# trade union (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 9 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover trade union. Page: Feed: --- ## [The USSR and colonialism](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/20/the-ussr-and-colonialism/) _2026-08-20 · Gareth Dale · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ The Soviet Union had a complex relationship with colonialism that evolved over decades ## [Grunwick strike, fifty 50 years on: Saris of Strength.](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/20/grunwick-strike-fifty-50-years-on-saris-of-strength/) _2026-08-20 · Posted by Editor · Left-Horizons_ By Maureen Wade, chair, Birmingham UNISON retired members section. This month sees the fiftieth anniversary of the beginning of the Grunwick strike, and it is ## [Is economics changing?](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/19/is-economics-changing/) _2026-08-19 · Posted by Truman · Left-Horizons_ By Michael Roberts In an article entitled How economics is changing, FT columnist Harvey Nripia paints a generally positive picture of economics as an academic discipline in ## [The media killed Jason Arday](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/18/the-media-killed-jason-arday/) _2026-08-18 · Posted by JL · Left-Horizons_ By Joe Langabeer Over the weekend, it was reported that former Cambridge professor, Jason Arday, had been found dead in his home after a barrage ## [FREE THE ZAPORIZHZHIA 15 – Ukrainian trade unionists speak in London](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/08/17/freez15/) _2026-08-17 · ukrainesolidaritycampaign · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ On 27 August two Ukrainian trade unionists, including a rep from the occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, are speaking at UNISON HQ. Eyewitness reports from Ukrainian trade unions under occupation and attack Thursday 27 August, 5.45pm – UNISON national office, 130 Euston Road, London, NW1 2AY (ground floor). Register for the meeting here Fifteen workers at the … Continue reading FREE THE… ## [Fifty years of Rock Against Racism](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/17/fifty-years-of-rock-against-racism/) _2026-08-17 · DK Renton · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ From Marx is' Muss, a reflection on the start of Rock Against Racism ## [Theories of inflation: part three – a value theory of inflation](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/15/theories-of-inflation-part-three-a-value-theory-of-inflation/) _2026-08-15 · Posted by Truman · Left-Horizons_ By Michael Roberts In this post, I return to my review of the theories of the causes of inflation in modern economies. In the first ## [Lebanon: this is an orchestrated war](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/13/lebanon-this-is-an-orchestrated-war/) _2026-08-13 · Posted by Editor · Left-Horizons_ By Mohamad Safa Israel is making southern Lebanon unliveable – exactly as outlined in the document it submitted to the international community years before regarding ## [AI in healthcare must put patients first and workers at the centre, says Health Division](https://www.siptu.ie/ai-healthcare-patients-first-workers-centre-health-division/) _2026-08-13 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ SIPTU's Health Division has warned that artificial intelligence must not be allowed to replace human judgement, safe staffing, or compassionate care in Ireland’s health service. The post AI in healthcare must put patients first and workers at the centre, says Health Division appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [Nursing manager members vote in favour of industrial/strike action](https://www.siptu.ie/nursing-manager-members-vote-favour-of-industrial-strike-action/) _2026-08-13 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ SIPTU nursing manager members voted overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action and strike action over the failure of the HSE and Department of Health to implement pay recommendations 42 and 43 under the Expert Review Body on Nursing and Midwifery. The post Nursing manager members vote in favour of industrial/strike action appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [Every Channel. One Login. (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/wesnXiQFSjCj) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ 17,000+ live channels, movies and sports on any device. Free trial, no IP lock. ## [Update on Public Service Balloting](https://www.siptu.ie/update-on-public-service-balloting/) _2026-08-13 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ SIPTU members working in the public service have commenced ballots for Industrial and Strike Action over the Government’s failure to meaningfully engage in a successor Pay Agreement. The post Update on Public Service Balloting appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [New agreement strengthens