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May proposes stronger father’s rights
Outgoing Prime Minister Theresa May has launched a consultation into the extension of rights for new fathers.
Public sector pay rise branded vain and “insulting” to workers
19 July 2019News that the government will allocate another £2bn to public sector pay rises next week has been branded vain and insulting.
Govt consults on regulating insecure work
The government has launched a consultation into proposals made by the Low Pay Commission to reduce the 'one-sidedness' of so-called 'flexibility.
Shadow Minister and working mum, Laura Pidcock, inspires workers at Durham Gala
Shadow Minister for Labour, Laura Pidcock, gave an inspiring speech at the Institute of Employment Rights' (IER) fringe meeting on the eve of the Durham Gala – all while holding her baby.
Amazon workers join global protests
Amazon workers joined a protest against the company alongside thousands of their colleagues across the globe.
Labour Minister confirms plans to ban zero-hour contracts, reinstate sectoral collective bargaining and raise pay
Shadow Minister for Labour, Laura Pidcock, has confirmed the Labour Party's plans to ban zero-hour contracts, reinstate sectoral collective bargaining and raise pay across the UK.
Govt proposes sick pay for lowest earners
The government yesterday (15 July 2019) launched a consultation into new proposals the Departments of Work and Pensions and Health claim will help people with long-term illnesses stay in work.
Govt proposes single enforcement body for employment law
The government is consulting on new proposals for a single body to enforce some areas of employment law.
Whistleblowing laws need urgent reform, says cross-party group
The all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on whistleblowing today released a report drawing on evidence from over 300 whistleblowers, urging the government to reform the law.
Prison workers ‘unsupported in dangerous jobs until they’re 68’
Prison workers gathered in the House of Commons this week to share their experiences of work in the justice system.
Wales to launch new trade union rights
Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford yesterday detailed the core principles of a new Social Partnership Bill to the Welsh Assembly, which will make it easier for unions, employers and government to work together to provide fair work and a strong, productive economy for all.
How the IER can deliver the greener, fairer economy that unions want
The TUC today released a new report calling on government and employers to prepare for the transition to a climate-safe economy in conjunction with workers and their unions.
