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Dairy Home delivery Home Shopping Production and Manufacturing Retail Food Retail Non-food Transport Warehouse and Distribution Displaying results 851 - 950 (of 1852) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 ...38 next Three-quarters of retail staff say abuse has been worse during the pandemic - Usdaw launches Respect for Shopworkers Week 16 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today launched Respect for Shopworkers Week with shocking statistics from their annual survey. Interim results from over 2,000 retail staff show that so far this year: BCM Fareva dispute: Usdaw to ballot on industrial action at the Nottinghamshire based manufacturer of Boots products 11 November 2020 Usdaw, the trade union for staff at BCM Ltd is to ballot members on industrial action in a year-long pay dispute with BCM Ltd, which is part of the Fareva group and is based at the Boots site in Beeston, Nottinghamshire. 'Real' Living Wage uprating welcomed - Usdaw continues the campaign for at least £10 per hour for all workers 09 November 2020 Retail trade union leader Paddy Lillis has welcomed today’s increase in Living Wage rates, as set by the Living Wage Foundation, and continues to call for at least £10 per hour for workers of all ages. London Assembly supports Usdaw campaign to protect shopworkers from violence, threats and abuse 06 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed London Assembly support for the union’s Freedom From Fear campaign, which seeks to prevent violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers. Chancellor's necessary extension to furlough doesn't address injustices for the low paid says Usdaw 05 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is disappointed that the Chancellor hasn’t taken the opportunity to ensure the lowest paid workers don’t pay the price for a second lockdown in England, as he today announced a necessary extension of the Job Retention Scheme to the end of March next year. Sainsbury's and Argos restructuring plans - Usdaw to enter into consultations to secure the best deal for staff 05 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is to enter into consultation meetings with Sainsbury’s/Argos management over their proposed restructuring. English second lockdown: Usdaw urges customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers 05 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is calling on customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers, as the second lockdown starts today in England, and is highlighting five simple steps to encourage considerate shopping: PM must address the impact of a second lockdown on retail says Usdaw 02 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis has called on the Prime Minister to use today’s statement to the House of Commons to set out measures to support the retail industry through a second lockdown. Usdaw welcomes clarity from the Welsh Government on the Non-essential Retail Guidance during the firebreak 29 October 2020 Following the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Wales, a 17-day firebreak was implemented to help bring Coronavirus under control, this came into effect on 23 October. Usdaw Welcomes Keir Starmer’s Commitment to Implement EHRC Recommendations and Rebuild Trust with the Jewish Community 29 October 2020 Usdaw welcomes Labour Party leader Kier Starmer’s commitment to implementing the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (ECHR) recommendations. Usdaw endorses Susan Hinchcliffe for West Yorkshire Mayor 26 October 2020 Usdaw is backing Bradford Council leader Susan Hinchcliffe to be the Labour candidate in the first West Yorkshire Mayoral election. Save UnionLearn: Usdaw writes to all MPs urging them to back the campaign to reverse the Government's funding cut 23 October 2020 The Government has announced that it will be scrapping the Union Learning Fund in England next year and Usdaw, along with other trade unions and the TUC, are calling for the move to be reconsidered. To close a unique scheme that provides access to learning for around 200,000 workers each year and has been running since 1998 at a time when it is needed most makes no sense. Wales Firebreak: Usdaw urges customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers 23 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw welcomes the Welsh Government’s revised guidance on non-essential items in shops that will remain open during the ‘firebreak’ and urges customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers. Job Support Scheme doesn't reach the workers it needs to says Usdaw - high street retailers urgently need Government support 22 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw regrets that the Chancellor made no mention of retail in today’s statement on extending the Job Support Scheme. Many retail businesses that are not required to close are impacted by Covid restrictions and jobs are under threat. MPs' report on Universal Credit five-week wait welcomed by Usdaw - the Government must act to tackle poverty 20 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed an MPs’ report that addresses the Universal Credit five-week wait and calls on the Government to listen and act to help families out of poverty. Usdaw urges governments and employers to work with unions to safeguard jobs and incomes during the Welsh 'Firebreak' 19 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is calling on the UK and Welsh Governments, along with employers, to work with trade unions to safeguard jobs and incomes, as the First Minister announces that Wales will go into a national lockdown from Friday 23 October until Monday 9 November. Reconsider Union Learn funding cut - shopworkers' trade union leader tells the Government 19 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis has written to the Secretary of State for Education urging the Government to reconsider their shock announcement to withdraw all funding for the Union Learning Fund from the end of March 2021 in England. Respect shopworkers, support retail and give the workforce a voice says Usdaw as the Stormont Executive announces new Covid restrictions 15 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has called on customers to respect shopworkers after the Northern Ireland First Minister announced the closure of the hospitality sector, with off-licences and supermarkets not allowed to sell alcohol after 8pm, for four weeks from Friday. Nearly half of shop workers have been impacted by the 10pm curfew on hospitality and Usdaw survey finds 14 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has