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The Workers of England Trade Union is dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights of workers across the public and private sectors. We champion fair pay, safe working conditions, and true representation—without political bias.

Public Sector Overtime

Nearly two million public sector workers regularly perform unpaid overtime, despite the chancellor’s claim that public sector staff are “overpaid.” This hidden contribution keeps services running but goes unremunerated. Read our full analysis.

Supreme Court Rules Employment Tribunal Fees Illegal

In 2013, the British Government imposed fees on Employment Tribunals in England. The Supreme Court has now declared these fees illegal, restoring access to justice for thousands of workers.

Stammer Management Documentary

We’re proud to support Shiver (part of ITV Studios) in promoting their upcoming documentary. It follows individuals with stammers as they undertake an intensive, four-day course designed to help them manage and overcome their stammer. Learn more about the project.

Recognizing Heat-Related Illnesses

Exposure to extreme temperatures can lead to serious health risks. Use this checklist of symptoms to spot heat-related illnesses early:

• High body temperature (above 40°C)
• Altered mental state or behaviour (confusion, slurred speech)
• Skin hot and dry or profuse sweating
• Nausea and vomiting
• Severe headache
• Rapid breathing and heart rate

Stay informed to stay safe. View the full guide.

Impact of Public Sector Pay Cuts

A damning report reveals that after years of pay freezes, public sector workers have suffered significant real-terms losses: teachers’ pay is down by £3 per hour, police salaries by £2 per hour, and nurses’ wages are now 14% lower. This adds fresh pressure on the government to act. Read the report.

Employee Trust in Management and Trade Union Officials

An HR News article highlights employees’ lack of faith in their managers and leaders. This distrust deepens when workplace trade union officials appear too closely aligned with those same managers, compromising impartiality. Explore our perspective.

Democracy in the ‘Unite the Union’ Election

Recent events have shown democracy undermined within ‘Unite the Union’, as Len McCluskey dismissed a challenger to his leadership. Such actions raise serious questions about internal governance and member representation. Find out more.

Trade Union Political Independence

Gerard Coyne, former Unite leadership contender, rightly asserted that a trade union should maintain an industrial agenda, not be intrinsically linked to any one political party. This belief is at the core of the Workers of England Union’s mission.

Controlled Immigration Campaign

The Workers of England Union advocates for controlled immigration, especially in England, to protect employment opportunities and wage levels for resident workers. Our research demonstrates the economic impact of mass, unregulated immigration. View our findings.

Press Freedom Index Findings

According to the global press freedom index, journalists in the UK have less freedom to hold power to account than those in South Africa, Chile, or Lithuania. See the full index.

Zero-Hours Contracts and Right to Request Fixed Hours

HR and employment law experts welcome Matthew Taylor’s predicted recommendation that zero-hours workers gain the right to request fixed hours. However, robust enforcement mechanisms are essential to ensure meaningful change. Read the analysis.

Manchester Arena Attack

Armed police cordoned off Manchester Arena following a terrorist attack that claimed 22 lives and injured over 50. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of those killed, injured, and traumatised by last night’s events in Manchester. Full coverage.

Nurse Pay Comparison

The Scottish First Minister revealed that newly qualified Scottish nurses earn £300 more per year than their English counterparts. Read the official statement.

NHS Staff Retention

Retaining skilled staff within the NHS is a priority. Their expertise and commitment should remain central to public healthcare, not diverted to private firms. Explore retention strategies.

Local Government Contract Hiring Policies

We propose that businesses bidding for local government contracts be required to hire residents who live close to the workplace, boosting local employment and reducing commuting times. Policy details.

Unregulated Mass Immigration and Wages

Uncontrolled mass immigration has been shown to depress wages for existing workers. Our article provides the statistics and analysis underpinning this conclusion. See the data.

Trade Union Representation Issues

Employees represented by workplace reps funded by the employer face significant impartiality concerns. This model disadvantages workers and undermines trust. Learn more.

Our Independent Representation

The Workers of England Union exclusively uses external, completely independent representatives to guarantee fair and impartial advocacy for our members.

Doctor Training and Earnings

It costs the taxpayer £230,000 to train a doctor—excluding individual tuition fees. Once qualified, self-employed doctors can earn over £100,000 per year. Read more.

Annual Leave Carryover Rules

Workers unable to take annual leave due to sickness can carry it over to the next holiday year. But what happens when leave is prevented for other uncontrollable reasons? Find out here.