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July 23, 2026
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Business rates cut for pubs: 20% major boost for Britain’s community locals

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a 20% cut in business rates for thousands of pubs, clubs and live music venues across England. The Workers Union welcomes the move following its long-running "Supporting The Great British Pub" campaign to protect jobs, communities and Britain's historic locals.
July 23, 2026
Construction site accident inspection in progress

Dumper truck overturn leaves worker seriously injured after company told drivers not to wear seat belts

A Warrington groundworks company has been fined after a worker suffered life-changing injuries when a dumper truck overturned on a housing site. The Health and Safety Executive says the incident could have been prevented and reminds employers that seat belts and safe excavation controls save lives.
July 22, 2026
Thinking about changing jobs - Your workplace rights are about to improve

Thinking about changing jobs? Your workplace rights are about to improve

Thinking about changing jobs? Your workplace rights are about to improve. Thousands of workers look to change jobs every week in search of better pay, career
July 21, 2026
Industrial worker cleaning in processing plant

Food manufacturer fined £120,000 over hazardous dust exposure

Food manufacturer fined £120,000 over hazardous dust exposure. A significant workplace safety prosecution was announced on 20 July 2026 after employees at a Buckingham
July 20, 2026
Unlocking North Sea Energy for Britain

Is Britain finally ready to unlock North Sea energy? The Workers Union knows

Donald Trump has urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to unlock Britain's North Sea oil and gas reserves. The Workers Union first raised this debate more than a year ago. Could domestic energy transform UK jobs, lower bills and strengthen energy security?
July 20, 2026
Newly qualified nurses face NHS employment bottleneck

Newly qualified nurses face NHS employment bottleneck

Newly qualified nurses face NHS employment bottleneck. A significant workforce development reported yesterday on the19 July 2026 indicates
July 17, 2026
British Steel at sunrise with flag

Major UK workers development: British Steel taken into public ownership

British Steel into public ownership, safeguarding approximately 2,700 direct jobs at the Scunthorpe steelworks and supporting thousands more
July 16, 2026
Shifting time across day and night

Could permanent daylight saving time change working life in the UK?

Could permanent daylight saving time change working life in the UK? The United States has taken a significant step towards ending its twice-yearly clock changes
July 15, 2026
New and improved jobs page UK

Find your next opportunity: The Workers Union launches a fast and live enhanced UK jobs service

Find your next job opportunity: Workers Union launches a fast and live enhanced UK jobs service. Jobs service for workers across every major sector and region
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