As the global arms industry enjoys unprecedented financial gains fuelled by rising geopolitical tensions and increased military spending, ethical concerns and calls for accountability are also intensifying.
‘Millions of people voted against the cruelty of the previous government and its mistreatment of those seeking sanctuary. Continuing with these plans is a missed opportunity for meaningful change.’
In reforms designed to shift the balance of power from companies to workers, a system of “compressed hours”, which lets an employee work their contracted week’s hours in four days rather than five, will be included in the package of new rights for workers.
‘This is grossly offensive from someone who sat at the Tory cabinet table just months ago.’
The government is continuing with Tory policies which would deepen despair and push more people into the arms of right-wing extremists.
When their pay was unlawfully slashed by 12%, taking it to a lower rate of £11.55 per hour, the cleaners voted unanimously to strike
So much for the Tories being the party of ‘sound finances’.
Trade unions must be consulted and have a seat at the table
It comes as Prime Minister Keir Starmer set out his desire to reset relations with the EU
Young LGBT+ workers report facing higher levels of discrimination at work
