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@labourunionsuk.bsky.social
· Oct 27
Bosses could still sack new hires under ‘day one’ workers' rights compromise
Union bosses are open to concessions on probation amid warnings that boosted rights for workers from day one could harm the economy
inews.co.uk
Unions are crystal clear - the New Deal was a Manifesto commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Employment Rights Bill intact, and ensuring it is implemented robustly - so the rights deliver on the promise made to voters.
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🚨Thousands of ex-mineworkers are set to receive extra retirement payments after Rachel Reeves released funds from a pension scheme.
A huge shout-out to the women in our coalfield communities who fought for fairness every step of the way. You made this happen. ✊
www.itv.com/news/calenda...
A huge shout-out to the women in our coalfield communities who fought for fairness every step of the way. You made this happen. ✊
www.itv.com/news/calenda...
www.itv.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:38 PM
🚨Thousands of ex-mineworkers are set to receive extra retirement payments after Rachel Reeves released funds from a pension scheme.
A huge shout-out to the women in our coalfield communities who fought for fairness every step of the way. You made this happen. ✊
www.itv.com/news/calenda...
A huge shout-out to the women in our coalfield communities who fought for fairness every step of the way. You made this happen. ✊
www.itv.com/news/calenda...
Millions of people are set to get a pay rise from April due to an increase in the minimum wage. #NewDeal
💷Over 21s £12.21 ➜ £12.71 (+4.1%)
📈18–20 £10 ➜ £10.85 (+8.5%)
🛠️Under 18s & apprentices £7.55 ➜ £8 (+6%) www.bbc.com/news/article...
💷Over 21s £12.21 ➜ £12.71 (+4.1%)
📈18–20 £10 ➜ £10.85 (+8.5%)
🛠️Under 18s & apprentices £7.55 ➜ £8 (+6%) www.bbc.com/news/article...
Minimum wage to rise again from April to £12.71 for over-21s
The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.
www.bbc.com
November 26, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Millions of people are set to get a pay rise from April due to an increase in the minimum wage. #NewDeal
💷Over 21s £12.21 ➜ £12.71 (+4.1%)
📈18–20 £10 ➜ £10.85 (+8.5%)
🛠️Under 18s & apprentices £7.55 ➜ £8 (+6%) www.bbc.com/news/article...
💷Over 21s £12.21 ➜ £12.71 (+4.1%)
📈18–20 £10 ➜ £10.85 (+8.5%)
🛠️Under 18s & apprentices £7.55 ➜ £8 (+6%) www.bbc.com/news/article...
🚨Millions of UK workers to get pay rise as Reeves plans increased minimum wage.
The national living wage and minimum wage increase
shows the #NewDeal for Working People in action.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The national living wage and minimum wage increase
shows the #NewDeal for Working People in action.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Millions of UK workers to get pay rise as Reeves plans increased minimum wage
Chancellor says people must be ‘properly rewarded for their hard work’ with 16- to 21-year-olds also in line for raise
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:21 PM
🚨Millions of UK workers to get pay rise as Reeves plans increased minimum wage.
The national living wage and minimum wage increase
shows the #NewDeal for Working People in action.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
The national living wage and minimum wage increase
shows the #NewDeal for Working People in action.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
I'm sorry, what?
Green Peers voting with Tories and Lib Dems to undermine the Employment Rights Bill in the House of Lords.... 👀🟩
Green Peers voting with Tories and Lib Dems to undermine the Employment Rights Bill in the House of Lords.... 👀🟩
An open letter to Zack Polanski
We hope that Green Party Peers will see sense and commit to backing working people ✅
We hope that Green Party Peers will see sense and commit to backing working people ✅
November 25, 2025 at 4:17 PM
I'm sorry, what?
Green Peers voting with Tories and Lib Dems to undermine the Employment Rights Bill in the House of Lords.... 👀🟩
Green Peers voting with Tories and Lib Dems to undermine the Employment Rights Bill in the House of Lords.... 👀🟩
We need to stand firm against the Tory and Lib Dem Lords attempts to water down the Employment Rights Bill.
ADD YOUR NAME. SUPPORT DELIVERING THE #NEWDEAL IN FULL: labourunions.org.uk/newdeal/
ADD YOUR NAME. SUPPORT DELIVERING THE #NEWDEAL IN FULL: labourunions.org.uk/newdeal/
November 20, 2025 at 4:03 PM
We need to stand firm against the Tory and Lib Dem Lords attempts to water down the Employment Rights Bill.
ADD YOUR NAME. SUPPORT DELIVERING THE #NEWDEAL IN FULL: labourunions.org.uk/newdeal/
ADD YOUR NAME. SUPPORT DELIVERING THE #NEWDEAL IN FULL: labourunions.org.uk/newdeal/
📜The Employment Rights Bill returns to the Lords today.