surveyed over 1,000 shop workers about the impact of the Government’s blanket 10pm curfew for hospitality and found that nearly have had suffered abuse, anti-social behaviour and other issues. Keir Starmer is right to follow the science and call for a circuit break to hold back Covid-19 says Usdaw 13 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed the Labour leader calling for a circuit break for up to three weeks to help hold back the spread of Covid-19, give the track and trace programme a chance to catch up and the Government to get back in control of the virus. World Mental Health Day: Usdaw says 'it's good to talk' as the Covid-19 crisis impacts workers 10 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis is marking today’s World Mental Health Day by celebrating the role of trade union workplace reps in supporting members and highlighting the impact of the coronavirus crisis on workers’ mental health. Chancellor's job support scheme extension fails to address the knock-on effect on retail says Usdaw 09 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is concerned that today’s announcement by the Chancellor to extend the Job Support Scheme doesn’t help retail stores that remain open. On a day when statistics show footfall reduced last month, Usdaw is concerned that closing the hospitality sector will inevitably have a devastating impact on an already struggling retail industry. Usdaw welcomes unanimous support from the Scottish Parliament's Petitions Committee for Ne'er Day closing 08 October 2020 Shop workers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s unanimous decision to back a petition to end New Year’s Day trading in large stores. The committee agreed to write to stakeholders within the retail industry and urge the Scottish Government to conduct the required consultation. Follow the Scottish Government Covid-19 rules and respect shop workers says Usdaw 07 October 2020 Retail trade union has responded to today’s tightening of the Covid-19 restrictions, by the Scottish Government, with a call for respect for shop workers. From this weekend, shops across Scotland are to return to 2 metre physical distancing and reintroduce safety measures put in place earlier in the pandemic. Has the Government given up on the high street? Usdaw asks in response to the PM's conference speech 06 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has criticised the Chancellor and the Prime Minister for their speeches to the Conservative Party Annual Conference because of a total absence of help for struggling high streets, after record store closures and job losses. Asda now has a more certain future - Usdaw will work with the new owners to secure jobs in Northern Ireland 02 October 2020 Usdaw is the trade union for Asda workers in Northern Ireland. The union welcomes today’s confirmation of the sale of Asda to EG Group from Walmart, after years of uncertainty, and looks forward to working with the new owners to grow the business and secure jobs. Usdaw and retailers call for an inquiry into the growing problem of violence and abuse against shop workers 01 October 2020 A retail industry coalition, including Usdaw, has today jointly written to Rt Hon Yvette Cooper MP, Chair of the Home Affairs Committee, calling for an inquiry into violence and abuse against staff. The coalition also includes: British Retail Consortium (BRC), Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) and National Federation of Retail Newsagents (NRFN). Government objects to a new law to protect shop workers from assault - Usdaw urges them to listen to staff and retailers 25 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is deeply disappointed by today’s Government objection to a Bill to protect shop workers from violent attacks, which is also supported by retail employers and their representative bodies. Usdaw and retailers call on the Government to legislate to protect shop workers from violence threats and abuse 24 September 2020 Retail trade union leader Paddy Lillis has welcomed the support of retail employers and their representative bodies for legislation to protect shopworkers from violence. Tomorrow (25 September 2020) the Assaults on Retail Workers (Offences) Bill, promoted by Alex Norris MP (Labour/Co-op, Nottingham North) is timetabled for its second reading in the House of Commons. New law to protect Scottish shopworkers from violence and abuse progresses - Usdaw welcomes the support of MSPs 24 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw welcomes today’s Scottish Parliament stage one unanimous vote for a new law to protect shop workers from abuse, allowing the Bill to go to detailed scrutiny in committee. The Protection of Workers (Retail and Age-restricted Goods and Services) (Scotland) Bill is promoted by Daniel Johnson MSP. Chancellor offers no specific help for the retail industry - Usdaw says this is a missed opportunity 24 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is disappointed that the Chancellor has missed an opportunity to be bold and implement meaningful action to rebuild the retail industry and level the playing field between the high street and online retailers by announcing an online sales tax. Usdaw urges the Chancellor to be bold to help save our shops and retail jobs 23 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw urges the Chancellor to be bold with a new jobs retention scheme to help prevent a tsunami of job losses in tomorrow’s much needed economic statement. The union also calls for meaningful action to rebuild the retail industry and level the playing field between the high street and online retailers by announcing an online sales tax. Covid-19 is now a bigger flashpoint for abuse of shopworkers than shoplifting and age ID an Usdaw survey finds 23 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has found through a survey of over 2,000 shop workers that enforcing social distancing measures and the wearing of face coverings are now the biggest triggers for abuse of shopworkers. In past years similar surveys have consistently found that theft from shops and age identification have been the major flashpoints. Respect shop workers and stay safe says Usdaw following the Prime Minister's statement 22 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today called on the shopping public to respect retail workers and follow the necessary in-store safety measures to keep us all safe, following the House of Commons statement by the Prime Minister. Keir Starmer's new leadership offers a credible alternative to Tory incompetence says Usdaw 22 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s