direct employment across the health service](https://www.siptu.ie/new-agreement-strengthens-direct-employment-health-service/) _2026-08-13 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ A landmark national agreement that enables eligible agency workers to transfer into directly employed public service roles represents a major victory for health workers and a significant step towards rebuilding a stronger, more sustainable health service. The post New agreement strengthens direct employment across the health service appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [Members at St Joseph’s Centre vote in favour of WRC proposal ending dispute](https://www.siptu.ie/members-josephs-centre-vote-in-favour-of-wrc-proposal-ending-dispute/) _2026-08-13 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ Members employed at Ireland’s largest dementia care facility voted in favour of a WRC proposal ending a long-running dispute at the unit which caters for more than 80 people daily. The post Members at St Joseph’s Centre vote in favour of WRC proposal ending dispute appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [Monthly message from Kevin Figgis, SIPTU Health Divisional Organiser](https://www.siptu.ie/monthly-message-kevin-figgis-siptu-health-divisional-head-2/) _2026-08-13 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ Throughout July and August, SIPTU representatives have been meeting members in workplaces across the country as part of our consultation process on the Government’s ongoing failure to begin negotiations on a successor Public Service Pay Agreement. The post Monthly message from Kevin Figgis, SIPTU Health Divisional Organiser appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [SIPTU members at St Joseph’s Centre vote in favour of WRC proposal ending dispute](https://www.siptu.ie/siptu-josephs-centre-vote-wrc-dispute/) _2026-08-12 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ SIPTU members employed at Ireland’s largest dementia care facility have voted in favour of a proposal put forward by the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) on 7th August ending a long-running dispute. The post SIPTU members at St Joseph’s Centre vote in favour of WRC proposal ending dispute appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [What socialist feminists owe each other](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/12/what-socialists-feminists-owe-each-other/) _2026-08-12 · Sylvia M · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ A speech from FOTO 2026 on feminist strategy and building a socialist feminism ## [An open letter to Diane Abbott MP](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/08/10/an-open-letter-to-diane-abbott-mp/) _2026-08-10 · sachai · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ Republished with thanks from Labour Hub Dear Diane, As socialist labour movement activists, we were very concerned to learn that at the “International Conference Against War” in London on 20th June you described Russia’s murderous war against the people of Ukraine as “the NATO campaign against Russia”. You cited the Ukraine war as the final, emphatic item … Continue reading An open letter to Diane… ## [Echoes of 1905](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/10/echoes-of-1905/) _2026-08-10 · Wing L · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ An Imperialist nation is defeated at sea by a smaller power. Are talking about 2026, or 1905? ## [NO COVER UP OF UNION COLLUSION IN BLACKLISTING!](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/09/no-cover-up-of-union-collusion-in-blacklisting/) _2026-08-09 · Posted by Mondo · Left-Horizons_ We republish in full (see below), a recent statement from the Blacklist Support Group, who have been campaigning on this issue for many years. Blacklisting ## [“A rat race is for rats.” The legacy of trade unionist Jimmy Reid](https://www.siptu.ie/a-rat-race-is-for-rats-remembering-trade-unionist-jimmy-reid/) _2026-08-09 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ Jimmy Reid lived by the belief that real fulfilment lies in service to humanity and people. The Union way, and that solidarity is not some abstract concept but a daily commitment. The post “A rat race is for rats.” The legacy of trade unionist Jimmy Reid appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [Sync Bookmarks Everywhere (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7u0zb5q3shrW) _2026-08-09 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync keeps folders and toolbar intact across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. ## [Israeli far right tries its hardest to stoke religious conflict](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/08/israeli-far-right-tries-its-hardest-to-stoke-religious-conflict/) _2026-08-08 · Posted by Editor · Left-Horizons_ By John Pickard Benjamin Netanyahu has remained in office for years by empowering the far right of his