Author: IER
Privatised probation collapse
Despite warnings from unions and campaigners over the fragility of the government's part-privatisation programme for probation services, and the risks to service users and the taxpayer of outsourcing in this area, Ministers did not listen and now areas of the service are collapsing.
Manchester Deliveroo couriers announce Valentine’s strike
Deliveroo couriers in Manchester will go on strike on Valentine's Day, their union the Industrial Workers of the World has announced.
Govt begs young people to work in care – for less than minimum wage
The government is appealing for young workers to join the care sector in a bid to plug an ever-expanding staff-shortage in the industry, but will not ensure they receive the National Minimum Wage for all hours worked.
Over half of councils don’t insist on care staff being paid for full day of work, FOI request reveals
A Freedom of Information Request made by Unison has revealed that more than half of councils fail to insist that care workers are paid for their whole day of work, leading to thousands being paid below the minimum wage.
Asda workers win first round of equal pay claim
The Court of Appeal has upheld a decision by the Employment Tribunal that Asda shop floor workers are comparable to depot workers for the purposes of equal pay legislation, after the employer challenged the original decision.
Hinds dangles bonuses in bid to tackle teacher shortfall
Education Secretary Damian Hinds has promised extra pay to new teachers in a bid to turn the tide on schools' recruitment and retention crisis.
Workers who would most benefit from training least likely to receive it, report finds
The workers who would benefit the most from training are the least likely to receive it, a new report from the Social Mobility Commission (SMC) has found.
Govt consults on stronger redundancy protections for pregnant women and new parents
The government has launched a consultation into extending protection from redundancy for pregnant women and new parents.
ILO calls for collective bargaining as first line of defence as robots replace jobs
The International Labour Organization (ILO) - the workers’ rights arm of the United Nations - has urged world leaders to promote collective bargaining as a first line of defence at a time when the rapid automation of work is putting jobs under threat.
Almost half of childcare workers forced to rely on benefits, research shows
Almost half of workers in the childcare sector are paid so little they are forced to rely on state benefits, new research from the Education Policy Institute has shown.
Women win in equal pay battle with Glasgow council
The 12,000 women workers who took to the streets of Glasgow in October to fight for equal pay have won their battle with the council.
600+ care workers consider strike after £40 per night pay cut
Over 600 care workers at Alternative Futures Group are considering strike action this week after the employer cut wages by up to £40 per night, the Guardian has reported.