The #NewDeal for Working People was a Manifesto
commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Bill intact and ensuring it is implemented robustly.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The #NewDeal for Working People was a Manifesto
commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Bill intact and ensuring it is implemented robustly.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
We can’t let the Tories sabotage this once-in-a-generation chance to reshape the world of work | Angela Rayner
The employment rights bill is in the Commons today. As Zohran Mamdani’s victory shows, people are desperate for policies that actually improve lives, says Labour MP Angela Rayner
www.theguardian.com
November 17, 2025 at 10:43 AM
📜The Employment Rights Bill returns to the Lords today.
The #NewDeal for Working People was a Manifesto
commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Bill intact and ensuring it is implemented robustly.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The #NewDeal for Working People was a Manifesto
commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Bill intact and ensuring it is implemented robustly.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Labour’s employment rights bill represents the most significant evolution for British workers’ rights in decades.
Great blog post by @josephevans.bsky.social @ippr.org #NewDeal
www.ippr.org/articles/pro...
Great blog post by @josephevans.bsky.social @ippr.org #NewDeal
www.ippr.org/articles/pro...
Reaping the productivity dividend: How the employment rights bill could impact growth | IPPR
Once the bill receives royal assent it will, overnight, substantially improve trade unions’ ability to access and organise new workplaces. Over the followi
www.ippr.org
November 17, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Labour’s employment rights bill represents the most significant evolution for British workers’ rights in decades.
Great blog post by @josephevans.bsky.social @ippr.org #NewDeal
www.ippr.org/articles/pro...
Great blog post by @josephevans.bsky.social @ippr.org #NewDeal
www.ippr.org/articles/pro...
"The Employment Rights Bill is set to make things fairer."
"The Government must stand firm behind its commitment to make work pay. By getting this Bill passed now, in full."
Great speech from Labour Unions Chair @joannethomas.bsky.social at @coopparty.party.coop conference today! 🐝🌹
"The Government must stand firm behind its commitment to make work pay. By getting this Bill passed now, in full."
Great speech from Labour Unions Chair @joannethomas.bsky.social at @coopparty.party.coop conference today! 🐝🌹
November 15, 2025 at 12:09 PM
"The Employment Rights Bill is set to make things fairer."
"The Government must stand firm behind its commitment to make work pay. By getting this Bill passed now, in full."
Great speech from Labour Unions Chair @joannethomas.bsky.social at @coopparty.party.coop conference today! 🐝🌹
"The Government must stand firm behind its commitment to make work pay. By getting this Bill passed now, in full."
Great speech from Labour Unions Chair @joannethomas.bsky.social at @coopparty.party.coop conference today! 🐝🌹
HIGHLIGHTS: Yesterday, Labour MPs stood firm to vote down Conservative and Lib Dem amendments that would water down the landmark Employment Rights Bill. See the highlights here 👇
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
HIGHLIGHTS: Yesterday, Labour MPs stood firm to vote down Conservative and Lib Dem amendments that would water down the landmark Employment Rights Bill. See the highlights here 👇
The votes are in: MPs have REJECTED the Conservative and Liberal Democrat attempts to water down Labour's landmark Employment Rights Bill.
Time for the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver on their manifesto commitment to implement a New Deal for Working People in full.
Time for the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver on their manifesto commitment to implement a New Deal for Working People in full.
November 5, 2025 at 5:37 PM
The votes are in: MPs have REJECTED the Conservative and Liberal Democrat attempts to water down Labour's landmark Employment Rights Bill.
Time for the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver on their manifesto commitment to implement a New Deal for Working People in full.
Time for the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver on their manifesto commitment to implement a New Deal for Working People in full.
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As the Employment Rights Bill returns to the Commons today,
@katrinamurraymp.bsky.social writes on why it's so important we stand against the Tories and Lib Dems' attempts to water down the Bill, and deliver the right for everyone to have a guaranteed hours contract ✍️
www.lbc.co.uk/article/empl...
@katrinamurraymp.bsky.social writes on why it's so important we stand against the Tories and Lib Dems' attempts to water down the Bill, and deliver the right for everyone to have a guaranteed hours contract ✍️
www.lbc.co.uk/article/empl...
It's time to end the political ping pong and pass the Employment Rights Bill, writes Katrina Murray MP | LBC
Today's amendments to the bill from Conservatives and Liberal Democrats in the House of Lords must be defeated.
www.lbc.co.uk
November 5, 2025 at 1:58 PM
As the Employment Rights Bill returns to the Commons today,
@katrinamurraymp.bsky.social writes on why it's so important we stand against the Tories and Lib Dems' attempts to water down the Bill, and deliver the right for everyone to have a guaranteed hours contract ✍️
www.lbc.co.uk/article/empl...
