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February 10, 2026
Train drivers from 18 years old gains traction during National Apprenticeship Week

Train drivers from 18 years old gains traction during National Apprenticeship Week

Train driver age lowered to 18 as rail staffing concerns grow, with new opportunities highlighted during National Apprenticeship Week.
February 9, 2026
Forestry apprenticeships open up as national apprenticeship week 2026 begins

Forestry apprenticeships open up as national apprenticeship week 2026 begins

New Forestry Commission apprenticeships open for National Apprenticeship Week 2026, supporting UK workers into skilled forestry careers.
February 4, 2026
North Sea oil rig workers cut as weather disrupts vital supply lines

North Sea oil rig workers cut as weather disrupts vital supply lines

North Sea oil operators cut offshore staffing as severe weather disrupts supplies, with UK workers prioritised for safety.
February 3, 2026
A major supermarket admitted to underpaying over 50,000+ workers

A major supermarket admitted to underpaying over 50,000+ workers

Asda confirms 53,000 UK workers were underpaid holiday and sickness pay after payroll errors. Full refunds with 12% interest promised.
February 2, 2026
Sainsbury’s thrust UK store pay up to £14.54 an hour

Sainsbury’s thrust UK store pay up to £14.54 an hour in major supermarket move

Sainsbury’s confirms a 5% above-inflation pay rise, lifting hourly pay to £13.23 from March 2026 with added staff benefits.
January 30, 2026
Norovirus cases rise again as illness impacts UK workers and families

Norovirus cases rise again as illness impacts UK workers and families

Norovirus cases rise again across the UK, impacting workers and families. Latest UKHSA data, symptoms, hygiene advice and what UK workers need to know.
January 29, 2026
Amazon to cut 16,000 jobs globally as streamlining continues

Amazon to cut 16,000 jobs globally as streamlining continues

Amazon plans 16,000 global job cuts, with some UK roles affected. What the latest redundancies mean for UK workers and jobs.
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. Newly benchmarked short courses are now available online through the government’s AI Skills Hub,
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.
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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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