#industrial-action
#industrial-action

Education

Teachers at nurturing' Bromley primary school strike over academisation plans

NEU members at Southborough Primary School initiated industrial action against plans for transfer to The Pioneer Academy Trust, raising major concerns over academisation.

fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk

Education

Protests seen outside special school which shuts for second day

Little Heath School is closed for two consecutive days due to staff industrial action, prompting protests by parents concerned about safety and communication.

NYC parents

School strikes end after agreement reached

The strike at Wanstead High School ended after an agreement was reached regarding teachers' pay and working conditions.

1 week ago

UK politics

Secondary teachers to ballot for industrial action if talks fail on controversial senior cycle changes

Both teacher unions may initiate industrial action if their concerns over senior cycle reforms remain unaddressed.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

1 week ago

Higher education

TUI to ballot for industrial action if Leaving Cert reform talks 'fail to deliver acceptable outcome'

Union seeks pause on senior cycle changes for proper consultation.

Intensive talks between unions and Department of Education addressing senior cycle issues.

Education

Teachers at nurturing' Bromley primary school strike over academisation plans

NEU members at Southborough Primary School initiated industrial action against plans for transfer to The Pioneer Academy Trust, raising major concerns over academisation.

fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk

Education

Protests seen outside special school which shuts for second day

Little Heath School is closed for two consecutive days due to staff industrial action, prompting protests by parents concerned about safety and communication.

NYC parents

School strikes end after agreement reached

The strike at Wanstead High School ended after an agreement was reached regarding teachers' pay and working conditions.

1 week ago

UK politics

Secondary teachers to ballot for industrial action if talks fail on controversial senior cycle changes

Both teacher unions may initiate industrial action if their concerns over senior cycle reforms remain unaddressed.

more#education

#dublin-bus

London startup

Dublin Bus work-to-rule which caused severe delays to passengers has been suspended

Dublin Bus reached a temporary agreement to suspend industrial action concerning pay disputes with maintenance engineering operatives.

3 weeks ago

London politics

Dublin Bus could face industrial action as maintenance staff reject pay offer

Dublin Bus workers are pushing for a 14.5% pay rise to achieve salary parity, threatening potential industrial action if demands are unmet.

London startup

Dublin Bus work-to-rule which caused severe delays to passengers has been suspended

Dublin Bus reached a temporary agreement to suspend industrial action concerning pay disputes with maintenance engineering operatives.

3 weeks ago

London politics

Dublin Bus could face industrial action as maintenance staff reject pay offer

Dublin Bus workers are pushing for a 14.5% pay rise to achieve salary parity, threatening potential industrial action if demands are unmet.

more#dublin-bus

#healthcare

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

London

Warning of GP strikes across north London

GPs are staging collective industrial action for the first time in 60 years due to funding disputes.

Healthcare

Last-ditch talks to avert work-to-rule across health service will resume tomorrow after 2am finish

Unions are escalating industrial actions over staffing disputes after lengthy talks with government officials.

Miscellaneous

Healthcare workers vote 'overwhelmingly' for industrial action over non-filling of vacant posts

Nurses and midwives are preparing for industrial action due to unfilled posts and alleged recruitment bans in the public health sector.

OMG science

More than 2,000 medical scientists join health service work-to-rule

Medical laboratory scientists in Ireland are set to strike due to ongoing staff shortages and pay concerns in the healthcare system.

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

London

Warning of GP strikes across north London

GPs are staging collective industrial action for the first time in 60 years due to funding disputes.

Healthcare

Last-ditch talks to avert work-to-rule across health service will resume tomorrow after 2am finish

Unions are escalating industrial actions over staffing disputes after lengthy talks with government officials.

Miscellaneous

Healthcare workers vote 'overwhelmingly' for industrial action over non-filling of vacant posts

Nurses and midwives are preparing for industrial action due to unfilled posts and alleged recruitment bans in the public health sector.

OMG science

More than 2,000 medical scientists join health service work-to-rule

Medical laboratory scientists in Ireland are set to strike due to ongoing staff shortages and pay concerns in the healthcare system.

more#healthcare

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk

NYC parents

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.

#labor-relations

Miscellaneous

Boss at Meta urged to end alleged 'union busting' tactics ahead of strike action

Connect members protest against Meta's alleged undermining of union activities and shift changes, initiating a work stoppage.

fromIndependent

UK news

Workplace tribunal adjudicators 'raging' over threat to cut case loads as WRC chief warns over delays

Delays at the Workplace Relations Commission have prompted pressure on adjudicators to expedite decisions or face reduced workloads.

