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Grayling considers further anti-trade union legislation

13 December 2016

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has said he will consider looking into further anti-trade union legislation following today's ASLEF and RMT strikes against Southern Rail.

Amazon workers sleep in tents

12 December 2016

Amazon workers have been forced to sleep in tents near their place of work because they cannot afford transport, it has been revealed in the latest shocking story of exploitation and low pay.

Govt publishes new draft code on industrial action

08 December 2016

The government has today published the new draft code of practice for industrial action and ballots, and the new draft code of practice for picketing, which have now been laid before Parliament.

Wales to consult on Trade Union Act in 2017

08 December 2016

The Welsh Assembly’s Communities, Equality and Local Government Committee has given prior notice that it intends to consult on changes to parts of the Trade Union Act 2016 before implementation in Wales.

Sports Direct bosses blame everyone but themselves for bad reputation

08 December 2016

Sports Direct has seen its reputation suffer after investigations into the company showed widespread exploitation of staff, but one of the company's bosses feels this is campaigners' fault for publicising the firm's behaviour.

Govt announces further plans to change employment tribunals

07 December 2016

The government has announced further plans to change the employment tribunal process, at a time access to justice is a major concern for workers' rights advocates.

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