coalitions, including religious fundamentalist parties. The outlook ## [Disorienting times](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/07/disorienting-times/) _2026-08-07 · Harry Holmes · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ A speech from the opening of FOTO 2026 ## [International Solidarity Convoy to Ukraine announced for November](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/08/05/international-solidarity-convoy-to-ukraine-announced-for-november/) _2026-08-05 · ukrainesolidaritycampaign · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ By the end of 2026 and the beginning of 2027, the Ukrainian people will once again face, for the fifth time, the terrible prospect of another winter at war Despite everything, the Ukrainian people continue to resist, both on the front line and on the home front. They continue to defend their sovereignty and their … Continue reading International Solidarity Convoy to Ukraine announced for November ## [The way forward for the PCS union – part 2](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/05/the-way-forward-for-the-pcs-union-part-2/) _2026-08-05 · Posted by Truman · Left-Horizons_ By David Niven, PCS member, Defra North West & Cumbria Branch In our article ‘Who runs PCS – the members or the bureaucracy?’ we described ## [Theories of inflation: part two – heterodox and Marxist](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/05/theories-of-inflation-part-two-heterodox-and-marxist/) _2026-08-05 · Posted by Truman · Left-Horizons_ By Michael Roberts This is the second part of my discussion of the causes of inflation in modern capitalist economies, based on an unpublished paper ## [Labour Party NEC Elections](https://www.left-horizons.com/2026/08/05/labour-party-nec-elections/) _2026-08-05 · Posted by Donnie F · Left-Horizons_ Gray Allan; Falkirk East CLP Elections to the Labour Party’s national executive committee (NEC) are under way with emails sent to Party members containing a ## [A Communist anticipates … Health Communism](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/05/a-communist-anticipates-health-communism/) _2026-08-05 · DK Renton · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ In 1921, Alexandra Kollontai wrote a short story imagining Health Communism. Here's what we can learn from it. ## [Podcast: How bed retailer Dreams uses wellbeing to shape benefits](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/podcast-how-bed-retailer-dreams-uses-wellbeing-to-shape-benefits/) _2026-08-04 · Debbie Lovewell-Tuck · HR Podcasts news and guidance for employers - Personnel Today_ Abi Griffin, head of colleague experience at Dreams, discusses how it has designed its benefits to suit a large, multi-site workforce. The post Podcast: How bed retailer Dreams uses wellbeing to shape benefits appeared first on Personnel Today . ## [The far right’s embrace of neurodivergence](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/03/the-far-rights-embrace-of-neurodivergence/) _2026-08-03 · Robert Chapman · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ A short article on the seemingly unlikely links between neurodivergence and fascism. ## [Cancer researchers on strike in west London](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/08/01/cancer-researchers-on-strike-in-west-london/) _2026-08-01 · West London rs21 · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ Workers from the ICR enter their ninth week of strike action, demanding pay restoration from their bosses ## [Know before it drops (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/vKQBEzQ2pOyj) _2026-08-01 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a show, artist, genre or rocket and get notified before release ## [SIPTU supports workers’ boycott of Israel fixtures and calls on Government to cancel games](https://www.siptu.ie/siptu-supports-workers-boycott-of-israel-fixtures-and-calls-on-government-to-cancel-games/) _2026-07-30 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ When facing an attempt by a regime to sportswash a genocide, workers have a right to act in accordance with their conscience and should not face disciplinary action. The post SIPTU supports workers’ boycott of Israel fixtures and calls on Government to cancel games appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [SIPTU says attack on Dublin Bus driver highlights need for a Transport Police Service](https://www.siptu.ie/siptu-says-attack-on-dublin-bus-driver-highlights-need-for-a-transport-police-service/) _2026-07-30 · SIPTU – Ireland's Strongest Union_ SIPTU say an attack on a Dublin Bus driver and Union member highlights the pressing need for the Government to fulfil its commitment to establish a Transport Police Service The post SIPTU says attack on Dublin Bus driver highlights need for a Transport Police Service appeared first on SIPTU - Ireland's Strongest Union . ## [Should the British left build its own DSA? Two views from