Miscellaneous

Boss at Meta urged to end alleged 'union busting' tactics ahead of strike action

Connect members protest against Meta's alleged undermining of union activities and shift changes, initiating a work stoppage.

fromIndependent

UK news

Workplace tribunal adjudicators 'raging' over threat to cut case loads as WRC chief warns over delays

Delays at the Workplace Relations Commission have prompted pressure on adjudicators to expedite decisions or face reduced workloads.

more#labor-relations

#unite-union

New York City

Construction at new Children's Hospital site could be hit by strikes in row over travel payments

Unite union members are striking over travel allowance cuts, with future actions possibly targeting children's hospital construction sites if disputes escalate.

Television

Construction sites to be hit with strikes next week as talks between union and employers collapse

Unite has declared industrial action due to unresolved disputes over travel time payment cuts after discussions with employers collapsed.

Privacy professionals

Construction workers to picket National Children's Hospital site in row over travel payment

Unite union members plan further industrial action for restoring travel expense payments after MEBSCA's initial contact to resolve the dispute.

London politics

Birmingham bin strike to continue after talks end without resolution

Ongoing strike by Birmingham waste collectors continues as talks with the council fail to produce a resolution.

New York City

Construction at new Children's Hospital site could be hit by strikes in row over travel payments

Unite union members are striking over travel allowance cuts, with future actions possibly targeting children's hospital construction sites if disputes escalate.

Television

Construction sites to be hit with strikes next week as talks between union and employers collapse

Unite has declared industrial action due to unresolved disputes over travel time payment cuts after discussions with employers collapsed.

Privacy professionals

Construction workers to picket National Children's Hospital site in row over travel payment

Unite union members plan further industrial action for restoring travel expense payments after MEBSCA's initial contact to resolve the dispute.

London politics

Birmingham bin strike to continue after talks end without resolution

Ongoing strike by Birmingham waste collectors continues as talks with the council fail to produce a resolution.

more#unite-union

#union-dispute

UK politics

Bin collection workers vote 95pc for industrial action over sale of Bord na Mona Recycling

Union members at Bord na Móna Recycling are prepared to strike over concerns for terms of employment following the company's impending sale.

SF politics

South Dublin councillors face disruption as almost 500 local authority workers set to start work-to-rule

Fórsa initiates industrial action against South Dublin County Council over outsourcing work, seeking negotiations after overwhelming member support.

UK politics

Bin collection workers vote 95pc for industrial action over sale of Bord na Mona Recycling

Union members at Bord na Móna Recycling are prepared to strike over concerns for terms of employment following the company's impending sale.

fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk

SF politics

South Dublin councillors face disruption as almost 500 local authority workers set to start work-to-rule

Fórsa initiates industrial action against South Dublin County Council over outsourcing work, seeking negotiations after overwhelming member support.

more#union-dispute

Staff at school that was forced to become academy vote to strike

The NEU achieved a unanimous vote for strike action amid ongoing unresolved issues at Byron Court Primary School.

UK news

#siptu

Business

Workers at tech firm Becton Dickinson begin work-to-rule in row over exit package as 200 jobs to go

Up to 200 jobs will be lost in Drogheda as the plant closes in 2026, leading workers to initiate industrial action.

Miscellaneous

Wheelie bin services to over 135,000 households could be hit by strikes

Siptu members may strike against the sale of Bord na Móna's waste management service, prioritizing public ownership for waste collection.

Miscellaneous

Staff in disability organisations to consider strike after Simon Harris encounter with care worker

Siptu is seeking to consult members about a long-standing pay claim due to government inaction, highlighting the need for action over promises.

London politics

'Shocking' that Bord na Mona will not reveal sale price for bin collection business, Union writes in letter to Opposition

Bord na Móna's sale of a public asset to KWD Recycling raises concerns about non-disclosure agreements and implications for workers' rights.

Startup companies

Workers at Becton Dickinson in Drogheda begin a 'work-to-rule' over claims management have failed to engage with SIPTU

SIPTU members at Becton Dickinson began 'work-to-rule' action due to management's failure to address job losses and plant closure concerns.

Business

Workers at tech firm Becton Dickinson begin work-to-rule in row over exit package as 200 jobs to go

Up to 200 jobs will be lost in Drogheda as the plant closes in 2026, leading workers to initiate industrial action.

Miscellaneous

Wheelie bin services to over 135,000 households could be hit by strikes

Siptu members may strike against the sale of Bord na Móna's waste management service, prioritizing public ownership for waste collection.

Miscellaneous

Staff in disability organisations to consider strike after Simon Harris encounter with care worker

Siptu is seeking to consult members about a long-standing pay claim due to government inaction, highlighting the need for action over promises.

