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Frequenly Asked Questions

We've got an extensive archive of answers to frequently asked questions about Work Trade Unions and Workers of England. Have a browse to see if there's anything you'd like to know, or even information on similar issues you're facing.

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My son/daughter has a problem, can Workers of England Union help as I am a member?

Yes, as a member of the Workers of England Union, some support services are available to your family. While we can provide guidance and assistance...

Who can be a member of the Trade Union?

Anyone can join our the WEU because we are a General Trade Union, meaning we represent workers across all sectors and industries rather than being ...

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. Whi...

Are you a member of the TUC?

No, the Workers of England Union is not affiliated to the British TUC, Scottish TUC, Welsh TUC, or Irish TUC, as Trade Unions are not required to a...

I have a problem at work, what should I do?

If you have a problem at work and are a member of the Workers of England, you should contact the head office by emailing This email address is bein...

I have a problem but I don’t have a rep in my workplace

The WEU don’t have workplace reps to avoid conflicts of interest. Instead, our independent representatives (Reps) are based across the country, ens...

I have a problem at work but I am not a Workers of England Union member

The WEU can only provide assistance to members. If you join, we can offer you immediate advice. To be represented in a workplace meeting, you norma...

I have a problem at work but I think my membership may have lapsed

You may not be eligible for legal assistance if your membership contributions are in arrears. Any outstanding payments will need to be brought up t...

My subscriptions have stopped and no one contacted me to say I am no longer paying. Now I have a problem, what do I do?

If your subscriptions have stopped and you were not contacted, it is still your responsibility to ensure that your payments are up to date. The Wo...
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