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Dairy Home delivery Home Shopping Production and Manufacturing Retail Food Retail Non-food Transport Warehouse and Distribution Displaying results 851 - 950 (of 1879) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 ...38 next Government urged by Usdaw to prioritise frontline retail staff safety, vaccination and testing as the pandemic escalates 04 January 2021 Retail trade union Usdaw has written to health and business ministers calling for urgent Government intervention to protect key workers in the essential service of food retailing, as the rate of Covid infections continues to grow. MPs’ inquiry into violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers welcomed by Usdaw 18 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s announcement of a ‘Violence and abuse towards retail workers’ inquiry by the House of Commons Home Affairs Select Committee. Yesterday the union secured 100,000 signatures on a ‘protect shopworkers’ petition that should now trigger a parliamentary debate. Usdaw protect shopworkers petition passes the 100K signatures needed to trigger a parliamentary debate 17 December 2020 A parliamentary petition that seeks to protect retail staff from violence, threats and abuse has passed the 100,000 signatures needed to trigger a parliamentary debate. Usdaw now seeks the support of MPs and the Government for legislation to protect retail staff. Boohoo chairman bizarrely won’t meet Usdaw because he ‘doesn’t want to join the union’ 16 December 2020 Usdaw, the trade union for Boohoo workers, finds it bizarre that Boohoo chairman, Mahmud Kamani, on several occasions told today’s meeting of the House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee that he didn’t want to meet the union because he doesn’t want to join. Scottish Government urged to make progress on Ne'er Day shop closures consultation – Usdaw welcomes petitions committee support 16 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed the Scottish Parliament’s Petitions Committee today calling on the Scottish Government to make progress on consulting about large stores closing on New Year’s Day and to at least start the process in time for 2022, but to explore whether it can be done for 1 January 2021. BCM Fareva industrial action suspended - Usdaw to ballot members on a new pay offer 14 December 2020 Following the vote of members at BCM Fareva in favour of industrial action, the union requested a further meeting with the Company, to once again seek a negotiated resolution to the dispute. At this meeting, BCM Fareva tabled an offer, which means the industrial action planned for 16 and 17 December has been suspended, pending a ballot of members on this offer. Government again rejects a new law to protect shopworkers from assault - Usdaw urges them to listen to staff and retailers 14 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw was disappointed to again hear a Government Minister reject a Bill to protect shop workers from violent attacks, a measure that is also supported by retail employers. FM’s remarks on Ne’er Day shop closures are not enough says Usdaw, it’s time for the Scottish Government to consult 14 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is calling on the Scottish Government to reverse its opposition to consulting on closing large stores on 1 January, after the First Minister has twice expressed sympathy for shopworkers having a break on New Year’s Day. The Scottish Parliament Petitions Committee will be debating the Usdaw call this Wednesday 16 December. Asda to close stores on Boxing Day - Usdaw urges retailers to give staff a proper festive break 09 December 2020 Usdaw is the trade union for Asda workers in Northern Ireland and has welcomed an announcement that they will close their stores on Boxing Day. MPs to debate the future of the high street, Usdaw calls for urgent action from the Government to 'Save our Shops' and protect jobs 08 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed a House of Commons debate on the future of the high street, which will take place this Thursday 10 December, and urges the Government to work directly with the Union and retail employers to develop a retail recovery plan that will help an industry that was already struggling before the pandemic. B&M to close stores on New Year's Day - Usdaw urges retailers to give staff a proper festive break 07 December 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed an announcement by discount retailer B&M that they will close their stores on New Year’s Day. The company said this is a ‘thank you’ for hard work and commitment during incredibly challenging year and to give staff a ‘well-deserved rest’. Keir Starmer backs Usdaw's call for a retail recovery plan - the Prime Minister's response was disappointing 02 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed the backing of Keir Starmer MP, Leader of the Opposition, for a retail recovery plan. The Labour Leader quizzed the Prime Minister today on the desperate state of the retail industry after the collapse of Arcadia and Debenhams, but Usdaw is deeply disappointed by his response. Usdaw members at BCM Fareva vote decisively for industrial action after rejecting a pay freeze at the Nottingham manufacturer of Boots products 02 December 2020 Usdaw members have voted in favour of industrial action in a formal ballot at BCM Fareva in Nottingham, after the company’s final offer of a pay freeze for the 2020 pay review was overwhelmingly rejected. 