@katrinamurraymp.bsky.social writes on why it's so important we stand against the Tories and Lib Dems' attempts to water down the Bill, and deliver the right for everyone to have a guaranteed hours contract ✍️
www.lbc.co.uk/article/empl...
So what happened with the Big Votes in the Lords on the Employment Rights Bill?
Unelected Tory and Lib Dem Lords passed amendments that undermine Labour's Manifesto - on Day 1 rights, Guaranteed Hours and Repealing the TU Act
Over to MPs now, to stand up for workers & their mandate from the public
Unelected Tory and Lib Dem Lords passed amendments that undermine Labour's Manifesto - on Day 1 rights, Guaranteed Hours and Repealing the TU Act
Over to MPs now, to stand up for workers & their mandate from the public
October 29, 2025 at 3:52 PM
So what happened with the Big Votes in the Lords on the Employment Rights Bill?
Unelected Tory and Lib Dem Lords passed amendments that undermine Labour's Manifesto - on Day 1 rights, Guaranteed Hours and Repealing the TU Act
Over to MPs now, to stand up for workers & their mandate from the public
Unelected Tory and Lib Dem Lords passed amendments that undermine Labour's Manifesto - on Day 1 rights, Guaranteed Hours and Repealing the TU Act
Over to MPs now, to stand up for workers & their mandate from the public
Tory and Lib Dem Lords have voted to SCRAP Labour's new protections against being unfairly sacked from day one, meaning workers must wait 6 months for this to happen.
But this isn't over. When the Employment Rights Bill returns to the Commons, MPs can safeguard day one unfair dismissal protections.
But this isn't over. When the Employment Rights Bill returns to the Commons, MPs can safeguard day one unfair dismissal protections.
October 28, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Tory and Lib Dem Lords have voted to SCRAP Labour's new protections against being unfairly sacked from day one, meaning workers must wait 6 months for this to happen.
But this isn't over. When the Employment Rights Bill returns to the Commons, MPs can safeguard day one unfair dismissal protections.
But this isn't over. When the Employment Rights Bill returns to the Commons, MPs can safeguard day one unfair dismissal protections.
They’re back at it again - the Tories and Lib Dems have worked hand in hand in the Lords to smash loopholes in Labour’s right for everyone to have a guaranteed hours contract.
They're siding with bad bosses over workers. Now over to the Commons to make sure working people get the rights they need.
They're siding with bad bosses over workers. Now over to the Commons to make sure working people get the rights they need.
October 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
They’re back at it again - the Tories and Lib Dems have worked hand in hand in the Lords to smash loopholes in Labour’s right for everyone to have a guaranteed hours contract.
They're siding with bad bosses over workers. Now over to the Commons to make sure working people get the rights they need.
They're siding with bad bosses over workers. Now over to the Commons to make sure working people get the rights they need.
Big day today, as the Employment Rights Bill is back in the House of Lords.
Last time, Tory and Lib Dem peers backed bad bosses, to undermine key new rights in the Bill. MPs in the Commons sent their amendments packing, and now we’re back for round two…..
This is why they call it PING PONG.
Last time, Tory and Lib Dem peers backed bad bosses, to undermine key new rights in the Bill. MPs in the Commons sent their amendments packing, and now we’re back for round two…..
This is why they call it PING PONG.
a cat playing ping pong with a blue racket
ALT: a cat playing ping pong with a blue racket
media.tenor.com
October 28, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Big day today, as the Employment Rights Bill is back in the House of Lords.
Last time, Tory and Lib Dem peers backed bad bosses, to undermine key new rights in the Bill. MPs in the Commons sent their amendments packing, and now we’re back for round two…..
This is why they call it PING PONG.
Last time, Tory and Lib Dem peers backed bad bosses, to undermine key new rights in the Bill. MPs in the Commons sent their amendments packing, and now we’re back for round two…..
This is why they call it PING PONG.
Unions are crystal clear - the New Deal was a Manifesto commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Employment Rights Bill intact, and ensuring it is implemented robustly - so the rights deliver on the promise made to voters.
inews.co.uk/news/politic...
inews.co.uk/news/politic...
Bosses could still sack new hires under ‘day one’ workers' rights compromise
Union bosses are open to concessions on probation amid warnings that boosted rights for workers from day one could harm the economy
inews.co.uk
October 27, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Unions are crystal clear - the New Deal was a Manifesto commitment, and must be delivered in full. That means passing the Employment Rights Bill intact, and ensuring it is implemented robustly - so the rights deliver on the promise made to voters.
inews.co.uk/news/politic...
inews.co.uk/news/politic...
The right to a guaranteed hours contract & day 1 protection from unfair dismissal are manifesto commitments.
Time for vested interests in the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver the change the UK voted for.
