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Clarification on Unofficial Letters to Schools

We have been made aware that schools in England may be receiving some letters purporting to come from the Workers of England Union (WEU). For your peace of mind, please note that some of these lett...
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CQC Approves WEU Exemption Certificate

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has formally approved the Clinical Exemption Certificate issued by the Workers of England, Wales and Scotland Union. This validation confirms that the certificate ...
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COVID-19 Furlough Extension: 10 Key Points

HMRC has updated its COVID-19: Furlough extension – ten key points guidance to reflect the extension of the furlough (CJRS) scheme to 31 March 2021. 1. Level of Support From 1 November 2020, empl...
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Founding Member of WEU Passed Away

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of one of the founding members of the Workers of England Union, Alan England. Life and Legacy Throughout his life, Alan worked tirelessly to en...
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The COVID-19 situation is very fluid and changing hourly. We are monitoring Public Health England for up-to-date information. Employee Health and Safety Obligations Please remember the following k...
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Security Industry

In February, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) announced changes to modernise the licensing system and streamline processes. Towards the end of 2015, the SIA will launch new online services tha...
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Latest News

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 repr...
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WEU's Campaign Vindicated by Jeremy Corbyn

The Workers of England Union has long argued against the use of cheap labour from abroad, campaigning for companies to invest in local communities and train British workers. Now, Jeremy Corbyn, the...
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Virgin Care Pulls Plug on Brook Service

Virgin Care held the contract from Bury, Rochdale and Oldham authorities to provide a range of sexual health education and wellbeing support for young people in Bury and Rochdale as part of Oldham,...
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WEU Succeeds in Morris v Metrolink Case

The Workers of England Union, instructed by our legal team at Tilbrooks Solicitors, engaged Changez Khan, a barrister from Farrars Chambers. He successfully overturned the Employment Appeal Tribuna...
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