Improving Working Lives
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 servic...
Big Changes Ahead for Minimum Wage
Millions of workers across the UK could see a pay rise next year as the Government moves closer to delivering a single adult minimum wage. Under proposals outlined by the Low Pay Commission (LPC), ...
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Why Hiring Local Is Good for Business
Hiring local people isn’t just a moral choice, it’s a practical one. Whether you’re a small business, a public sector employer, or a large organisation with a regional footprint, recruiting locally...
Fair Pay and Job Security for Mothers
The latest research by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) exposes deep-seated gender inequalities tied to zero-hour contracts. Not only do these agreements fuel job insecurity, but they also exacerbat...
Road Hauliers
The Road Haulage sector has recently discovered the advantages of being represented by a fully independent Trade Union. With our rapid growth and rising public awareness, a diverse range of employe...
WEU Supports Fishing Industry Workers
The fishing industry in England encompasses both the fish processing sector and the operations of fishing trawler companies along the entire English coastline.History and Key Sea Fishing PortsThe i...
Temporary Working Contracts
During the surge of remote working, hybrid work and flexible hours, temporary working contracts have become a crucial consideration for both employers and employees. Also known as fixed-term contra...
WEU Supports Com Cast and All Artists
The Workers of England Union (WEU) stands united with Com Cast and all participating artists in their mission to challenge discrimination and uphold fundamental rights. Through solidarity and colle...
Cut Top Managers' Pay, Not Frontline Staff
Our latest campaign calls for fair wages for those who keep public services running. We demand to cut top managers’ pay and protect frontline staff from unnecessary pay freezes or cuts.
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Flexible Furloughing
On 29 May, the UK Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, outlined further details on the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS). He confirmed that flexible furloughing would be introduced from ...