London politics

'Shocking' that Bord na Mona will not reveal sale price for bin collection business, Union writes in letter to Opposition

Bord na Móna's sale of a public asset to KWD Recycling raises concerns about non-disclosure agreements and implications for workers' rights.

Startup companies

Workers at Becton Dickinson in Drogheda begin a 'work-to-rule' over claims management have failed to engage with SIPTU

SIPTU members at Becton Dickinson began 'work-to-rule' action due to management's failure to address job losses and plant closure concerns.

more#siptu

#elizabeth-line

London

Rush hour chaos on Elizabeth line between Paddington and Heathrow after fault

Elizabeth Line services face significant delays due to track issues and a strike, affecting thousands of passengers.

London

Elizabeth line staff to strike on New Year's Eve

RMT union members on the Elizabeth line threaten to strike over unmet pay and working conditions on New Year's Eve.

London

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.

London

Rush hour chaos on Elizabeth line between Paddington and Heathrow after fault

Elizabeth Line services face significant delays due to track issues and a strike, affecting thousands of passengers.

London

Elizabeth line staff to strike on New Year's Eve

RMT union members on the Elizabeth line threaten to strike over unmet pay and working conditions on New Year's Eve.

London

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.

London

Hundreds of Met Police staff start strike action

Over 300 Metropolitan Police staff strike over hybrid working dispute after pay dock threats.

Miscellaneous

Civil servants in two departments ordered to increase number of days in the office

Fórsa is contesting a mandate for more in-person work from public sector employees, citing a breach of prior agreements.

London

Hundreds of Met Police staff start strike action

Over 300 Metropolitan Police staff strike over hybrid working dispute after pay dock threats.

Miscellaneous

Civil servants in two departments ordered to increase number of days in the office

Fórsa is contesting a mandate for more in-person work from public sector employees, citing a breach of prior agreements.

more#hybrid-working

#forsa

Miscellaneous

Civil servants in two departments won't increase number of days in the office as talks to take place

Fórsa union is preparing for potential industrial action due to unilateral changes in working arrangements requiring staff to work an additional day weekly.

Miscellaneous

New government faces threat of health strikes within weeks, union leader warns

Dispute over staffing in health sector may escalate without significant changes from the HSE.

Miscellaneous

Civil servants in two departments won't increase number of days in the office as talks to take place

Fórsa union is preparing for potential industrial action due to unilateral changes in working arrangements requiring staff to work an additional day weekly.

Miscellaneous

New government faces threat of health strikes within weeks, union leader warns

Dispute over staffing in health sector may escalate without significant changes from the HSE.

more#forsa

#labor-dispute

London

Doctors' union which went on strike accused of underpaying its own staff

BMA staff face possible strike over underpayment claims despite recent pay increases.

Privacy professionals

Construction firms warn jobs will be lost over pickets in dispute over travel payments after action at National Children's Hospital

MEBSCA urges an end to picketing by Unite members over travel allowances, claiming existing wages are sufficient and actions could harm the sector.

London

Doctors' union which went on strike accused of underpaying its own staff

BMA staff face possible strike over underpayment claims despite recent pay increases.

Privacy professionals

Construction firms warn jobs will be lost over pickets in dispute over travel payments after action at National Children's Hospital

MEBSCA urges an end to picketing by Unite members over travel allowances, claiming existing wages are sufficient and actions could harm the sector.

more#labor-dispute

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Miscellaneous

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.

#workers-rights

London

London train strikes December 2024: Christmas strike dates and everything you need to know

London's rail workers' strikes continue with smaller actions planned over the holiday season despite recent decreases in industrial unrest.

fromBusiness Matters

Privacy professionals

Tetley tea owner takes legal action against striking workers over trespass claims

Tata Consumer Products is pursuing legal action against striking workers, emphasizing adherence to picketing rules amid ongoing disputes over pay cuts.

London

Weeks-long bin strikes in last-minute cancellation

Refuse workers in Redbridge returned to work after accepting a last-minute improved contract from Unite the Union.

Miscellaneous

'Late Late Toy Show' call-centre staff request bigger Christmas bonus

Abtran staff are urging for a significant increase in their Christmas bonus as they prepare for potential industrial action.

London

Qantas strike: travellers on alert for flight disruptions as engineers begin rolling strikes

Qantas flights may be disrupted as engineers strike for higher pay amidst football grand finals.

