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Dairy Home delivery Home Shopping Production and Manufacturing Retail Food Retail Non-food Transport Warehouse and Distribution Displaying results 1601 - 1700 (of 1852) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 next Usdaw welcomes a debate and vote of the roll out of Universal Credit and urges action for weekly paid workers 17 October 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed a debate and vote in the House of Commons on the roll out of Universal Credit (UC), secured by the Labour Party as an opposition day debate tomorrow, Wednesday 18 October. Usdaw welcomes a cross-party attempt to protect shopworkers from violence, threats and abuse 12 October 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed an early day motion, with cross-party support, calling on the Government to introduce legislation providing an additional penalty for those who assault workers in the course of their duties World Mental Health Day - Usdaw praises the role of workplace trade union reps 10 October 2017 Around 12 million people a year see their GP about a mental health problem, but many workers with anxiety or depression face negative attitudes and even disciplinary action because of their condition. Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett is marking this year’s World Mental Health Day, on 10 October, by praising the role of trade union workplace reps in supporting members experiencing mental health problems. Sign up today to support Usdaw's 'respect for shopworkers' Thunderclap 09 October 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett is asking shoppers to ‘keep your cool and respect shopworkers’ the key theme of Respect for Shopworkers Week (13-19 November 2017). You can help spread the message to your friends and followers on social media by signing up to the Thunderclap: www.usdaw.org.uk/FFFThunderclap Usdaw tackles racism and insecure employment at the STUC Black Workers’ Conference 06 October 2017 The shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw will be raising the issues racism and insecure employment at the Scottish Trade Union Congress Black Workers’ Conference on 7-8 October in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire. Usdaw has a delegation of Scottish black workers participating in the conference. Union Elections 2018 Timetable 01 October 2017 Union Elections 2018 timetable, showing key dates: We need a Labour Government to sort out the housing crisis says Usdaw 27 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed Labour's review of housing policy which will examine building, planning, regulation and management and result in a "radical programme of action". Labour's cradle-to-grave national education service is welcomed by Usdaw 26 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed today’s promise to provide education that is "free at the point of use, available universally and throughout life", announced by Angela Raynor MP, Shadow Education Minister. Labour Conference backs Usdaw's call for action to protect insecure workers 26 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has today called for action to tackle unfair and precarious employment practices, which is becoming the norm for millions of workers. Chuka Umunna sets out at an Usdaw fringe meeting a 3-point plan to protect workers' rights after Brexit 25 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett today chaired a fringe meeting at the Labour Party Conference in Brighton about Brexit and protecting workers’ rights. On the panel was Melanie Onn MP for Great Grimsby and Chuka Umunna MP for Streatham. Usdaw secures a new agreement giving 20,000 B&M workers a trade union voice 24 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has secured a new recognition agreement with retail discounter B&M Bargains, which allows the union to recruit and organise the company’s retail staff. Usdaw takes their 'no room for racism' campaign to the TUC 13 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has today called on the TUC to lead campaigns against racism in workplaces and our communities. Usdaw health and safety rep wins TUC national award 12 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has congratulated Anthony Lampey on winning the TUC health and safety rep of the award. Tony collected the award today from TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady on the stage at this year’s annual Trade Union Congress in Brighton. Only Labour understands that insecurity at work costs us all says Usdaw 12 September 2017 The Trade Union Congress today welcomed Rt Hon Jeremy Corbyn MP, Leader of the Labour Party, to their annual gathering in Brighton. Insecure employment challenges unions to organise workers for a better deal says Usdaw 12 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw today joined calls for workers to join a union to get a better deal at work. Speaking at a TUC fringe meeting at the annual Congress in Brighton, Usdaw rep Raktima Sarkar described the problems insecure workers face and the efforts the union is making to get a better deal. Insecure work and underemployment must be tackled – Usdaw tells the TUC 11 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has today, at the annual Trade Union Congress in Brighton, called for action to tackle the growing problems of insecure work and underemployment. Local Government Association confirms Universal Credit is a ticking time bomb for working families 11 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has called on the Government to act as a report shows that