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University bosses attempt to intimidate striking staff

22 January 2014

University bosses have been accused of using methods of intimidation against their members of staff in attempt to discourage them from taking strike action.

Bedroom tax targets the weak and vulnerable

21 January 2014

The bedroom tax has once again caused controversy as five severely disabled tenants challenge the housing benefit cut, arguing that it is an attack against the poor and vulnerable.

Rise in employment limited to London and the South East

20 January 2014

A report by the TUC has shown that the chances of getting a job in the North East, North West, West Midlands and South West have decreased ever since 2010. According to the report, any recovery in employment is skewed to London and the South East of Britain.

Inequality leads to unrest at work

20 January 2014

According to a report, the recent rise in levels of sickness and strikes is due to inequality and low pay at work. It seems that workers are not satisfied with the low pay that many of them receive in comparison to their fat cat bosses.

News Brief 17/01/2014

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This week authored by Laura Ryder

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