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A - South Wales and Western Region C - Eastern Region E - Midlands Region F - North Eastern Region G - Scottish Region H - Southern Region K - North West Region National Filter by industry Industry... Dairy Home delivery Home Shopping Production and Manufacturing Retail Food Retail Non-food Transport Warehouse and Distribution Displaying results 1751 - 1850 (of 1879) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 next Respect for shopworkers week starts next Monday – sign up to the Usdaw Thunderclap today 09 November 2016 Next week is Respect for Shopworkers Week which, at the start of the very busy Christmas shopping period, aims to remind customers that retail staff are real people who do not deserve to be abused, threatened or assaulted. M&S staff will be desperately worried as a major store reorganisation is announced 08 November 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has called on Marks and Spencer to immediately open up a dialogue with the union to ensure staff are properly represented through a reorganisation that will affect around 100 stores, with 60 set to close over the next five years. Usdaw welcomes this week’s Parliamentary debate on Living Wage Week and calls on employers to pay every worker a real Living Wage 04 November 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed this week’s debate in the House of Commons, which highlighted the gap between the Government’s so-called ‘National Living Wage’ and the real Living Wage. Usdaw Welcomes the Action by the Pensions Regulator on Behalf of BHS Workers 03 November 2016 Usdaw welcomes the move by the Pensions Regulator to force Phillip Green to come up with an acceptable offer to tackle the BHS Pension Fund deficit. Devastating news for 350 workers at 2 Sisters Foods in Merthyr Tydfil 01 November 2016 The 2 Sisters Food Group has announced proposals to close the retail packing operation at their Merthyr Tydfil site with 350 potential job losses. The Company are proposing to move the work to another site in Cornwall. Usdaw welcomes the launch of TUC Young Workers’ Month 01 November 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s launch of TUC Young Workers’ Month. Held in November every year, the aim is to highlight the issues faced by young workers and to promote the benefits of trade unions. Devastating news for workers at Alliance Healthcare in Livingston 31 October 2016 Today Alliance Healthcare announced proposals to change their distribution network in Scotland. The Company are proposing to takeover and invest in an existing DHL (Boots) operation in Coatbridge which would mean the closure of the existing Alliance Healthcare site in Livingston. Sign the TUC petition backing Usdaw's campaign for pensions justice for BHS workers 28 October 2016 Usdaw welcomes a petition launched by the TUC to help with the campaign to get the BHS pension scheme properly funded, so that current and future pensioners can enjoy the benefits they were promised over many years of loyal service. Plymouth Athenaeum exhibiting 'Usdaw: 125 Years Strong' throughout November 2016 27 October 2016 A pop-up exhibition ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will open to the public, free of charge, from 7 to 27 November 2016 at Plymouth Athenaeum. Hastings Museum exhibiting 'Usdaw: 125 Years Strong' throughout November 2016 25 October 2016 A pop-up exhibition ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will open to the public, free of charge, from 1 to 30 November 2016 at Hastings Museum & Art Gallery. Usdaw vows to fight extended Sunday trading in Belfast, as the city council launches a consultation 21 October 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is disappointed that Belfast City Council has agreed to run a consultation on extending Sunday trading hours. Usdaw supports 'Wear Red Day' to show racism the red card 21 October 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has linked in for the second year running with the UK’s leading anti-racism educational charity Show Racism the Red Card to promote their Wear Red Day in workplaces across the UK. Promises to 'sort' the BHS pension scheme must be delivered by Sir Phillip Green says Usdaw 20 October 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw calls on Sir Phillip Green to deliver his promise to ‘sort’ the BHS pension scheme, as MPs debate the select committee report into BHS and his knighthood. The time to 'sort' the BHS pension scheme is long overdue says Usdaw 18 October 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has called on Sir Phillip Green not to lose sight of his promise to ‘sort’ the BHS pension scheme, whilst he is busy employing lawyers to challenge a select committee report. Usdaw praises the work of trade union reps on World Mental Health Day 10 October 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett is marking World Mental Health Day, which takes place on 10 October every year, by celebrating the role of trade union and workplace reps in supporting members experiencing mental health problems. Prime Minister gives no comfort to low-paid working families facing the Universal Credit ticking time bomb says Usdaw 05 October 2016 Shopworkers' trade union leader John Hannett is disappointed that the Prime Minister missed an opportunity to announce reforms to Universal Credit in her keynote speech to the Conservative Party Conference today. Usdaw welcomes minimum wage increases and urges workers to check they’re paid the new rate or above 01 October 