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Foreign Owners' UK Rail Windfall

Dear Members, The following article in the Standard shows why the Workers of England Union has campaigned for more government involvement in UK rail. That £90m windfall should have been coming to t...
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Landmark Supreme Court Victory Affects Millions

Supreme Court rules unmarried woman can access her deceased partner’s pension Background of the Case A Coleraine woman who was denied survivor’s pension payments from her late long-term partner’s...
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Labour's PFI & Tory Austerity Threaten NHS

“The English Health Service is struggling under the massive PFI debts left by the previous Labour government, and current Tory austerity measures increase the financial burden even further. Both ne...
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Trawler Men Need an English Minister

We welcome the call by the National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) for an English Minister for Fisheries to protect their fishing rights. Background On December 23, 2016, Fisherie...
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WEU Campaigning

The Workers of England Union campaigns tirelessly on behalf of its membership, promoting social justice, democratic equality and a positive national identity. 1. Stop Racism The Workers of Englan...
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WEU Campaign Vehicle’s New Livery

The Workers of England union has unveiled a striking new livery for its campaign vehicle. This refreshed look not only elevates brand visibility but also underscores our commitment to every member ...
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More Than 1,000 Dairy Farms Close

According to a new report from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), a total of 1,002 dairy farms in England and Wales have ceased production since 2013. This highlights the se...
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Bank of England's Brexit Party Cost

Dear Members, If you ever doubt that our fight to improve our working conditions is not worth the effort, please read this article. These out-of-touch fat cats are happy to make you feel bad about...
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What Might an English Parliament Look Like?

Topics Catering, Cleaning Products, Employees, Employment Law, England Union, Labour Market, Minimum Wage, NHS, Office for National Statistics, Stratford, Transport for London, TUC ...
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The Autumn Statement: What It Means for You

Chancellor Philip Hammond announced his first Autumn Statement, focusing on preparing and supporting the economy as the UK begins a new chapter post-Brexit. He revealed that the Autumn Statement wi...
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