Trade Unions
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How the 2024 election set the Teamsters on a collision course with their own union
The Explainer The traditionally Democrat-leaning group broke decades of precedent with overtures to the GOP, capping with a refusal to endorse any candidate for the White House. It is a decision that is not sitting well with many rank and file members
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Was Teamster boss' RNC speech a watershed moment for unions or betrayal of labor?
In The Spotlight Sean O'Brien pushed bipartisanship at one of the most partisan events of the year, but not everyone is on board with his unexpected political outreach
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Trade unions explained in 60 seconds: ideas that changed the world
In Depth How organised labour fought for rights in the modern workplace
By Rebecca Messina, The Week UK Last updated
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Minimum service levels and the right to strike
Talking Point Government’s proposed anti-strike laws will soon be debated by MPs
By Kate Samuelson Last updated
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Rail strikes: whose side is the public on?
Talking Point Opinion split over who is to blame for month of train disruptions following failed talks between transport officials and unions
By The Week Staff Published
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National nursing strike: should the patient ‘always come first’?
Talking Point Recent YouGov poll found that 65% of public approves of strike action
By The Week Staff Published
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Why nurses are taking historic strike action
Speed Read Royal College of Nursing members have voted to strike for the first time ever
By Richard Windsor Published
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‘Sexual assault victims’ wellbeing mustn’t be subordinate to public interest’
Instant Opinion Your digest of analysis from the British and international press
By The best columns Published
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Unions of all kinds are flexing their muscles. Should we be celebrating?
feature New Unite union boss Sharon Graham has promised to make every UK workplace ‘action ready’ and vowed to take on Amazon
By The Week Staff Published
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British wages are being squeezed - here’s why
In Depth Report says former Labour heartlands in the north of England have been hit hardest
By The Week Staff Last updated
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What is behind the Christmas rail strikes?
Speed Read RMT union plans industrial action for most of December over role of guards
By James Ashford Published
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Nutella protests: what workers are angry about
In Depth Striking staff blockade French site over pay demands, halting 80% of production
By The Week Staff Published
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Are Amazon’s warehouse robots a threat to its workers?
In Depth Accident in New Jersey puts new focus on retailer’s warehouse working conditions
By The Week Staff Published
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Is this the end of austerity?
Speed Read Government public sector pay rise labelled ‘derisory’ amid fears it could be funded by further cuts
By The Week Staff Last updated
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