Help with Unauthorised Wage Slip Deductions
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Do I get sick pay from the first day of illness in 2026?
Yes. As of April 2026, the three-day "waiting period" for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) has been abolished. You are now entitled to receive SSP from you...
Gig Economy
Articles by Workers of England Trade Union relating to gig worker rights.
Stopping Violence Against Frontline Staff
Campaign Focus: Protecting NHS, emergency services, and essential workers from abuse and assault. Violence and abuse against frontline staff, espec...
Understanding the Impact of Student Fees on Students
The debate over student fees is not new, but for students in England the financial burden is growing heavier each year. While higher education is o...
Are you affiliated to a political party?
The WEU is not affiliated to any political party, and we value our independence as essential to representing the interests of all our members. Whil...
Do You Know the History of Your Roast Dinner?
A Festive Break Read for WEU Members The great English roast dinner feels like it has existed forever, but it is really a patchwork of traditions, ...
Toilets Facilities for Bus Drivers
Campaign Focus: Securing dignity and basic workplace rights for transport workers. Bus drivers are routinely denied access to basic toilet faciliti...
Breaks
Articles by Workers of England Trade Union relating to employee rest and break rights.
Bus Drivers
Articles by Workers of England Trade Union relating to bus drivers’ rights and conditions.