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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.
December 16, 2025
Unemployment at highest level since 2016

ONS: UK unemployment at highest level since 2016

UK unemployment rises to 5.1% as jobs growth stalls, pay increases slow and young workers face fewer opportunities across a cooling labour market.
December 15, 2025
Doctors’ five-day walkout to proceed as flu pressures intensify across England

Doctors’ five-day walkout to proceed as flu pressures intensify across England

Resident doctors confirm a five-day walkout as flu admissions surge. UK workers face growing disruption amid renewed NHS pressures.
December 15, 2025
BP bosses give workers rise with one hand and take away paid breaks with the other

BP bosses give workers rise with one hand and take away paid breaks with the other

BP forecourt workers face loss of paid breaks and bank holiday bonuses as hourly pay rises to £13.45. What it means for UK workers.
December 12, 2025
Health and Safety walkout leads to suspension of 30 UK workers at chemicals site

Health and Safety walkout leads to suspension of 30 UK workers at chemicals site

30 UK workers suspended at a Royston chemicals construction site after stopping work over health and safety concerns. What this means for workers.
December 10, 2025
Christmas comes early for workers as one company accelerates wage pay rise

Christmas comes early for workers as one company accelerates wage pay rise

Early Real Living Wage pay rise at Eland Cables gives UK workers a financial lift ahead of Christmas, offering vital support for families during rising costs.
December 9, 2025
Bosses must tell workers of rights on how to join a union

Bosses must tell workers of rights on how to join a union

UK’s Employment Rights Bill will force employers to tell staff about their right to join a union, boosting transparency and awareness for workers across Britain.
December 8, 2025
Shocking good opportunity for UK workers Marine electrician training 2026

Shocking good opportunity for UK workers: Marine electrician training 2026

A lucrative opportunity for UK workers: the 2026 Marine Electrician Bootcamp opens, offering funded specialist training for high-value maritime careers.
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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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