'Keep your cool' follow the rules and respect retail staff says Usdaw when shops in England reopen today 02 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is urging customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers when non-essential shops reopen today (Wednesday 2 December). The union is concerned that the four week shutdown could result in overcrowding and abuse of shopworkers if there is a rush back to the high street. Debenhams liquidation is devastating for staff and the high street - Usdaw calls on the Government to act to save our shops 01 December 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is seeking urgent meetings with Debenhams’ administrators and urges them to treat staff with fairness and dignity, after news that the company is being liquidated. Usdaw also urges the Government to work with employers and the union to develop an urgent recovery plan for retail. Arcadia administration: Usdaw questions how many retail companies need to fail before the Government takes action to save our shops 30 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is seeking urgent meetings with Arcadia’s administrators, to engage in talks in an attempt to save jobs and ensure staff are treated fairly. Usdaw also urges the Government to work with employers and the union to develop an urgent recovery plan for retail, an industry that was already struggling before the pandemic. Opening stores for 24 hours is not the answer to the retail industry's woes says Usdaw, the Government needs a recovery plan 30 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has cautioned the Government against fiddling at the edges and called for substantial action as part of a retail recovery plan to help the industry through the Covid-19 pandemic. Devastating news for Arcadia workers just before Christmas - Usdaw urges the Government to support the high street 27 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is calling on Arcadia management to engage in talks to try to save jobs and ensure staff are treated fairly. Usdaw also urges the Government to work with employers and the union to develop and an urgent recovery plan for retail, an industry that was already struggling before the pandemic. This year more than ever, shopworkers deserve a decent break at Christmas, says Usdaw 27 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis has today written an open letter to the heads of the UK’s major retailers calling on them to reject Boxing Day trading and give the staff a decent break over Christmas. Minimum wage increase is not enough and Universal Credit uplift should have been made permanent says Usdaw 25 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is disappointed that low paid workers will not get the full minimum wage increase they were promised. The increase of 19p to £8.91 an hour doesn’t meet the union’s call for £10 per hour, the real living wage rate of £9.50 or even the Government’s previously projected rate of £9.21. Lack of Government consultation on UnionLearn cut exposed in Lords questions - Usdaw calls for a rethink 24 November 2020 Usdaw has condemned the Government’s lack of consultation on ending the Union Learning Fund. This was exposed today in a House of Lords question from Lord Watson (Labour Shadow Education Spokesperson) to Baroness Penn (Conservative Government Spokesperson). Midcounties Co-op to close stores early on Christmas Eve - Usdaw urges retailers to give staff a proper festive break 24 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed an announcement by Midcounties Co-operative that on Christmas Eve, to give staff some extra time with family and friends, all food stores will close at 5pm. With non-essential stores set to reopen - Usdaw calls on customers to follow the rules and for retail staff to be prioritised for the vaccine and testing 23 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is calling on customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers, as non-essential stores in England are set to reopen. The union is also urging the Government to ensure shopworkers and delivery drivers are high on the priority list for vaccines and routine testing. Usdaw petition tops 80K after a Respect for Shopworkers Week boost 23 November 2020 A parliamentary petition that seeks to protect retail staff from violence, threats and abuse has passed 80,000 signatures following the annual Respect for Shopworkers Week. Usdaw continues to campaign for 100,000 signatures that should trigger a parliamentary debate. Retail industry unites in a call to respect shopworkers - Usdaw continues campaign for 100,000 petition signatures 20 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw and community retailer the Co-op today organised a round table event for the retail industry and police representatives. Usdaw disappointed as Government minister fails to understand the unique contribution of UnionLearn 18 November 2020 Usdaw has expressed deep disappointment about the response of the Skills Minister to today’s House of Commons Westminster Hall debate about the decision of the Government to end the Union Learning Fund, which delivers access to lifelong learning for around 200,000 workers each year. New law to protect Scottish shopworkers moves to the next stage Usdaw welcomes the progress 17 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw welcomes protection of shopworkers legislation passing stage two in the Scottish Parliament, which would make it a specific offence to abuse, threaten or assault a shopworker. Three-quarters of retail staff say abuse has been worse during the pandemic - Usdaw launches Respect for Shopworkers Week 16 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has today launched Respect for Shopworkers Week with shocking statistics from their annual survey. Interim results from over 2,000 retail staff show that so far this year: BCM Fareva dispute: Usdaw to ballot on industrial action at the Nottinghamshire based manufacturer of Boots products 11 November 2020 Usdaw, the trade union for staff at BCM Ltd is to ballot members on industrial action in a year-long pay dispute with BCM Ltd, which is part of the Fareva group and is based at the Boots site in Beeston, Nottinghamshire. 'Real' Living Wage uprating welcomed - Usdaw continues the campaign for at least £10 per hour for all workers 09 November 2020 Retail trade union leader Paddy Lillis has welcomed today’s increase in Living Wage rates, as set by the Living Wage Foundation, and continues to call for at least £10 per hour for workers of all ages. London Assembly supports Usdaw campaign to protect shopworkers from violence, threats and abuse 06 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed London Assembly support for the union’s Freedom From Fear campaign, which seeks to prevent violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers. Chancellor's necessary extension to furlough doesn't address injustices for the low paid says Usdaw 05 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is disappointed that the Chancellor hasn’t taken the opportunity to ensure the lowest paid workers don’t pay the price for a second lockdown in England, as he today announced a necessary extension of the Job Retention Scheme to the end of March next year. Sainsbury's and Argos restructuring plans - Usdaw to enter into consultations to secure the best deal for staff 05 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is