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Double Standards on Fiddling Expenses

Whilst peers who fiddle their expenses are allowed to quit without an investigation, the general worker would not be given the same privilege by their employer. Privileges Committee Deems Investi...
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WEU Submission on Political Party Funding

On Monday, 9th February 2016, the Workers of England Union formally submitted evidence to the House of Lords Select Committee on Trade Union Political Funds and Political Party Funding—a clear decl...
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Keeping Our Members Informed

The Workers of England Union strongly backs English junior doctors as the proposed policy changes will only affect them in England, not in Scotland or Wales. This unfair situation underscores why o...
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3 Scenarios for the UK's EU Referendum

The WEU is committed to keeping our members informed and regularly curates articles to help you make decisions that benefit you. As the UK EU referendum approaches, a flood of opinions will follow....
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Whistleblower Sues Unite Over Zero-Hours Contract

Martyn Reuby, a veteran trade unionist of over 42 years, has launched a claim for £200,000 against Unite, alleging unfair dismissal and breach of contract after raising concerns about his zero-hour...
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NHS – Where Does All That Money Go!

The figures are breathtaking and highlight the critical need for transparency in public healthcare expenditure. Understanding exactly where every penny goes is essential to ensuring the National He...
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Trade Union Bill May Violate Human Rights

The Conservative government’s Trade Union Bill may impose “potentially unlawful” restrictions on the right to strike, the government’s own human rights watchdog has warned in a new report by the E...
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London Bus Drivers Can Report Complaints

Bus drivers across London now have the reassurance that they can raise safety concerns without risking their jobs. This development represents a major step forward in improving road safety for bo...
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Fat Cat Tuesday: Bosses Earn More

The High Pay Centre highlights how ‘unbalanced’ and ‘unfair’ the pay gap is across the UK. The Workers of England Union will continue to fight on your behalf, urging top earners to reduce their sal...
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Britain Has Given £500 Billion to EU

The Workers of England Union (WEU) aligns with the RMT in supporting British withdrawal from the EU in the upcoming referendum. We believe the EU is anti-worker and can negotiate trade deals that u...
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