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Conservative Victory: Impact on UK Employment Law

The unexpected Conservative majority in the 2015 General Election has elevated the significance of the legislative proposals outlined in their manifesto. With other parties’ plans effectively sidel...
| Stephen Morris | News

The Real Strength of the WEU

The Workers of England Union takes pride in being completely unaffiliated to any political party. This unique stance ensures that, regardless of which party governs our nation, we maintain an objec...
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WEU on BBC World Service

International Workers’ Day, also known as Labour Day in some regions, is a celebration of labourers and the working classes promoted by the international labour movement. It takes place every year ...
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Bradford Bus Drivers to Strike

The Workers of England Union supports Unite’s actions and wishes all the best to the Bradford bus drivers in their dispute. No one should be bullied and harassed at work, and trade unions must stan...
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Britain's Divided Decade

The article below highlights the battle Trade Unions face in fighting against the lowering of wages for their members. All we ask for is a fair day’s pay because we understand the direct link betwe...
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EU Nationals in the UK: Post-Brexit

The government has announced its long-overdue plan for EU nationals and their family members. The Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Requirement In short, EU citizens and their family members (inclu...
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Rents Rise by 10.2% in the East of England

The latest Buy-to-Let index data reveals strong rental growth across the region, intensifying pressure on tenants. Regional Rental Growth In February 2015, rents in the East of England increased ...
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Stagecoach Invests £80m in New Buses

Key Highlights Nearly 470 new vehicles to be introduced in 2015–16, many with free wi-fi. £630 million invested in UK regions over the last eight years; £105 million in London since 2010; £20 mi...
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Bradford Faces Massive Cuts

The UK government’s public spending figures for 2012/2013 reveal that England receives below-average funding per capita compared to other UK nations, putting Bradford and the wider Yorkshire and th...
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English Media Group

The English Media Group (EMG) is a dedicated section of the Workers of England Trade Union. We are an inclusive group representing a wide spectrum of media professionals, all united in the pursuit ...
| Stephen Morris | News