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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 1852) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 next 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 Usdaw125@usdaw.org.uk 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. Anniversary bus tour hits Southern England streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 12 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 the South of England from today (12 - 16 July). Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits East of England streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 04 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 the East of England from tomorrow (5 - 10 July). My Local staff are deeply disappointed that the company has now gone into administration and stores are closing says Usdaw 30 June 2016 Convenience store retailer ‘My Local’ has announced that the business has gone into administration. 37 stores (plus 2 who have already completed) will continue to trade and have potential buyers, with the expectation that staff will transfer to a new owner under TUPE. The remaining stores have no potential purchasers at this time and staff have been notified of a redundancy situation. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits West Midland streets and shopping centres 29 June 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 the West Midlands from tomorrow (1 - 3 July). Usdaw calls for an end to racism and hate crime in the wake of the Brexit vote 28 June 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has today expressed deep concern about reports of threats and abuse against migrant workers and people from minority ethnic groups and calls for calm and respect. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits East Midland streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 24 June 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 the East Midlands from tomorrow (25 - 28 June). The EU referendum was not the result we wanted - we must now work together to get the best deal for Britain 24 June 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union leader John Hannett has expressed shock and disappointment about the result of the EU referendum; congratulates Usdaw reps and members for the hard work they put into the remain campaign, and calls for a combined effort to protect workers’ rights, jobs and the stability and safety of our country. John Hannett combines with trade union general secretaries to call for a vote to REMAIN today - polls open 7am – 10pm 23 June 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett has joined with trade union general secretaries representing millions of workers to call for a vote to REMAIN in today’s EU referendum. M&S bosses should give staff a voice by opening talks with Usdaw about the future of the business 22 June 2016 Usdaw has called on Marks and Spencer to open talks with the shopworkers trade union 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. Shopworkers trade union leader makes the case to remain in the EU on the eve of poll 22 June 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett is calling for a vote to remain tomorrow, as the country goes to the polls in the EU referendum. My Local staff are devastated by news of the company going into administration says Usdaw 21 June 2016 Convenience store retailer ‘My Local’ are today briefing staff that the business has filed a Notice of Intention to Appoint Administrators and it is likely that the company will go into administration in the next couple of weeks. Shopworkers trade union and retailers warn families will face higher prices if we leave the EU 21 June 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett has today released research by Usdaw which finds that, if we were to leave the EU, the hit to sterling and the imposition of tariffs would increase prices for families by £580 a year. 125 years of Usdaw exhibiting at The People's History Museum in Manchester from 21 June to 31 July 2016 20 June 2016 An exhibition exploring Usdaw’s history with artefacts from the archives, ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will be open to the public, free of charge, from 21 June to 31 July 2016 at the People’s History Museum. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Jo Cox - John Hannett Usdaw General Secretary 16 June 2016 Shopworkers trade union leader John Hannett has expressed horror at the murder of Labour MP Jo Cox and sends condolences to her family and friends. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits Yorkshire’s streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 15 June 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 Yorkshire next week (17 - 22 June). BHS staff heard little today to reassure them about the future or explain the past - says Usdaw 15 June 2016 A joint BIS and DWP select committee hearing today heard from Sir Phillip Green, but the shopworkers trade union Usdaw remains concerned about securing jobs and establishing a viable future for the company to stave off liquidation. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits North East streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 08 June 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 Newcastle and Sunderland next week (14 - 16 June). BHS staff are seeking a future for the business not finger pointing about the past - says Usdaw 08 June 2016 At a joint BIS and DWP select committee hearing today a number of allegations were made by current and former key players in BHS about the past, but the shopworkers trade union Usdaw is calling for a focus on securing jobs and establishing a viable future for the company to stave off liquidation. Usdaw cares about carers and supports Carers Week 06 June 2016 This week is Carers Week (6-12 June) and the shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw is supporting calls by Carers UK in asking the Government to: Usdaw General Secretary John Hannett signs a joint trade union letter to promote a vote to remain 06 June 2016 As general secretaries who represent a large part of Britain’s trade union movement, we are writing to make our position clear and urge our collective membership, which reaches over 6 million people, to vote for Britain to remain in the European Union on 23 June. Usdaw - 125 years strong: Anniversary bus tour hits Scotland’s streets and shopping centres #UsdawOnTour 03 June 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 is being kicked off in Aberdeen tomorrow (Saturday 4 June) and touring Scotland for the coming week. Usdaw urges BHS administrators to redouble their efforts to find a buyer and to fully consult with staff 03 June 2016 Shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw has urged administrators to look after the best interests of staff, fully consult with them and the union over the proposed closure of the business and continue to reach out to find a suitable buyer for the business. BHS staff are shocked by the company being liquidated after a year of uncertainty and anxiety - says Usdaw 02 June 2016 Shopworkers' trade union Usdaw has urged administrators to look after the best interests of staff, after they announced the shock liquidation of BHS, and poses serious questions for the Government on the future of the high street. Usdaw members are devastated by Müller Milk and Ingredients decision to close Aberdeen and East Kilbride operations 31 May 2016 Following a review of its Scottish dairy operation, Müller Milk and Ingredients announced proposals to close its dairy operations at its East Kilbride and Aberdeen sites earlier this year. Today, the Company has confirmed its decision to close both sites with the potential loss of 225 jobs. Usdaw calls on M&S to involve the union in helping to revive the business 26 May 2016 Usdaw has called on Marks and Spencer to open talks with the shopworkers trade union about proposed changes to terms and conditions of employment and possible stores closures. Usdaw is the trade union for M&S staff, but the company refuses to give recognition. 125 years of Usdaw exhibiting at the Dudley Archives and Local History Centre throughout June 2016 25 May 2016 A pop-up exhibition ‘Usdaw: 125 Years Strong’ will open to the public, free of charge, from 3 to 30 June 2016 at the Dudley Archives and Local History Centre. Usdaw Cares about Carers is the theme for today's campaign spotlight day 18 May 2016 Today thousands of Usdaw members will be out campaigning in workplaces and shopping centres promoting the campaign message ‘Usdaw Cares about Carers’ as part of this year’s Supporting Parents and Carers Campaign and the focus of the Union’s 2016 Spotlight Day #Care4Carers Displaying results 1751 - 1850 (of 1852) | Show: 10 | 20 | 50 | All prev 1... 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 next
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