Parents back staff over school strike - 'it's our children who suffer most'Staff at Fortismere School in Muswell Hill held six days of strikes over class size increases and cuts affecting lesson planning.
Boss at Meta urged to end alleged 'union busting' tactics ahead of strike actionConnect members protest against Meta's alleged undermining of union activities and shift changes, initiating a work stoppage.
Workplace tribunal adjudicators 'raging' over threat to cut case loads as WRC chief warns over delaysDelays at the Workplace Relations Commission have prompted pressure on adjudicators to expedite decisions or face reduced workloads.
Boss at Meta urged to end alleged 'union busting' tactics ahead of strike actionConnect members protest against Meta's alleged undermining of union activities and shift changes, initiating a work stoppage.
Workplace tribunal adjudicators 'raging' over threat to cut case loads as WRC chief warns over delaysDelays at the Workplace Relations Commission have prompted pressure on adjudicators to expedite decisions or face reduced workloads.
Construction at new Children's Hospital site could be hit by strikes in row over travel paymentsUnite union members are striking over travel allowance cuts, with future actions possibly targeting children's hospital construction sites if disputes escalate.
Construction sites to be hit with strikes next week as talks between union and employers collapseUnite has declared industrial action due to unresolved disputes over travel time payment cuts after discussions with employers collapsed.
Construction workers to picket National Children's Hospital site in row over travel paymentUnite union members plan further industrial action for restoring travel expense payments after MEBSCA's initial contact to resolve the dispute.
Birmingham bin strike to continue after talks end without resolutionOngoing strike by Birmingham waste collectors continues as talks with the council fail to produce a resolution.
Construction at new Children's Hospital site could be hit by strikes in row over travel paymentsUnite union members are striking over travel allowance cuts, with future actions possibly targeting children's hospital construction sites if disputes escalate.
Construction sites to be hit with strikes next week as talks between union and employers collapseUnite has declared industrial action due to unresolved disputes over travel time payment cuts after discussions with employers collapsed.
Construction workers to picket National Children's Hospital site in row over travel paymentUnite union members plan further industrial action for restoring travel expense payments after MEBSCA's initial contact to resolve the dispute.
Birmingham bin strike to continue after talks end without resolutionOngoing strike by Birmingham waste collectors continues as talks with the council fail to produce a resolution.
Healthcare workers vote 'overwhelmingly' for industrial action over non-filling of vacant postsNurses and midwives are preparing for industrial action due to unfilled posts and alleged recruitment bans in the public health sector.
More than 2,000 medical scientists join health service work-to-ruleMedical laboratory scientists in Ireland are set to strike due to ongoing staff shortages and pay concerns in the healthcare system.
Healthcare workers vote 'overwhelmingly' for industrial action over non-filling of vacant postsNurses and midwives are preparing for industrial action due to unfilled posts and alleged recruitment bans in the public health sector.
More than 2,000 medical scientists join health service work-to-ruleMedical laboratory scientists in Ireland are set to strike due to ongoing staff shortages and pay concerns in the healthcare system.
Bin collection workers vote 95pc for industrial action over sale of Bord na Mona RecyclingUnion members at Bord na Móna Recycling are prepared to strike over concerns for terms of employment following the company's impending sale.
South Dublin councillors face disruption as almost 500 local authority workers set to start work-to-ruleFórsa initiates industrial action against South Dublin County Council over outsourcing work, seeking negotiations after overwhelming member support.
Bin collection workers vote 95pc for industrial action over sale of Bord na Mona RecyclingUnion members at Bord na Móna Recycling are prepared to strike over concerns for terms of employment following the company's impending sale.
South Dublin councillors face disruption as almost 500 local authority workers set to start work-to-ruleFórsa initiates industrial action against South Dublin County Council over outsourcing work, seeking negotiations after overwhelming member support.
Staff at school that was forced to become academy vote to strikeThe NEU achieved a unanimous vote for strike action amid ongoing unresolved issues at Byron Court Primary School.
Teachers at nurturing' Bromley primary school strike over academisation plansNEU members at Southborough Primary School initiated industrial action against plans for transfer to The Pioneer Academy Trust, raising major concerns over academisation.
Staff at school that was forced to become academy vote to strikeThe NEU achieved a unanimous vote for strike action amid ongoing unresolved issues at Byron Court Primary School.
Teachers at nurturing' Bromley primary school strike over academisation plansNEU members at Southborough Primary School initiated industrial action against plans for transfer to The Pioneer Academy Trust, raising major concerns over academisation.