2016 The shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has welcomed today’s increase in the minimum wage, set by the Low Pay Commission, and calls on low-paid workers to check their pay packets to ensure they are paid at least the legal minimum rate. Labour's purpose must be to unite the country by John Hannett – Usdaw General Secretary 28 September 2016 Uniting our party is an admirable and necessary aim, but the Labour Party has to turn to uniting the country. Not in my lifetime have I seen our nation so divided. Usdaw welcomes a focus on winning elections and celebrating Labour’s achievements 27 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed Tom Watson’s inspirational address to Labour Party annual conference. Usdaw welcomes a Labour commitment to legislate to stop another BHS style scandal 26 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has welcomed a commitment for the next Labour Government to legislate to prevent another scandal-riddled business collapse as happened this year in BHS. Independent trade union representation is as important now as it ever was says Usdaw 26 September 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett has called on Marks & Spencer and B&Q to recognise Usdaw as the independent trade union for their staff to give them a voice and a real say in the future of the business. Low-paid workers need a Labour Government to give them dignity and decency in work says Usdaw 26 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has challenged the Labour leadership to build on Labour’s record in Government, make the party look and sound like a credible government in waiting and deliver a better deal for working people. Paddy Lillis delivers a message of unity and purpose to the Labour Party Conference 25 September 2016 Deputy General Secretary of the shopworkers’ trade union Paddy Lillis has opened Labour Party Conference, as Chair of the National Executive Committee, calling for party unity and a sense of purpose to take on and defeat the Conservatives. Jeremy Corbyn now needs to reach out to MPs, members and voters to unite the Party 24 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has called on the newly re-elected Labour leader to reach out to MPs, end divisive activities within the Party membership and focus on winning the trust and confidence of voters. Usdaw President praises the work of reps to challenge racism in workplaces 13 September 2016 Shopworkers’ union President Jeff Broome has praised the work of reps in challenging racism, which is particularly important in the current climate when racist attitudes have been given a veneer of acceptability by the toxic leave campaign. Owen Smith pledges protection for workers after Usdaw highlights the extent of violence and abuse 13 September 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett has highlighted the problems of violence, threats and abuse against shopworkers and welcomes a commitment from Owen Smith MP to support protection of workers legislation. There is more that unites us than divides us – Paddy Lillis tells the TUC 12 September 2016 Paddy Lillis - Usdaw Deputy General Secretary and Chair of Labour’s National Executive Committee - today brought fraternal greetings to the Trade Union Congress meeting in Brighton this week. Higher wages and improved workers' rights are the key to improving UK productivity says Usdaw 12 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has today welcomed a ground-breaking Smith Institute report on productivity, which points out the importance of workers having a voice in improving productivity. Defend in-work benefits to tackle in-work poverty says Usdaw 12 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has today attacked Conservative plans to penalise low-paid workers by reducing their access to in-work benefits and imposing sanctions on people who are struggling to find the right working hours. Usdaw calls for a real Living Wage and an end to age-related pay 12 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has today called for a real living wage to replace the Government’s so-called National Living Wage, which doesn’t reflect the true cost of living, and an end to pay discrimination against workers under 25. Sexual harassment is not ‘just a bit of banter’ - Usdaw supports a call for urgent action 11 September 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has today congratulated the TUC for their recently published, ground breaking research 'Still just a bit of banter?'; which sheds light on the nature and extent of sexual harassment in the workplace, an issue that for far too long has been kept in the dark. 125 years of Usdaw exhibiting at TUC Congress House throughout September 2016 06 September 2016 A pop-up exhibition ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will be on display, free of charge, 8-23 September at the TUC’s Congress House. Advance booking is required by contacting [email protected] or 0161 413 0907 weekdays 8am - 4pm. This weekend marks the end of an era, but the BHS saga continues says Usdaw 25 August 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett laments the final week of BHS as administrators move to close the remaining stores this weekend and calls for Sir Phillip Green to honour his promises and put an end to this sorry saga. Usdaw steps up the campaign to recruit M&S staff and give them a strong independent voice 25 August 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has stepped up efforts to recruit Marks and Spencer’s staff into union membership, following a surge in the company’s employees seeking advice and joining the union online. Give the dedicated, hardworking and experienced BHS staff a job – Usdaw’s call to retailers 15 August 2016 Shopworkers trade union Usdaw laments the final week of BHS as administrators move to close the remaining stores by Saturday 20 August and calls for other retailers to provide employment for these dedicated, hardworking and experienced staff. