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Changez Khan Wins Unfair Dismissal Case

Case Overview Stephen Morris v Metrolink RATPDev Ltd (Operating Metrolink on behalf of Greater Manchester Transport) Facts The Claimant was employed by Metrolink, the operator of Manchester’s tr...
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Trade Union Voices

? Welcome to Trade Union Voices Real stories. Real workers. Protected identities. Every episode shares true experiences from our members, brought to life by actors to keep individuals safe and an...
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Trade Union Reforms ‘Unacceptable’ in Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon has warned that imposing Conservative trade union reforms in Scotland would be unacceptable. Ahead of a crucial meeting at Downing Street, the First Minister will set out Scotland’s...
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Barnett Formula and You

Do you know what the Barnett Formula is and how it affects you? What Is the Barnett Formula? The Barnett Formula is a mechanism used by the UK Treasury to automatically adjust the amounts of publ...
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Barnett Formula

Since the Workers of England Union’s conception we have relentlessly campaigned for the revision and eventual removal of the Barnett formula, stating that it is unfair, out-dated and disadvantages ...
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Worker Fired for Liking a Facebook Picture

Dear Member, This case offers a crucial warning about engaging with work-related content on social media. Inappropriate online actions—whether on Facebook, Twitter or via email—can carry serious co...
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Len McCluskey: Hypocrite or Serious?

On 16th October 2015, in a Huffington Post blog, Len McCluskey addressed a letter he had written to then-Prime Minister David Cameron. While the Trade Union reforms proposed by Cameron’s government...
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Light Rail Industry

The Manchester Evening News article revealed that the two senior managers who were videoed discussing highly sensitive Metrolink information in a public place have not been suspended. This raises a...
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WEU Representation for NHS England Staff

The Workers’ England Union (WEU) offers dedicated representation for NHS staff across England. Learn how we support members, the recruitment process, and where to find key documents. Download the...
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Should the Railways Be Renationalised?

All aboard The Big Debate Express! This week we ask: “Should Britain’s railways be renationalised?” For more perspective, see our in-depth discussion on The Big Debate: Should the Railways Be Rena...
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