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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Public sector strikes: where are we now
The Explainer Government announces deals with train drivers but further walkouts are on the cards
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK 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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Strikes: is Sunak nearing the end of his unions problem?
Today's Big Question RMT calls off upcoming train staff walkouts but further industrial action looms
By Julia O'Driscoll Published
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Is the NHS pay deal a win for striking nurses?
Today's Big Question Unions hailed ‘historic victory’ but reports question whether 5% rise will be paid for by more cost-cutting
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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Strikes: will ‘divide and rule’ tactics break the impasse with unions?
Today's Big Question GMB union describes the government’s ‘serious’ offer to nurses as a ‘back-room deal’
By Arion McNicoll Published
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Winter strikes: can a resolution be found?
Today's Big Question New talks raise prospect of an end to industrial action but government bill might halt progress
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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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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What can Sunak learn from Thatcher about taking on the unions?
Today's Big Question The ‘Iron Lady’ only opposed striking workers from a position of strength with public support – unlike the current PM
By The Week Staff Published
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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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Winter strikes: is the UK facing a ‘Christmas of discontent’?
Today's Big Question Mass strikes across multiple public services spell disruption on a scale not seen since 1978
By Arion McNicoll 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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What is the Enough is Enough campaign aiming to achieve?
Today's Big Question RMT union chief Mick Lynch is supporting the new grassroots movement
By Chas Newkey-Burden Published
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