Dublin Bus work-to-rule which caused severe delays to passengers has been suspendedDublin Bus reached a temporary agreement to suspend industrial action concerning pay disputes with maintenance engineering operatives.
Workers at tech firm Becton Dickinson begin work-to-rule in row over exit package as 200 jobs to goUp to 200 jobs will be lost in Drogheda as the plant closes in 2026, leading workers to initiate industrial action.
Wheelie bin services to over 135,000 households could be hit by strikesSiptu members may strike against the sale of Bord na Móna's waste management service, prioritizing public ownership for waste collection.
Staff in disability organisations to consider strike after Simon Harris encounter with care workerSiptu is seeking to consult members about a long-standing pay claim due to government inaction, highlighting the need for action over promises.
'Shocking' that Bord na Mona will not reveal sale price for bin collection business, Union writes in letter to OppositionBord na Móna's sale of a public asset to KWD Recycling raises concerns about non-disclosure agreements and implications for workers' rights.
Workers at Becton Dickinson in Drogheda begin a 'work-to-rule' over claims management have failed to engage with SIPTUSIPTU members at Becton Dickinson began 'work-to-rule' action due to management's failure to address job losses and plant closure concerns.
Dublin Bus work-to-rule which caused severe delays to passengers has been suspendedDublin Bus reached a temporary agreement to suspend industrial action concerning pay disputes with maintenance engineering operatives.
Workers at tech firm Becton Dickinson begin work-to-rule in row over exit package as 200 jobs to goUp to 200 jobs will be lost in Drogheda as the plant closes in 2026, leading workers to initiate industrial action.
Wheelie bin services to over 135,000 households could be hit by strikesSiptu members may strike against the sale of Bord na Móna's waste management service, prioritizing public ownership for waste collection.
Staff in disability organisations to consider strike after Simon Harris encounter with care workerSiptu is seeking to consult members about a long-standing pay claim due to government inaction, highlighting the need for action over promises.
'Shocking' that Bord na Mona will not reveal sale price for bin collection business, Union writes in letter to OppositionBord na Móna's sale of a public asset to KWD Recycling raises concerns about non-disclosure agreements and implications for workers' rights.
Workers at Becton Dickinson in Drogheda begin a 'work-to-rule' over claims management have failed to engage with SIPTUSIPTU members at Becton Dickinson began 'work-to-rule' action due to management's failure to address job losses and plant closure concerns.
Protests seen outside special school which shuts for second dayLittle Heath School is closed for two consecutive days due to staff industrial action, prompting protests by parents concerned about safety and communication.
School strikes end after agreement reachedThe strike at Wanstead High School ended after an agreement was reached regarding teachers' pay and working conditions.
Protests seen outside special school which shuts for second dayLittle Heath School is closed for two consecutive days due to staff industrial action, prompting protests by parents concerned about safety and communication.
School strikes end after agreement reachedThe strike at Wanstead High School ended after an agreement was reached regarding teachers' pay and working conditions.
Rush hour chaos on Elizabeth line between Paddington and Heathrow after faultElizabeth Line services face significant delays due to track issues and a strike, affecting thousands of passengers.
Elizabeth line staff to strike on New Year's EveRMT union members on the Elizabeth line threaten to strike over unmet pay and working conditions on New Year's Eve.
Will the Elizabeth line be affected by May 2024's train strikes?Elizabeth line will not be affected by the industrial action, including strikes and overtime bans.
Rush hour chaos on Elizabeth line between Paddington and Heathrow after faultElizabeth Line services face significant delays due to track issues and a strike, affecting thousands of passengers.
Elizabeth line staff to strike on New Year's EveRMT union members on the Elizabeth line threaten to strike over unmet pay and working conditions on New Year's Eve.
Will the Elizabeth line be affected by May 2024's train strikes?Elizabeth line will not be affected by the industrial action, including strikes and overtime bans.
Hundreds of Met Police staff start strike actionOver 300 Metropolitan Police staff strike over hybrid working dispute after pay dock threats.
Civil servants in two departments ordered to increase number of days in the officeFórsa is contesting a mandate for more in-person work from public sector employees, citing a breach of prior agreements.
Hundreds of Met Police staff start strike actionOver 300 Metropolitan Police staff strike over hybrid working dispute after pay dock threats.
Civil servants in two departments ordered to increase number of days in the officeFórsa is contesting a mandate for more in-person work from public sector employees, citing a breach of prior agreements.
