Don't wait until it's too late before joining a Trade Union!
Join our Trade Union Before You Need Us for a Workplace issue such as a Disciplinary, or Grievance. Understanding Grievances and Disciplinary Proce...
Accreditation and Legal Status of the Workers of England Union
The Workers of England Union is a fully accredited and legally recognised Trade Union in the United Kingdom. Trade Union Regulation Contrary to com...
Statutory Sick Pay Could Stymie Covid-19 Response
Low Pay Leaves Health Workers Facing an Impossible Choice As the number of Covid-19 cases in the UK rose to 40 over the weekend, the GMB union has ...
Zero-Hours Contracts Criticised by Business
Zero-hours contracts have sparked widespread debate after new statistics revealed a dramatic increase in their use across the UK. While businesses ...
TUC Poll on Work Christmas Party Embarrassment
More than one in ten (11%) workers who have attended a work Christmas party admit embarrassing themselves in front of their boss, according to new ...
TUC Should Reject Project Fear
It is very disappointing to see the TUC teaming up with the Government and multinational business to promote Project Fear. Rather than highlight th...
When does the 6-month unfair dismissal right start?
The six-month unfair dismissal right officially takes effect on 1 January 2027. While the initial legislation was passed earlier, the formal transi...
Sports Direct Pays Below Minimum Wage
Temporary workers at Sports Direct, the booming retail chain controlled by billionaire Mike Ashley, are receiving an effective hourly rate below th...
Hallett’s Damning Verdict on Covid Government...
Proves Workers of England Union Right to Stand by Its Members Important Letter from General Secretary Dear Member, The publication of Baroness Hall...
Left Behind at Birth: Why England’s Parental Leave Isn’t Fit for Purpose
Behind the OECD* Curve: See the chart and realise how bad it truly is The debate around parental leave in England has intensified sharply in 2026, ...