ‘one of a kind’, says UNISON first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Lord Prescott’s drive and determination made him a political colossus
The article John Prescott was ‘one of a kind’, says UNISON first appeared on the UNISON National site.
For transparency – no known family connection (maybe some long lost Scottish cousin – this is the second time in a week I have made this declaration) and I have no idea about what really has happened except that it indicates that the Labour…Read more…
Last week’s first Labour budget for 14 years has prompted much comment, but here, UNISON’s policy team analyses what it means for members and public services
The article The budget: A rejection of austerity and a move toward growth first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Last week’s first Labour budget for 14 years has prompted much comment, but here, UNISON’s policy team analyses what it means for members and public services
The article The budget: A rejection of austerity and a move toward growth first appeared on the UNISON National site.
By Professor David Bailey David Bailey unpacks why the EU have imposed significant tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and explores whether they will have the desired effect. The European Union (EU) recently took a bold step by imposing tariffs of … Continue reading Read more…
This is special. A very welcome day. Good news for workers and responsible employers. Still lots to do. Fair pay agreement in social care will be an historic stepCommenting on the publication of the employment rights bill today (Thursday),&n…Read more…
Labour Party Conference Fringe 2024‘A new deal for working people – how will investors react?’Sunday 22 September, 12.30 – 13.30, Room 6, Liverpool ArenaSPEAKERS · Liam Byrne MP, Chair, Business and Trade Select Committee and Chair, Globa…Read more…
By Ali Poncia, TUC Policy Officer Decarbonising Industry A major threat to the UK’s steel industry is brewing at Scunthorpe’s steelworks. We must act now to prevent thousands more job losses in steel and future-proof our vital manufacturing industry. The … Continue reading Read more…
Ever heard of the Product Safety and Metrology Bill? You will do. It is part of Labour’s massive legislative programme and the innocuous sounding bill has already led the Sunday Express to brand it a “Brexit betrayal”. But was it … Continue reading Read more…
We stand together in peace and solidarity with the people of Southport following the horrific events that took place on Monday 29th July have left us all in shock. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those … Continue reading Read more…
A recent study has ranked the Top 100 digi-tech companies in the world in 2024, highlighting these tech titans’ financial prowess and innovative capabilities. It is worth noting that these companies are not unionised. According to the study by tech … Continue reading Read more…
First published in the Morning Star July 19th Like many Morning Star readers I had to do a ‘double take’ when the General Election exit poll predicted Reform would win 13 seats. The final figure turned out to be five … Continue reading Read more…
Investing in public services is more than just a budgetary choice; it’s a moral duty
The article A new dawn for public services – a hopeful vision under Labour first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Investing in public services is more than just a budgetary choice; it’s a moral duty
The article Opinion: A new dawn for public services – a hopeful vision under Labour first appeared on the UNISON National site.
By Paul Nowak, TUC General Secretary The trade union movement will work with Keir Starmer to deliver change. What an extraordinary moment in British politics. Labour back in power with a near-record majority. The Conservatives brutally ejected from office. A … Continue reading Read more…