Civil servants in two departments won't increase number of days in the office as talks to take placeFórsa union is preparing for potential industrial action due to unilateral changes in working arrangements requiring staff to work an additional day weekly.
New government faces threat of health strikes within weeks, union leader warnsDispute over staffing in health sector may escalate without significant changes from the HSE.
Civil servants in two departments won't increase number of days in the office as talks to take placeFórsa union is preparing for potential industrial action due to unilateral changes in working arrangements requiring staff to work an additional day weekly.
New government faces threat of health strikes within weeks, union leader warnsDispute over staffing in health sector may escalate without significant changes from the HSE.
Doctors' union which went on strike accused of underpaying its own staffBMA staff face possible strike over underpayment claims despite recent pay increases.
Construction firms warn jobs will be lost over pickets in dispute over travel payments after action at National Children's HospitalMEBSCA urges an end to picketing by Unite members over travel allowances, claiming existing wages are sufficient and actions could harm the sector.
Doctors' union which went on strike accused of underpaying its own staffBMA staff face possible strike over underpayment claims despite recent pay increases.
Construction firms warn jobs will be lost over pickets in dispute over travel payments after action at National Children's HospitalMEBSCA urges an end to picketing by Unite members over travel allowances, claiming existing wages are sufficient and actions could harm the sector.
Major WFH debate ignites as Aussies forced back to office: 'Took me 3 hours'Sydney's public transport chaos prompts a renewed debate on return-to-office mandates amidst severe commuting disruptions.
London train strikes December 2024: Christmas strike dates and everything you need to knowLondon's rail workers' strikes continue with smaller actions planned over the holiday season despite recent decreases in industrial unrest.
Tetley tea owner takes legal action against striking workers over trespass claimsTata Consumer Products is pursuing legal action against striking workers, emphasizing adherence to picketing rules amid ongoing disputes over pay cuts.
Weeks-long bin strikes in last-minute cancellationRefuse workers in Redbridge returned to work after accepting a last-minute improved contract from Unite the Union.
'Late Late Toy Show' call-centre staff request bigger Christmas bonusAbtran staff are urging for a significant increase in their Christmas bonus as they prepare for potential industrial action.
Qantas strike: travellers on alert for flight disruptions as engineers begin rolling strikesQantas flights may be disrupted as engineers strike for higher pay amidst football grand finals.
London train strikes December 2024: Christmas strike dates and everything you need to knowLondon's rail workers' strikes continue with smaller actions planned over the holiday season despite recent decreases in industrial unrest.
Tetley tea owner takes legal action against striking workers over trespass claimsTata Consumer Products is pursuing legal action against striking workers, emphasizing adherence to picketing rules amid ongoing disputes over pay cuts.
Weeks-long bin strikes in last-minute cancellationRefuse workers in Redbridge returned to work after accepting a last-minute improved contract from Unite the Union.
'Late Late Toy Show' call-centre staff request bigger Christmas bonusAbtran staff are urging for a significant increase in their Christmas bonus as they prepare for potential industrial action.
Qantas strike: travellers on alert for flight disruptions as engineers begin rolling strikesQantas flights may be disrupted as engineers strike for higher pay amidst football grand finals.
Met Police: vote for strike action over return to office workingThe new Met Police policy may negatively affect women, part-time workers, and individuals with disabilities, prompting notable union opposition.
Volkswagen strikes across Germany draw nearly 100,000 workersAlmost 100,000 Volkswagen workers in Germany protested against wage cuts and threatened plant closures, indicating significant unrest and potential for further action.
VW workers threaten more strikes unless leadership makes better compromisesVolkswagen workers have initiated widespread strikes, demanding management compromises to address wage cuts and plant closure threats.
Volkswagen strikes across Germany draw nearly 100,000 workersAlmost 100,000 Volkswagen workers in Germany protested against wage cuts and threatened plant closures, indicating significant unrest and potential for further action.
VW workers threaten more strikes unless leadership makes better compromisesVolkswagen workers have initiated widespread strikes, demanding management compromises to address wage cuts and plant closure threats.
Next government likely to face health service industrial action in new year, union leader warnsThe dispute over purported HSE understaffing may escalate, risking strikes unless management changes their approach.
Tube strikes are back: London Underground faces chaos as Aslef announces November walkoutsTwo Tube strikes on November 7 and 12, announced by Aslef, follow union votes for improved pay despite TfL's revised offer.
Tube drivers call off planned strikes after improved offer'A planned strike by London Underground drivers has been called off after successful negotiations, averting potential service disruptions.