rs21](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/07/29/should-the-british-left-build-its-own-dsa-two-views-from-rs21/) _2026-07-29 · Rob Owen and Vik Chechi-Ribeiro · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ The British left has little to lose, but where should it go? ## [The evolution of democratic centralism in the SWP](https://revsoc21.uk/2026/07/27/the-evolution-of-democratic-centralism-in-the-swp-2/) _2026-07-27 · Pat Stack · rs21 – revolutionary socialism in the 21st century_ We must never again allow organisational structures to remain unchanged, unchallenged and unreviewed, as the world around us changes ## [‘Strengthening Solidarity with Ukraine’ – Motion to Green Party Autumn conference 2026](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/07/24/strengthening-solidarity-with-ukraine-motion-to-green-party-autumn-conference-2026/) _2026-07-24 · sachai · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ Ukraine solidarity activists in the Green Party of England and Wales, organised in the Green Ukraine Solidarity network, have put together the following motion to it’s upcoming Autumn conference (2-4 October 2026, Brighton). It is proposed by British-Ukrainian activist and GPEW member Valentina Butenko. From 24 to 31 July Green members can add themselves as co-proposers … Continue reading… ## [Free the detained Zaporizhzhia nuclear workers! Motion to TUC Congress 2026](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/07/24/free-the-detained-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-workers-motion-to-tuc-congress-2026/) _2026-07-24 · sachai · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ The following motion on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant workers detained and tortured by Russia has been submitted to the 2026 TUC Congress – the conference of trade unions representing the great majority of organised workers in the UK – by the National Union of Mineworkers. TUC Congress 2023 overwhelmingly passed strong policy in solidarity … Continue reading Free the detained Zaporizhzhia… ## [UNISON National Delegate Conference reaffirms solidarity with Ukraine](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/06/24/unison-national-delegate-conference-reaffirms-solidarity-with-ukraine/) _2026-06-24 · sachai · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ The 2026 National Delegate Conference (NDC) of public-sector trade union UNISON (16-19 June, Brighton) reaffirmed the union’s policy in solidarity with Ukraine. NDC 2024 voted by a big margin for a strong solidarity and to affiliate to our campaign. The last year has seen a significant stepping up of both national and branch / grassroots … Continue reading UNISON National Delegate Conference… ## [“While Ukraine fights for its rights, Ukrainians fight for LGBT+ rights” – USC bulletin for TUC LGBT+ conference 2026](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/06/24/as-ukraine-fights-for-its-rights-ukrainian-s-fight-for-lgbt-rights-usc-bulletin-for-tuc-lgbt-conference/) _2026-06-24 · sachai · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ You can download our two page bulletin for TUC LGBT+ conference 2026 (25-26 June, Brighton) below. See also this article on the struggle for LGBT+ rights in Ukraine during the war, by our comrade Sian Norris on openDemocracy. ## [The HR Podcast Ep 6: Guaranteed hours, graduate roles, World Cup](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/the-hr-podcast-ep-6-guaranteed-hours-graduate-roles-world-cup/) _2026-06-24 · Rob Moss · HR Podcasts news and guidance for employers - Personnel Today_ Episode 6 of the Personnel Today HR Podcast focuses on one of the most complex aspects of the Employment Rights Act – guaranteed hours. The post The HR Podcast Ep 6: Guaranteed hours, graduate roles, World Cup appeared first on Personnel Today . ## [OPEN LETTER TO THE INTERNATIONAL ANTI‑WAR CONFERENCE IN LONDON](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/06/19/open-letter-to-the-international-anti-war-conference-in-london/) _2026-06-19 · ukrainesolidaritycampaign · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ On 20 June, the Stop the War Coalition is hosting a major International Conference Against War in London. Back in January, the Ukraine Solidarity Campaign wrote to Lindsey German, Convenor of StW, stressing that any credible discussion on the war must include those directly affected by Russia’s unprovoked invasion — particularly Ukrainian trade unionists and … Continue reading OPEN LETTER TO THE… ## [DONATE TO NEW AID APPEAL](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/06/03/donate-to-new-aid-appeal/) _2026-06-03 · ukrainesolidaritycampaign · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ Donate to the appeal here. Shortlink to circulate: bit.ly/schoolsappeal You can also follow this QR code: Since the full scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia has bombed 3,798 educational institutions, with 365 completely destroyed. In