more than two million British families will be £50 a week worse off by the end of the decade due to welfare reforms, inflation and rising rents. Usdaw calls for greater mental health awareness to tackle the stigma workers face 11 September 2017 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett has today called, at the Trade Union Congress, for raised awareness amongst all workers and employers to reduce the stigma and normalise conversations about mental health. Government's shameful record of increasing child poverty is condemned by Usdaw 11 September 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has today, at the annual Trade Union Congress, condemned government policies that have resulted in the lives of many more children being blighted by financial hardship. Usdaw welcomes the continuing investigation by the Pension Regulator into the BHS scandal 22 August 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw welcomed the Pension Regulator’s continuing investigation of the BHS pension scandal, after today announcing their intention to prosecute former BHS owner Dominic Chappell for failing to provide information. Usdaw delighted at ‘landmark’ victory over Employment Tribunal Fees 26 July 2017 The Government has today suffered a unanimous defeat at the Supreme Court in a "landmark" court ruling over their introduction of Employment Tribunal Fees in 2013. Usdaw members concerned by BCM’s decision to sell business to Fareva 25 July 2017 Walgreen Boots Alliance today announced its intention to enter into a ten-year global agreement and sell its Boots Contract Manufacturing businesses to the contract pharmaceutical company, Fareva. The deal will see Fareva manufacture and supply beauty brands and private label products. MPs unite in support of Usdaw members affected by the proposed closure of Tesco Cardiff call centre 21 July 2017 MPs last night debated Tesco’s proposed closure of their Cardiff call centre. The adjournment debate in the House of Commons was called by Anna McMorrin MP (Labour, Cardiff North). And the winner is...Usdaw scoops the TUC best reps communication award 19 July 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has won the prestigious TUC best communication for reps and activists award for the union’s Network magazine. Usdaw welcomes a House of Commons debate on the closure of Tesco Cardiff call centre 19 July 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed a debate on Tesco’s proposed closure of their Cardiff call centre. The adjournment debate will take place at the end of today’s business in the House of Commons and was called by Anna McMorrin MP (Labour, Cardiff North). Insecure employment practices are a major issue - the Government must act following the Taylor Review 13 July 2017 Shopworkers' trade union leader John Hannett has called on the Government to act after the Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices identifies a whole series of problems in the labour market that leave millions of low paid workers in insecure employment. Lincolnshire Co-op staff are shocked by the proposed closure of two distribution centres 11 July 2017 Lincolnshire Co-op has announced plans to close its two food distribution centre sites in Lincoln, putting 111 distribution and office staff at risk of redundancy. Usdaw celebrates decades of progress towards equality at London Pride, but more needs to be done 07 July 2017 Activists from the shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw are joining the London Pride parade tomorrow to celebrate progress towards equality over the last 50 years and focus on continuing the campaign into the future. Derry City & Strabane Council to hear evidence from Usdaw opposing longer Sunday trading hours 06 July 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett is leading a high level delegation giving evidence opposing longer Sunday trading hours to the Health & Community Committee of Derry City & Strabane Council. The meeting starts at 4pm, on Thursday 6 July at the Strabane Council Office. TUC LGBT Conference 2017 - Usdaw championing the rights of transgender workers 05 July 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has a delegation of members and officials attending the Trade Union Congress annual conference for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender workers. ICTU 2017 Conference - Usdaw to call for support for shopworkers on Sunday trading 03 July 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is sending a delegation of members and officials to the Irish Congress of Trade Unions’ Biennial Conference in Belfast, where they will be seeking the support of delegates against extended Sunday trading. The conference runs from 4 to 6 July at the Assembly Buildings. Pensions Regulator's report into BHS is welcomed by Usdaw 29 June 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw welcomes a report that suggests Sir Philip Green sold British Home Stores to avoid liability for the pension scheme and calls for action to prevent it happening again. Usdaw very concerned about further large scale job losses at Tesco head office 29 June 2017 Tesco has today proposed a further restructuring of their head office functions, which impacts 25% of staff, around 1,200 employees, at offices in Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield. Usdaw negotiates a 10.5% pay rise at Tesco as the company sees an upturn in profitability 23 June 2017 Usdaw has negotiated a significant pay rise for all retail staff in Tesco, taking the basic hourly rate to £8.42 over the next two years. Tesco call centre staff shocked by