How to get around London during this week's train strikesASLEF train drivers to strike on April 5, 6, and 8 affecting rail services in LondonLondon Underground ASLEF members to walk out on April 8 and May 4
Tube strikes are back: London Underground faces chaos as Aslef announces November walkoutsTwo Tube strikes on November 7 and 12, announced by Aslef, follow union votes for improved pay despite TfL's revised offer.
Tube drivers call off planned strikes after improved offer'A planned strike by London Underground drivers has been called off after successful negotiations, averting potential service disruptions.
How to get around London during this week's train strikesASLEF train drivers to strike on April 5, 6, and 8 affecting rail services in LondonLondon Underground ASLEF members to walk out on April 8 and May 4
Lawyers raise threat of industrial action over legal aid funding rowLegal aid funding has significantly decreased, prompting lawyers to warn of industrial action and affecting access to justice.The government is challenged to increase legal aid funding amidst growing frustrations within the legal community.
Germany sees surprising resurgence of trade unions DW 02/04/2024Young German workers are showing renewed interest in unionizing and industrial action.German unions, such as Verdi and GDL, have seen an increase in membership in recent years.
Dail row breaks out after Sinn Fein's John Brady accuses Darragh O'Brien of 'backstabbing' retained firefightersFirefighters feel betrayed as government fails to deliver promised support despite a budget surplus.
Workers at tech firm Becton Dickinson begin work-to-rule in row over exit package as 200 jobs to goThe closure of a profitable plant in Drogheda will result in significant job losses, leading workers to vote for industrial action.
Guardiola backs Rodri and players for industrial action over amount of gamesPlayers are considering industrial action due to the overwhelming number of matches scheduled, emphasizing the need for reform in football's fixture management.
Train drivers accept pay deal to end strike actionTrain drivers' acceptance of a pay deal marks the end of over two years of strikes across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Scottish government raids 460m green energy fund for public sector pay risesScottish ministers are utilizing a green energy fund to address unforeseen public sector pay expenses while cutting non-essential spending.
Rightwing outrage at Labour's pay deals is out of step with public moodLabour's negotiations with unions signal potential disruptions, echoing past industrial unrest, but public support challenges narratives of a returning 'winter of discontent'.
London travel news LIVE: Heathrow Border Force strikes begin as multi-car crash closes M25Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport strike over roster disputes.
Heathrow Border Force officers to go on strikeBorder Force agents at Heathrow Airport will strike from August 31 to September 3 due to disputes over working conditions.
London travel news LIVE: Heathrow Border Force strikes begin as multi-car crash closes M25Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport strike over roster disputes.
Heathrow Border Force officers to go on strikeBorder Force agents at Heathrow Airport will strike from August 31 to September 3 due to disputes over working conditions.
London City Airport faces major disruption as staff threaten first ever strikeBaggage handlers at City Airport demand a 17% pay rise, citing disparities with Gatwick colleagues and increasing living costs as key issues.
Millions of UK public sector workers set for above-inflation pay risePublic sector workers to receive pay rise after years of austerity.
Starmer's strongest warning yet to striking doctors: I won't give 35% riseSir Keir Starmer refuses to give striking junior doctors the 35% pay rise they demand.
London City Airport faces major disruption as staff threaten first ever strikeBaggage handlers at City Airport demand a 17% pay rise, citing disparities with Gatwick colleagues and increasing living costs as key issues.
Millions of UK public sector workers set for above-inflation pay risePublic sector workers to receive pay rise after years of austerity.
Starmer's strongest warning yet to striking doctors: I won't give 35% riseSir Keir Starmer refuses to give striking junior doctors the 35% pay rise they demand.
Warning of GP strikes across north LondonGPs are staging collective industrial action for the first time in 60 years due to funding disputes.
Reeves signals she will give inflation-busting pay hikes for public sector workersRachel Reeves hints at inflation-busting pay rises for public sector workers, emphasizing the need to avoid industrial action by settling swiftly.
London travel news LIVE: Aslef train strikes hit commuters for second day amid airport e-gate chaosIndustrial action affecting Heathrow Express and other London operators, delays and chaos at airports due to Border Force e-gates issue.
Tube passengers warned of travel disruption amid strike actionTfL urging passengers to check before traveling due to strike disruptions on 8 April and 4 May.Aslef members striking over long-running dispute on terms and conditions, causing severe disruption on Tube lines.
BMA permits junior doctors to work at six hospitals during strikeJunior doctors granted permission to work at specific hospitals during strike to prevent cancer care delays.