April 2025, a missile struck a children’s playground in Kryvyi Rih, killing nine children. In frontline cities such as Pavlohrad and … Continue reading DONATE TO NEW… ## [Andriy Melnyk, Leader of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists](https://ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/06/03/andriy-melnyk-leader-of-the-organization-of-ukrainian-nationalists/) _2026-06-03 · ukrainesolidaritycampaign · Ukraine Solidarity Campaign (Кампанія Солідарності з Україною)_ It is high time to think differently, to reconsider which persons and movements are worthy of cherishing. John-Paul Himka Andriy Melnyk was the leader of the entire Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) in 1938-40 and of its Melnyk faction thereafter, until his death in 1964. He remained in his grave in Luxembourg until in late … Continue reading Andriy Melnyk, Leader of the Organization of… ## [Nous at QMUL](https://qmucu.org/2026/06/02/nous-at-qmul/) _2026-06-02 · QMUCU · QMUCU_ The Australian consultancy Nous has its teeth in QMUL. We outline its impact thus far. ## [The HR Podcast Ep 5: Antisemitism, temperature and firing HR](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/the-hr-podcast-ep-5-antisemitism-temperature-and-firing-hr/) _2026-05-27 · Rob Moss · HR Podcasts news and guidance for employers - Personnel Today_ This month's episode explores antisemitism in the workplace – how it differs to other discrimination, and what employers can do to tackle it. The post The HR Podcast Ep 5: Antisemitism, temperature and firing HR appeared first on Personnel Today . ## [Marking European Day of Solidarity With Palestinian Workers](https://www.etun-palestine.org/site/2026/05/21/european-day-of-solidarity-with-palestinian-workers-2/) _2026-05-21 · etun-palestine.org · Etun Palestine_ On May 20th we mark the European Day of Solidarity with Palestinian workers, established in 2023 and endorsed by Palestinian trade unions. After over two years of ongoing genocide, European governments and institutions still remain complicit in Israel\`s crimes by... Continue Reading → ## [Trade Union\`s Call To European Leaders: Urgent Action Needed on Israel\`s Death Penalty Law](https://www.etun-palestine.org/site/2026/05/08/trade-unions-call-to-european-leaders-urgent-action-needed-on-israels-death-penalty-law/) _2026-05-08 · etun-palestine.org · Etun Palestine_ 29 European trade union organisations, including biggest trade union federations and confederations called on the EU and European leaders to take urgent actions in line with international law and respond to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon, state-backed settler violence in the... Continue Reading → ## [Urgent intervention needed for the release of abducted Global Sumud Flotilla participants](https://www.etun-palestine.org/site/2026/05/05/urgent-intervention-needed-for-the-release-of-abducted-global-sumud-flotilla-participants/) _2026-05-05 · etun-palestine.org · Etun Palestine_ We join an urgent international alert issued by the Global Sumud Flotilla on May 2 on a State-sponsored abduction and torture that took place in international waters. Following the illegal interception of 22 vessels belonging to Global Sumud Flotilla by... Continue Reading → ## [Over 185 Organisations Warn EU Failure to Suspend EU-Israel Association Agreement Violates Fundamental Human Rights Commitments](https://www.etun-palestine.org/site/2026/04/29/over-185-organisations-warn-eu-failure-to-suspend-eu-israel-association-agreement-violates-fundamental-human-rights-commitments/) _2026-04-29 · etun-palestine.org · Etun Palestine_ Alongside 185 organisations and trade unions, we urge European leaders to adopt long overdue measures and immediately suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement. 21 April 2026 marks a defining moment in the European Union’s (EU) external conduct – one that has... Continue Reading → ## [The HR Podcast Ep 4: Trade union access, AI agents, Fair Work Agency](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/hr-podcast-ep-4-trade-union-access-rights-agentic-ai-fair-work-agency/) _2026-04-29 · Rob Moss · HR Podcasts news and guidance for employers - Personnel Today_ This month’s episode of the Personnel Today HR Podcast, brought to you by Deel, explores what employers need to do... The post The HR Podcast Ep 4: Trade union access, AI agents, Fair Work Agency appeared first on Personnel Today . ## [The HR Podcast Ep 3: Antarctic HR, April law changes, neurodiversity](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/the-hr-podcast-episode-3-antarctic-hr-april-law-changes-neurodiversity-march-2026/) _2026-03-18 · Rob Moss · HR Podcasts news and guidance for employers - Personnel Today_ An exclusive interview with head of HR at British Antarctic Survey, a look at law changes in April, and neurodiversity in tribunals. The post The HR Podcast Ep 3: Antarctic HR, April law changes, neurodiversity appeared first on Personnel Today .