The way we currently work is outdated and no longer fit for the 21st century, writes Miriam Salman, 4 Day Week Campaign.
Tag: employment
Are you watching mister Starmer this is what an opposition looks like – Mass demonstrations in France
"The mobilisation is very broad, involving trade unionists, students, young people, the Yellow Vests, and the whole broad left" - Dave Kellaway gives an update on the deepening crisis in France.
Defend the Right to Strike – Professor Keith Ewing and Lord Hendy KC
We need to understand – and oppose - government attacks on democracy and the legal rights of the working class write Professor Keith Ewing and Lord Hendy KC.
More than 30,000 civil servants begin new strike ballot – PCS Union
"Our hard-working members are fed up and angry with the way they’re being treated by a government that takes them for granted" - 30,000 civil servants begin a new strike ballot.
The Tories attack the #RightToStrike because people are fighting back – Laura Smith
Trade unions are at the forefront of the fight for democracy against plutocracy - Laura Smith defends the #RightToStrike from the latest Tory attack.
RMT members overwhelmingly vote to reject Network Rail offer
All strike action this week, around Christmas and into the new year will go ahead after RMT members vote to reject "substandard offer".
Under 21s face £2.5 billion minimum wage “pay penalty” for being young workers – TUC
“Too many young workers are being left hugely out of pocket because of outdated youth rates of the national minimum wage."
Cost of Christmas dinner has risen three times faster than wages this year – TUC
“Christmas should be a time for celebration... but soaring food and energy prices mean many families will struggle to afford the festivities" - Frances O'Grady, TUC General Secretary.
Why NHS workers are fighting back – Holly Turner, NHS Workers Say No
Mental health nurse and NHS Workers Say No founder Holly Turner explains why the unprecedented strike action taking place this month will be a turning point for our health service.
‘Watershed moment’ – Workers in Ireland celebrate a historic fair tips victory
Workers in Ireland's hotels, restaurants and other establishments saw a huge victory on December 1st. Thanks in large part to Unite, it is now illegal for employers to keep tips meant for staff.