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January 28, 2026
Free AI skills for every UK worker - 10 million set to benefit by 2030

Free AI skills for every UK worker: 10 million set to benefit by 2030

Free AI training for UK workers as a major government and industry programme expands to upskill 10 million people with practical AI skills by 2030.
January 26, 2026
One tool theft every 21 minutes as UK trades workers face rising van crime

One tool theft every 21 minutes as UK trades workers face rising van crime

UK tool theft costs tradespeople £56m a year, with one theft every 21 minutes. New data reveals rising van crime and organised targeting.
January 23, 2026
£60,000 fine as Cumbria construction site safety failures leave worker seriously injured

£60,000 fine as Cumbria construction site safety failures leave worker seriously injured

Cumbria construction firm fined £60,000 after worker falls through unprotected stairwell opening, highlighting failures in working at height safety.
January 22, 2026
NHS hospital workers to receive up to £5,500 in back pay

NHS hospital workers to receive up to £5,500 in back pay after long-running pay dispute

NHS healthcare assistants across County Durham and Darlington are set to receive up to £5,500 in back pay following approval of a delayed settlement.
January 20, 2026
Wage growth slows while job losses rise, shaping 2026 outlook for UK workers

Wage growth slows while job losses rise, shaping 2026 outlook for UK workers

UK wage growth slows as private sector pay cools and job losses rise. What the latest ONS data means for UK workers, jobs, and interest rates.
January 20, 2026
Retail crisis deepens as closures accelerate across UK high streets

Retail crisis deepens as closures accelerate across UK high streets

Retail turmoil escalates in 2026 as major UK brands close stores nationwide, placing thousands of workers at risk amid rising costs and shifting consumer trends.
January 19, 2026
Windsor restaurant faces licence loss after £135,000 illegal working penalty

Windsor restaurant faces licence loss after £135,000 illegal working penalty

Windsor restaurant Plate at No. 6 faces losing its licence after a £135,000 penalty for employing illegal workers. Key details for UK workers.
January 16, 2026
£60m UK construction firm Caldwell on brink as staff and subcontractor payments missed

£60m UK construction firm Caldwell on brink as staff and subcontractor payments missed

A £58m UK construction firm moves toward administration amid unpaid wage concerns, raising urgent questions for workers and subcontractors across the Midlands and North West.
January 15, 2026
UK job insecurity fuels surge in redundancy insurance and worker support

UK job insecurity fuels surge in redundancy insurance and worker support

UK workers are turning to redundancy insurance and The Workers Union as unemployment rises, with job security fears driving record demand for protection.
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Disclaimer: To enhance the accuracy and breadth of our coverage, The Workers Union News Service may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) to augment news and images. While every effort is made to ensure the reliability of the information, please note that the AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be relied on or replace professional advice.

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