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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
July 15, 2026
UK labour market recovery update

UK jobs market shows signs of recovery as temporary hiring surges across Britain

UK jobs market shows signs of recovery as temporary hiring surges across BritainThe UK's jobs market is showing the first signs of ...
July 14, 2026
Government launches £3.5 billion employment support drive with new innovation fund for disabled workers

Government launches £3.5 billion employment support drive with new innovation fund for disabled workers

Government launches £3.5 billion employment support drive with new innovation fund for disabled workers. New Pathways to Work Innovation Fund
July 13, 2026
£28.5 Billion a Year Cost to UK Economy for Workplace Disciplinary Investigations

£28.5 Billion a Year Cost to UK Economy for Workplace Disciplinary Investigations

Poorly managed workplace disciplinary investigations are costing the UK economy £28.5 billion annually. The Workers Union examines what this means for UK workers and why fair workplace procedures matter more than ever.
July 10, 2026
Friday early finish because it’s too hot - Friday afternoon at the warehouse exit

Friday early finish because it’s too hot? Workers ask whether bosses should send staff home in the heat

Friday early finish because it's too hot? UK workers ask whether employers should send staff home during heatwaves as temperatures continue to rise across Britain.
July 9, 2026
Why British pubs matter to both workers and communities

Why British pubs matter to both workers and communities

Why British pubs matter to both workers and communities. The British pub is far more than somewhere to buy a pint. The loss of pubs means more than empty buildings
July 8, 2026
NHS staff standards and support

NHS staff working conditions standards launched: New rules to improve work life

The government has published new NHS staff standards designed to improve working conditions, tackle workplace harassment and strengthen leadership across England's health service. Find out what the changes mean for NHS workers.
July 7, 2026
HSE takes unprecedented action against occupational health provider

HSE takes unprecedented action against occupational health provider over worker safety failures

HSE takes unprecedented action against occupational health provider over worker safety failures. Workers at risk of developing life-changing occupational illnesses.
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