proposed closure of the Cardiff site 21 June 2017 Tesco have briefed their call centre staff on a planned reorganisation of their ‘customer engagement centres’. This involves the closure of the Cardiff site in February 2018, putting 1,200 jobs at risk, with call centre operations moving to the Dundee site where 200 jobs will be created. Keep your cool as temperatures rise says Usdaw 19 June 2017 Extreme temperatures, both very hot and very cold, are a familiar problem for workers. While there is a legally enforceable minimum workplace temperature, there is not a corresponding maximum enforceable temperature. Our thoughts are with the victims of the London Bridge and Borough Market attack 04 June 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has expressed deepest sympathy and condolences to all those involved and affected by the terror attack on London Bridge and in Borough Market. Belfast City Councillors back shopworkers and vote overwhelmingly not to change Sunday trading rules 01 June 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed tonight’s vote, by 37 to 10 at Belfast City Council’s Annual General Meeting, backing a decision of the Strategic Policy & Resources Committee to reject extending Sunday trading hours on 18 weekends a year by exploiting a loophole in the law and designating the city centre a holiday resort. Greencore proposed closure is devastating news for staff and the local community in Evercreech, Somerset 26 May 2017 Chilled food manufacturer Greencore has announced they plan to close their factory at Evercreech in Somerset, putting 400 jobs at risk. Our thoughts are with the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing 23 May 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has expressed deepest sympathy and condolences to all those involved and affected by last night’s horrific terror attack at the Manchester Arena. Shopworkers celebrate a victory on Sunday trading as Belfast City Councillors back Usdaw’s case 19 May 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is celebrating a victory after Belfast City Council’s Strategic Policy & Resources Committee today voted against extending Sunday trading hours and in favour of the status quo. Working grandparents with caring responsibilities are the focus of tomorrow's Usdaw spotlight day 16 May 2017 Usdaw’s Supporting Parents and Carers Spotlight Day on Wednesday 17 May 2017 will highlight the issues workers face when balancing work with caring responsibilities. The focus this year is on the vital role that grandparents play in providing childcare, asking people to consider the Difficult Balancing Act these workers face. Shopworkers to protest at Belfast City Hall over proposed longer Sunday trading hours 16 May 2017 Usdaw is leading a protest of shopworkers outside Belfast City Hall ahead of giving evidence to the Strategic Policy & Resources Committee in opposition to extending Sunday trading hours on Friday 19 May 2017. Labour's manifesto promise to 'reform and redesign Universal Credit' is welcome 16 May 2017 Shopworkers' trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed Labour’s commitment to address the deeply unfair and damaging Universal Credit cuts introduced and continued by successive Conservative Chancellors of the Exchequer. Usdaw campaign supports working grandparents with caring responsibilities – join the Thunderclap 12 May 2017 Usdaw's Supporting Parents and Carers Spotlight Day on Wednesday 17 May 2017 will highlight the Difficult Balancing Act? that workers face when balancing work with looking after someone. The focus this year is on the vital role that grandparents play in providing childcare. Usdaw welcomes the RSA's 'Good Work Initiative' #GoodWorkIs 09 May 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed the ‘Good Work Initiative’ launched by the RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce). Contribute to the initiative by visiting the RSA's What does good work mean for you? web page. Reform pensions auto-enrolment to provide security in retirement for low-paid workers 03 May 2017 The Annual Delegate Meeting of the shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw today backed a call for reform of automatic enrolment in company pension schemes. Conference unanimously supported the abolition of the minimum age and income criteria. Currently a worker needs to be over 22 and earn more than £10,000 per year to be auto-enrolled. Usdaw backs a call for security guards in convenience stores to protect staff from abuse 02 May 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has today backed a call at their annual conference for a higher level security within shops, particularly small convenience stores, and recognise that in-house security leads to a safer and more secure working environment. 85% of shopworkers oppose extended Sunday trading in Belfast 02 May 2017 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has responded to a Belfast City Council consultation with a resounding ‘no’ to extended Sunday trading, after a member survey came out 6:1 against. Tom Watson makes the case for a Labour general election victory at Usdaw’s annual conference 02 May 2017 Tom Watson, Labour’s Deputy Leader, today addressed the Annual Delegate Meeting of the shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens. In a wide-ranging address he set out Labour’s record of delivery, Conservative attacks on working people and Labour’s promise to voters. Displaying results 1601 - 1700 (of 1852) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 next
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