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Why Employer-Paid Trade Union Representation Doesn’t Work - Pt2
Why It’s Shocking That Many British Trade Unions Don’t Pay Their Reps.
Most British Labour-affiliated Trade Unions collect millions in membership subscriptions every year. Members rightly assume that some of this money funds training, legal advice, and represen...
Why Employer-Paid Trade Union Representation Doesn’t Work - Pt1
The Workers of England Union uses independent Trade Union Representation.
We would all agree that when a Trade Union member faces a Disciplinary or Grievance Hearing, the person representing them must be 100% loyal to the member, not the employer.
If the repre...
Why Freedom of Speech Matters in England
Freedom of speech is not just an abstract principle; it is the foundation of every free and fair society.
It is the right that allows every one of us to speak up, to question, to challenge, and to demand better.
For working people in England, it is also a prac...
Why Being Independent and Politically Non-Affiliated, means we are on Your Side
Many working people want the strength of Trade Union membership without being tied to a political party. They want support at work, not party-political slogans on placards. They want a Trade Union that speaks for them, not for politicians.
That is exactly why t...
Understanding Why the WEU values Freedom of Speech
“The Workers of England Union has always unconditionally defended our members’ right to express themselves on issues they feel strongly and passionately about. While free expression and speech comes with responsibility, the Workers of England Union believes em...
Understanding the Impact of Student Fees on Students
The debate over student fees is not new, but for students in England the financial burden is growing heavier each year. While higher education is often presented as a gateway to opportunity, the reality for many is that it opens the door to debt, stress, and fin...
Career Planning: Mapping Out Promotion Paths and Negotiating Responsibilities
Thinking about the next step in your career can feel daunting, especially when opportunities for progression aren’t always obvious. Career development isn’t just about waiting for a vacancy to open, it’s about planning, taking initiative, and using the support a...
Workers of England: the only trade union for critical thinkers.
It always comes as a nasty surprise. You are called into the manager’s office and on entering you find a serious-looking person sitting there with a file open. It’s the HR officer, and you are in trouble. As you discover, it’s not that you did anything wrong at ...
Why Do We Set Goals?
At some point, everyone hears that “you should set goals.” But not everyone stops to ask why. Why does it matter? Why write them down? Why put effort into chasing them?
Setting goals is more than a productivity exercise, it’s a way of giving life purpose, energ...
Who’s on Your Team? The Three Thinking Styles at Work
Every workplace brings together people who think and act in different ways. This mix of approaches can be frustrating at times, but it is also the secret ingredient that makes teams stronger.
A useful way to understand these differences comes from education, wh...
England’s Water Crisis
Drought, Floods and the Need for Urgent Reform
England continues in the grip of a water crisis now officially declared “nationally significant.” After seven months of below-average rainfall and repeated heatwaves, rivers, reservoirs and aquifers have dropped to...
Switch Off to Sleep Better
Struggling to get a good night’s sleep?
You’re not alone. Phones, tablets, and laptops are now constant companions, but taking them to bed could be the very thing stopping you from resting properly.
Research shows that the blue light from screens delays the re...
Should severance pay for ministers be reformed or scrapped?
Rayner Severance Payment: – Unfair or justified?
Ever wondered what happens to a cabinet minister’s pay when they lose their job? Whether resigning, being sacked, or shuffled out of a role, the severance packages they receive are eye-watering, far beyond what m...
What Is the Four-Day Week and Why Is It Being Discussed? (Part 3)
Despite its promise, the four-day week is not without challenges. For Trade Unions, like the WEU, it is essential to weigh the risks and realities alongside the benefits.
Sectoral Barriers
Not all industries can easily adapt to a shorter week.
Health and so...
What Is the Four-Day Week and Why Is It Being Discussed? (Part 2)
The call for a four-day working week is not some utopian fantasy. It grows out of a long history of trade union struggles to shorten hours and improve the quality of life for working people. Today’s debate rests on the same principle: fairer hours, without loss ...
What Is the Four-Day Week and Why Is It Being Discussed? (Part 1)
The idea of the four-day working week has moved from a fringe experiment to a mainstream debate. Across the world, businesses and governments are trialling shorter working weeks in response to pressure from workers and the changing shape of work after the pandem...
Prioritising Ergonomics (Healthy Working Practices)
For a Safer, More Efficient Workplace
For many workers, the word “ergonomics” sounds like jargon best left to office managers or health and safety advisors. But the truth is, ergonomics or to put it more simply, healthy working practices affects every single on...
State Pension: A Raw Deal for Working People
Can You Really Live on this State Pension?
The government announced that the State Pension increased by 8.5% in April 2025, giving those entitled to the full amount £221.20 a week. This is around £11,500 a year.
Government Ministers point to the “triple lock” ...
Health & Wellbeing: Building Better Daily Habits
Living a healthier life isn’t about extreme diets or gruelling gym sessions, it’s about small, consistent changes that fit into your day. The habits below can help you boost energy, improve mood, and stay strong at work and at home.
1. Start Your Day with Hyd...
TV Licences, Rising Costs, and BBC Salaries
What WEU Members Need to Know...
What Does a TV Licence Cover in 2025?
Your licence still covers you for:
All TV channels (BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Dave, and international channels)
Pay TV services (Sky, Virgin, EE TV)
Live TV on streaming platforms (YouTube,...
