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September 4, 2025
Ambulance staff in Wales face record levels of injury and abuse

Ambulance staff in Wales face record levels of injury and abuse

Ambulance staff in Wales face record levels of injury and abuse. New data reveals record injuries and abuse of Welsh Ambulance Service staff, highlighting urgent safety concerns for UK workers.
September 3, 2025
NHS 24 hires more than 100 new call handlers as waiting times rise

NHS 24 hires more than 100 new call handlers as waiting times rise

NHS 24 hires more than 100 new call handlers as waiting times rise. Scotland’s NHS 24 has recently expanded its workforce by hiring over 100 additional call centre workers in an effort to curb rising waiting times on the 111 service.
September 2, 2025
Transport boost - £104 million to improve daily journeys for workers

Transport boost: £104 million to improve daily journeys for workers

Transport boost: £104 million to improve daily journeys for workers. The government has confirmed a £104 million investment to strengthen local transport links across England.
September 1, 2025
From NHS to warehouse floors, Britain embraces the change

AI revolution transforms work: From NHS to warehouse floors, Britain embraces the change

AI is transforming UK work, from the NHS to logistics and education, boosting efficiency, supporting staff, and shaping a new future.
September 1, 2025
UK workers got a pay rise Back in April 2025 – did you receive yours

UK workers got a pay rise back in April 2025 – did you receive yours?

UK workers got a pay rise Back in April 2025 – did you receive yours? Millions of UK workers should have received a pay rise. Did you get yours? And if not, the question remains – why didn’t you see the increase?
August 29, 2025
Co-op worker unfairly sacked for alleged Michael Jackson impersonation

Co-op worker unfairly sacked for alleged Michael Jackson impersonation

Co-op worker unfairly sacked for alleged Michael Jackson impersonation. A UK warehouse worker has successfully challenged his dismissal after being accused of mocking a colleague by impersonating pop star Michael Jackson.
August 28, 2025
ADHD at work - Why UK employers now have a duty to act

ADHD at work: Why UK employers now have a duty to act

ADHD at work - Why UK employers now have a duty to act. Yet, for many employees living with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), there remains a lack of
August 27, 2025
UK Bus drivers face strike ballot as calls grow for fair pay and conditions

UK Bus drivers face strike ballot as calls grow for fair pay and conditions

UK Bus drivers face strike ballot as calls grow for fair pay and conditions. Tensions are rising across the UK as thousands of bus drivers consider strike action in pursuit of better wages and improved working conditions.
August 27, 2025
UK Care worker sentenced after inappropriate Christmas party incident

UK Care worker sentenced after inappropriate Christmas party incident

UK Care worker sentenced after inappropriate Christmas party incident. Former Suffolk care worker sentenced for battery after Christmas party incident at Ipswich Crown Court.
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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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