keynote address to Labour Connected by Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, where he thanked shop workers and all key workers for changing people’s lives and making a difference and promised a new leadership in contrast to Tory incompetence. Usdaw shop worker speaks out at a Labour Connected rally for key workers 21 September 2020 Labour’s Deputy Leader Angela Rayner tonight hosted a Labour Connected rally for key workers, to celebrate and thank the frontline heroes of the Coronavirus crisis. An Usdaw member and supermarket worker from North Wales joined other key workers to talk about their experiences during to Covid-19 pandemic. Radical action is needed to save our shops, including an online sales tax - Usdaw tells Labour Connected 21 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today called for an online sales tax to help rebuild the retail industry and level the playing field between the high street and online retailers, along with a new deal for workers on pay and job security. Anneliese Dodds sets out a Labour recovery plan that works with businesses and trade unions - Usdaw welcomes a different approach 21 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s address, to Labour Connected, by Anneliese Dodds who set out Labour’s plan to work with businesses and trade unions to help Britain recover, retrain and rebuild. Angela Rayner's commitment to fighting any attempt to freeze minimum wage rates welcomed by Usdaw 20 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s keynote address to Labour Connected by Angela Rayner, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, where she hailed the efforts of millions of low-paid key workers who kept the country safe, fed and connected and went on to commit the Party to fighting any attempt to freeze minimum wage rates. Fix flexible working to help make women's jobs more secure and family friendly - Usdaw tells Labour Women Connected 19 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today called on the Government deliver on its commitment to making flexible work the default, to become a day-one right for all workers and for decisions to be challengeable. The union highlights how existing flexible contracts undermine women workers ability to balance work and caring responsibilities and calls for more secure and predictable contracts. Wales Retail Consortium and Usdaw jointly campaign for a tougher response for those who assault retail staff 18 September 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw and the trade association Wales Retail Consortium (WRC) are both campaigning for better legislation to protect shopworkers from violence. Cut business rates for retailers and fund it with an online sales tax - Usdaw tells the Government 18 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today responded to a HM Treasury consultation on the current business rates system and asks the Government to implement an online sales tax to fund a cut in business rates and create a level playing field between online and bricks and mortar retail. Usdaw welcomes support for a new law to protect Scottish shop workers from violence and abuse 18 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed the support of MSPs across the parties and the Scottish Government for a new law to protect shop workers from abuse, ahead of the stage one debate in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 24 September 2020. Usdaw calls on MSPs to back the bill and for the Scottish Government to help it through the remaining stages before next year’s general election. Government responds to Usdaw petition with little more than sympathy on abuse of shop workers 16 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is disappointed but not surprised by today’s Government response to a parliamentary petition that seeks to protect retail staff from violence, threats and abuse with little more than sympathy. Usdaw continues to campaign for 100,000 signatures that should trigger a parliamentary debate. Congress 2020: Keir Starmer backs Usdaw’s call for government support to save retail jobs – ‘we can’t go back to business as usual’ 15 September 2020 Shop workers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed Keir Starmer’s backing for targeted government support to help struggling sectors like retail, so that we can save jobs, keep shops open and help struggling high streets. Usdaw welcomes clarification that spitting and coughing is assault, but calls for shop workers to be specifically protected 15 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today responded to a Sentencing Council consultation on assault offences, which proposes the introduction of ‘intention to cause fear of serious harm, including disease transmission’ as a high culpability factor, with 'spitting or coughing' as an aggravating factor. Usdaw welcomes this, but says it needs to be clearer that all workers who provide a service to the public in the course of their employment are covered and specifically retail workers. Congress 2020: Usdaw calls for a new deal for workers and a retail recovery plan to save jobs, shops and our struggling high streets 15 September 2020 Shop worker’s trade union Usdaw has today called on the Government to work with trade unions and employers on a retail recovery plan to save an industry struggling through the pandemic. The union also called for a new deal for working people based on a living wage and secure employment. Congress 2020: Usdaw welcomes the TUC's call on the Government to include trade unions in working together for a national recovery 14 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s speech to Congress 2020 by Frances O’Grady, making the case for the Government to work with trade unions to put in place a national recovery plan, something that unions have been calling for since the beginning of lockdown. Congress 2020: Usdaw calls for better protection of shop workers 14 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today, at Congress 2020, highlighted the achievements of the trade union movement during the pandemic, deep concerns about increased abuse of workers and called for a change in the law to better protect shop workers. House of Commons committee urged by Usdaw to back a retail recovery plan 14 September 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today responded to the Housing Communities and Local Government Committee call for evidence on supporting our high streets after the impact of Covid-19. Displaying results 851 - 950 (of 1852) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 ...38 next
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