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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.
December 5, 2025
UK crackdown on illegal workers finds 60 food delivery riders facing removal

UK crackdown on illegal workers finds 60 food delivery riders facing removal

National enforcement finds 60 illegal delivery riders facing removal from the UK, raising concerns over fairness and worker protections.
December 3, 2025
£200,000 fine after serious workplace injury at wood burner manufacturers

£200,000 fine after serious workplace injury at wood burner manufacturers

A worker’s leg amputation at a UK manufacturer leads to a £200,000 HSE fine, highlighting the urgent need for risk assessments, training, and safe working practices.
December 2, 2025
UK firms hit with nearly £1m in penalties as illegal working crackdown intensifies

UK firms hit with nearly £1m in penalties as illegal working crackdown intensifies

UK firms hit with nearly £1m in penalties as illegal working crackdown intensifies. Government issues £950k in fines to nine contractors for illegal working as concerns rise over exploitation risks in the construction sector. Written for UK workers.
December 1, 2025
UK workers job law overhaul what workers must know about employment rights

UK workers job law overhaul: what workers must know about employment rights

What workers must know about employment rights. The UK government’s sweeping reforms to employment law — embodied in the Employment Rights Bill
December 1, 2025
Agency crews now join Birmingham depot protest as waste strike escalates

Agency crews now join Birmingham depot protest as waste strike escalates

Agency waste crews have joined full-time Birmingham staff on protest lines, suspending city collections today. The Workers Union urges talks..
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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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