Quite right @paulnowaktuc.bsky.social
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Time for vested interests in the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver the change the UK voted for.
Quite right @paulnowaktuc.bsky.social
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
'Out of touch' peers warned against blocking workers rights for millions
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak accused opponents of the workers rights' reforms of trying to "side with bad bosses" and warned they were out of step with the public
www.mirror.co.uk
October 27, 2025 at 10:33 AM
The right to a guaranteed hours contract & day 1 protection from unfair dismissal are manifesto commitments.
Time for vested interests in the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver the change the UK voted for.
Quite right @paulnowaktuc.bsky.social
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Time for vested interests in the Lords to get out of the way, so the Government can deliver the change the UK voted for.
Quite right @paulnowaktuc.bsky.social
www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
Congratulations @lucympowell.bsky.social on your election as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party!
We're looking forward to working with you to strengthen the union link, push back against Reform and deliver the New Deal for Working People in full.
We're looking forward to working with you to strengthen the union link, push back against Reform and deliver the New Deal for Working People in full.
October 25, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Congratulations @lucympowell.bsky.social on your election as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party!
We're looking forward to working with you to strengthen the union link, push back against Reform and deliver the New Deal for Working People in full.
We're looking forward to working with you to strengthen the union link, push back against Reform and deliver the New Deal for Working People in full.
By delivering rights from day one, better parental leave and better sickness pay, Labour's New Deal for Working People will make work better and more secure. As @lukemurphy.bsky.social says, that's good for workers, good for businesses and good for the economy
October 10, 2025 at 4:49 PM
By delivering rights from day one, better parental leave and better sickness pay, Labour's New Deal for Working People will make work better and more secure. As @lukemurphy.bsky.social says, that's good for workers, good for businesses and good for the economy
Labour's New Deal for Working People will be the greatest uplift in workers' rights for a generation, raising pay and improving working conditions - that's why former trade union solicitor and now MP @warinderjussmp.bsky.social wants to see the New Deal delivered in full 🌹🌟
October 10, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Labour's New Deal for Working People will be the greatest uplift in workers' rights for a generation, raising pay and improving working conditions - that's why former trade union solicitor and now MP @warinderjussmp.bsky.social wants to see the New Deal delivered in full 🌹🌟
This is welcome news. Working people should never be barred from enforcing their rights. Tribunal fees would have been a barrier to justice.
Let's fix the broken system the Tories left behind.⚖️
www.theguardian.com/money/2025/o...
Let's fix the broken system the Tories left behind.⚖️
www.theguardian.com/money/2025/o...
David Lammy rules out charging workers for employment tribunal claims
Justice secretary says right to challenge unfair work behaviour is core to Labour work plan after union backlash
www.theguardian.com
October 9, 2025 at 10:12 AM
This is welcome news. Working people should never be barred from enforcing their rights. Tribunal fees would have been a barrier to justice.
Let's fix the broken system the Tories left behind.⚖️
www.theguardian.com/money/2025/o...
Let's fix the broken system the Tories left behind.⚖️
www.theguardian.com/money/2025/o...
Labour's New Deal for Working People should be delivered in full so we can end exploitative zero hours contracts, limit the use of fire and rehire, and do so much more to improve the lives of working people @stevewitherdenmp.bsky.social 🔥✊🌹
October 8, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Labour's New Deal for Working People should be delivered in full so we can end exploitative zero hours contracts, limit the use of fire and rehire, and do so much more to improve the lives of working people @stevewitherdenmp.bsky.social 🔥✊🌹
Labour's New Deal for Working People includes basic rights from day one for all workers, meaning you will no longer have to wait up to 2 years to for protection against unfair dismissal, parental leave and sick pay. That's why @kateosbornemp.bsky.social wants to see the New Deal delivered in full.
October 8, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Labour's New Deal for Working People includes basic rights from day one for all workers, meaning you will no longer have to wait up to 2 years to for protection against unfair dismissal, parental leave and sick pay. That's why @kateosbornemp.bsky.social wants to see the New Deal delivered in full.
The greatest uplift to workers’ rights in a generation. That's what Labour's New Deal for Working People promises, now we need to make sure it's delivered in full 🌹📮✅
October 8, 2025 at 11:13 AM
The greatest uplift to workers’ rights in a generation. That's what Labour's New Deal for Working People promises, now we need to make sure it's delivered in full 🌹📮✅
The first step towards making the New Deal for Working People a reality is delivering the Employment Rights Bill in full – it will be transformative in making work better and more secure. Thanks @charlotte2153.bsky.social! 👷♀️📣🛠️✨
October 7, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The first step towards making the New Deal for Working People a reality is delivering the Employment Rights Bill in full – it will be transformative in making work better and more secure. Thanks @charlotte2153.bsky.social! 👷♀️📣🛠️✨