January 12, 2026
Minimum wage rise for millions - But what is the average salary in 2026

Minimum wage rise for millions: But what is the average salary in 2026?

Millions of UK workers will see a minimum wage rise to £12.71 an hour in April. Here’s what it means for average pay in 2026.
January 9, 2026
U-turn on our pubs - See what happens next

U-turn on our pubs: see what happens next

UK pubs win a government business rates U-turn after sustained campaign highlighting closures and economic impact, reinforcing The Workers Union’s commitment to hospitality workers and local communities.
January 9, 2026
Income protection insurance a financial safety net every UK worker should understand

Income protection insurance: a financial safety net every UK worker should understand

Income protection insurance explained for UK workers. Learn the benefits, costs, rules, and when to use it to protect your income if illness stops you working.
January 8, 2026
UK workers drive the change as personal cars replace traditional company schemes

UK workers drive the change as personal cars replace traditional company schemes

UK workers increasingly use their own cars for work as company car schemes lag behind hybrid working and modern business travel needs.
January 7, 2026
UK’s Top 10 most dangerous jobs revealed

UK’s Top 10 most dangerous jobs revealed: With highest risk and fatal injury statistics

Discover the UK’s most dangerous jobs, including top 10 high-risk roles, fatal injury statistics, and what makes these workplaces so hazardous.
January 6, 2026
Double your time off in 2026 - The UK holiday booking hack every worker should know

Double your time off in 2026: The UK holiday booking hack every worker should know

UK workers can nearly double their annual leave in 2026 by using this simple bank holiday booking method. See the shareable graphic now.
January 5, 2026
Back to work blues hit UK workers as January reality bites

Back to work blues hit UK workers as January reality bites

December 19, 2025
NHS nurse’s Christmas day sacrifice rewarded with surprise holiday

NHS nurse’s Christmas day sacrifice rewarded with surprise holiday

NHS neonatal nurse who gave up Christmas Days is rewarded with a surprise family getaway, highlighting UK workers’ festive sacrifices.
December 17, 2025
Workers’ rights bill set to become law in major shift for UK workers

Workers’ rights bill set to become law in major shift for UK workers

The Workers’ Rights Bill is set to become law, introducing major changes to sick pay, parental leave, guaranteed hours and workplace protections for UK workers.
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