to enter into consultation meetings with Sainsbury’s/Argos management over their proposed restructuring. English second lockdown: Usdaw urges customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers 05 November 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is calling on customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers, as the second lockdown starts today in England, and is highlighting five simple steps to encourage considerate shopping: PM must address the impact of a second lockdown on retail says Usdaw 02 November 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis has called on the Prime Minister to use today’s statement to the House of Commons to set out measures to support the retail industry through a second lockdown. Usdaw welcomes clarity from the Welsh Government on the Non-essential Retail Guidance during the firebreak 29 October 2020 Following the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Wales, a 17-day firebreak was implemented to help bring Coronavirus under control, this came into effect on 23 October. Usdaw Welcomes Keir Starmer’s Commitment to Implement EHRC Recommendations and Rebuild Trust with the Jewish Community 29 October 2020 Usdaw welcomes Labour Party leader Kier Starmer’s commitment to implementing the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (ECHR) recommendations. Usdaw endorses Susan Hinchcliffe for West Yorkshire Mayor 26 October 2020 Usdaw is backing Bradford Council leader Susan Hinchcliffe to be the Labour candidate in the first West Yorkshire Mayoral election. Save UnionLearn: Usdaw writes to all MPs urging them to back the campaign to reverse the Government's funding cut 23 October 2020 The Government has announced that it will be scrapping the Union Learning Fund in England next year and Usdaw, along with other trade unions and the TUC, are calling for the move to be reconsidered. To close a unique scheme that provides access to learning for around 200,000 workers each year and has been running since 1998 at a time when it is needed most makes no sense. Wales Firebreak: Usdaw urges customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers 23 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw welcomes the Welsh Government’s revised guidance on non-essential items in shops that will remain open during the ‘firebreak’ and urges customers to follow the rules and respect shopworkers. Job Support Scheme doesn't reach the workers it needs to says Usdaw - high street retailers urgently need Government support 22 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw regrets that the Chancellor made no mention of retail in today’s statement on extending the Job Support Scheme. Many retail businesses that are not required to close are impacted by Covid restrictions and jobs are under threat. MPs' report on Universal Credit five-week wait welcomed by Usdaw - the Government must act to tackle poverty 20 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has welcomed an MPs’ report that addresses the Universal Credit five-week wait and calls on the Government to listen and act to help families out of poverty. Usdaw urges governments and employers to work with unions to safeguard jobs and incomes during the Welsh 'Firebreak' 19 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is calling on the UK and Welsh Governments, along with employers, to work with trade unions to safeguard jobs and incomes, as the First Minister announces that Wales will go into a national lockdown from Friday 23 October until Monday 9 November. Reconsider Union Learn funding cut - shopworkers' trade union leader tells the Government 19 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis has written to the Secretary of State for Education urging the Government to reconsider their shock announcement to withdraw all funding for the Union Learning Fund from the end of March 2021 in England. Respect shopworkers, support retail and give the workforce a voice says Usdaw as the Stormont Executive announces new Covid restrictions 15 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has called on customers to respect shopworkers after the Northern Ireland First Minister announced the closure of the hospitality sector, with off-licences and supermarkets not allowed to sell alcohol after 8pm, for four weeks from Friday. Nearly half of shop workers have been impacted by the 10pm curfew on hospitality and Usdaw survey finds 14 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw has surveyed over 1,000 shop workers about the impact of the Government’s blanket 10pm curfew for hospitality and found that nearly have had suffered abuse, anti-social behaviour and other issues. Keir Starmer is right to follow the science and call for a circuit break to hold back Covid-19 says Usdaw 13 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed the Labour leader calling for a circuit break for up to three weeks to help hold back the spread of Covid-19, give the track and trace programme a chance to catch up and the Government to get back in control of the virus. World Mental Health Day: Usdaw says 'it's good to talk' as the Covid-19 crisis impacts workers 10 October 2020 Shopworkers’ trade union leader Paddy Lillis is marking today’s World Mental Health Day by celebrating the role of trade union workplace reps in supporting members and highlighting the impact of the coronavirus crisis on workers’ mental health. Chancellor's job support scheme extension fails to address the knock-on effect on retail says Usdaw 09 October 2020 Retail trade union Usdaw is concerned that today’s announcement by the Chancellor to extend the Job Support Scheme doesn’t help retail stores that remain open. On a day when statistics show footfall reduced last month, Usdaw is concerned that closing the hospitality sector will inevitably have a devastating impact on an already struggling retail industry. Usdaw welcomes unanimous support from the Scottish Parliament's Petitions Committee for Ne'er Day closing 08 October 2020 Shop workers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s unanimous decision to back a petition to end New Year’s Day trading in large stores. The committee agreed to write to stakeholders within the retail industry and urge the Scottish Government to conduct the required consultation. Displaying results 851 - 950 (of 1879) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 ...38 next
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