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“The sale is yet another sign that the UK’s energy sector is in a precarious state.”
Workers should not be saddled with debt for years because of the blunders of a company
Porters, care workers, security staff and parking wardens are at greater risk of physical and verbal attack, injury or illness, because they work alone for long periods, says UNISON today (Tuesday) as it launches the first union gig economy safety guide. The union warns that staff cuts, the growth of zero-hours contracts and an increase in the […]
Commenting on Jeremy Corbyn’s speech today (Tuesday) to the delegates gathered at the 151st Trades Union Congress in Brighton,UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: “These reforms promise a sea change in the workplace, one that’s long overdue. “It’s become far too easy for unscrupulous bosses to treat their staff unfairly, safe in the knowledge their […]
Privatisation failed in the 80s, again in the 90s and it’s still failing today
More than two thirds of staff rejected offers on pay and pensions during the summer
Health service could be brought to its knees without a deal
Funding announced in the Chancellor’s spending review goes nowhere near to solving this
UNISON survey uncovers how far teaching assistants go to financially support their pupils
But voters should be wary of cynical pledges and gimmicks.
Sustained funding required – not just short-term fixes
Supplier challenged over ethical concerns
Commenting on the statement from the TUC and health unions on the threat posed to the NHS by a no-deal Brexit, UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: “Boris Johnson is setting a timebomb for the NHS.”
The country must be asked for its view on Brexit
Commenting on the report on council funding published today (Wednesday) by the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee, UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: “Local councils are in a bad way and the blame lies solely at the government’s door. With funding in short supply, local authorities have had to cut back services substantially, […]