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus concludes its UK tour in Northern Ireland #UsdawOnTour 12 August 2016 The shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is celebrating 125 years of improving working lives and winning for members. Part of the celebrations is a nationwide bus tour that will conclude with a four day visit to Northern Ireland starting tomorrow (13-16 August). Usdaw nominates Owen Smith for Leader of the Labour Party 08 August 2016 The Executive Council of the shopworkers’ trade union has decided to nominate Owen Smith MP in the election for Leader of the Labour Party. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits North West streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 26 July 2016 The shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is celebrating 125 years of improving working lives and winning for members. Part of the celebrations is a nationwide bus tour that continues in North West England from 30 July – 9 August. 125 years of Usdaw exhibiting at Leeds Central Library throughout August 2016 26 July 2016 A pop-up exhibition ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will open to the public, free of charge, from 1 to 27 August 2016 at Leeds Central Library. 125 years of Usdaw exhibiting at Ipswich Institute throughout August 2016 26 July 2016 A pop-up exhibition ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will open to the public, free of charge, from 1 to 21 August 2016 at Ipswich Institute. 11,000 BHS staff left devastated as Administrators announce complete closure by 20 August 25 July 2016 Dave Gill, Usdaw National Officer says: “Today’s announcement is the final hammer blow to BHS staff, who have been worried about their future for over a year since the company was sold for £1 and more recently put in the hands of the administrators. Following the news that all remaining BHS stores will be closed by 20 August, Usdaw calls on the administrators to redouble their efforts in finding a buyer for the remaining stores and to secure as many jobs as possible. Usdaw demands Philip Green honours his promises as MPs Select Committees’ Report slams the owners of BHS 25 July 2016 Following the publication of the report by the Work and Pensions and Business, Innovation and Skills Parliamentary Select Committees into the running of BHS, Usdaw demands that Sir Philip Green honours the promises he made when he appeared in front of the committee. Concern grows amongst BHS staff as the administrators announce a further 30 store closures 21 July 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is increasingly concerned about a buyer being found for BHS as the administrators announce that a further 30 stores are to close on 30 July 2016 affecting over 700 staff. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits South West streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 19 July 2016 The shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is celebrating 125 years of improving working lives and winning for members. Part of the celebrations is a nationwide bus tour that continues in South West of England tomorrow. Keep your cool as temperatures rise says Usdaw 19 July 2016 The law says your employer must maintain a reasonable workplace temperature, but doesn't specify a maximum reasonable temperature. Experts say the comfort zone is normally in the region of 16C to 24C. BHS staff are saddened that the administrators have announced the first store closures 18 July 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has expressed deep sadness at news that the administrators are starting to close BHS stores. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits Bournemouth streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 14 July 2016 The shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is celebrating 125 years of improving working lives and winning for members. Part of the celebrations is a nationwide bus tour that continues in Bournemouth on Sunday and Monday. Usdaw welcomes assurances for staff working in Co-op stores that are being taken over by McColls 13 July 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has received assurances from the Co-op for the 3,600 staff in the 298 Co-op stores that are being sold to McColls, subject to a Competition and Markets Authority review. Usdaw prioritises a secure future for Poundland staff as takeover talks progress 13 July 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is working with Poundland to secure the future for staff as takeover talks with Steinhoff continue. M&S staff need a voice as bosses move to offset the company’s poor performance with pay cuts 12 July 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has called on Marks and Spencer to open talks about proposed changes to terms and conditions of employment and possible store closures. Usdaw is the trade union for M&S staff, but the company refuses to give recognition. Displaying results 1751 - 1850 (of 1879) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 next
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