London

London train strikes December 2024: Christmas strike dates and everything you need to know

London's rail workers' strikes continue with smaller actions planned over the holiday season despite recent decreases in industrial unrest.

fromBusiness Matters

Privacy professionals

Tetley tea owner takes legal action against striking workers over trespass claims

Tata Consumer Products is pursuing legal action against striking workers, emphasizing adherence to picketing rules amid ongoing disputes over pay cuts.

London

Weeks-long bin strikes in last-minute cancellation

Refuse workers in Redbridge returned to work after accepting a last-minute improved contract from Unite the Union.

Miscellaneous

'Late Late Toy Show' call-centre staff request bigger Christmas bonus

Abtran staff are urging for a significant increase in their Christmas bonus as they prepare for potential industrial action.

London

Qantas strike: travellers on alert for flight disruptions as engineers begin rolling strikes

Qantas flights may be disrupted as engineers strike for higher pay amidst football grand finals.

more#workers-rights

fromBBC News

Miscellaneous

Met Police: vote for strike action over return to office working

The 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 workers

Almost 100,000 Volkswagen workers in Germany protested against wage cuts and threatened plant closures, indicating significant unrest and potential for further action.

fromFast Company

Business

VW workers threaten more strikes unless leadership makes better compromises

Volkswagen workers have initiated widespread strikes, demanding management compromises to address wage cuts and plant closure threats.

Business

fromFast Company

Volkswagen strikes across Germany draw nearly 100,000 workers

Almost 100,000 Volkswagen workers in Germany protested against wage cuts and threatened plant closures, indicating significant unrest and potential for further action.

fromFast Company

Business

VW workers threaten more strikes unless leadership makes better compromises

Volkswagen workers have initiated widespread strikes, demanding management compromises to address wage cuts and plant closure threats.

more#volkswagen

Miscellaneous

Next government likely to face health service industrial action in new year, union leader warns

The dispute over purported HSE understaffing may escalate, risking strikes unless management changes their approach.

#london-underground

London

Tube strikes are back: London Underground faces chaos as Aslef announces November walkouts

Two Tube strikes on November 7 and 12, announced by Aslef, follow union votes for improved pay despite TfL's revised offer.

London

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.

London

Tube strikes are back: London Underground faces chaos as Aslef announces November walkouts

Two Tube strikes on November 7 and 12, announced by Aslef, follow union votes for improved pay despite TfL's revised offer.

London

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.

more#london-underground

UK news

Lawyers raise threat of industrial action over legal aid funding row

Legal 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.

fromwww.dw.com

1 year ago

Business

Germany sees surprising resurgence of trade unions DW 02/04/2024

Young 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.

Miscellaneous

Dail row breaks out after Sinn Fein's John Brady accuses Darragh O'Brien of 'backstabbing' retained firefighters

Firefighters feel betrayed as government fails to deliver promised support despite a budget surplus.

Business

Workers at tech firm Becton Dickinson begin work-to-rule in row over exit package as 200 jobs to go

The closure of a profitable plant in Drogheda will result in significant job losses, leading workers to vote for industrial action.

Manchester City

Guardiola backs Rodri and players for industrial action over amount of games

Players are considering industrial action due to the overwhelming number of matches scheduled, emphasizing the need for reform in football's fixture management.

Privacy professionals

Train drivers accept pay deal to end strike action

Train drivers' acceptance of a pay deal marks the end of over two years of strikes across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Privacy professionals

Scottish government raids 460m green energy fund for public sector pay rises

Scottish ministers are utilizing a green energy fund to address unforeseen public sector pay expenses while cutting non-essential spending.

Privacy professionals

Rightwing outrage at Labour's pay deals is out of step with public mood

Labour's negotiations with unions signal potential disruptions, echoing past industrial unrest, but public support challenges narratives of a returning 'winter of discontent'.

#heathrow-airport

London

London travel news LIVE: Heathrow Border Force strikes begin as multi-car crash closes M25

Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport strike over roster disputes.

Privacy professionals

Heathrow Border Force officers to go on strike

Border Force agents at Heathrow Airport will strike from August 31 to September 3 due to disputes over working conditions.

London

London travel news LIVE: Heathrow Border Force strikes begin as multi-car crash closes M25

Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport strike over roster disputes.

Privacy professionals

Heathrow Border Force officers to go on strike

Border Force agents at Heathrow Airport will strike from August 31 to September 3 due to disputes over working conditions.

more#heathrow-airport

#pay-rise

London

London City Airport faces major disruption as staff threaten first ever strike

Baggage handlers at City Airport demand a 17% pay rise, citing disparities with Gatwick colleagues and increasing living costs as key issues.

9 months ago

Business

Millions of UK public sector workers set for above-inflation pay rise

Public sector workers to receive pay rise after years of austerity.

10 months ago

UK news

Starmer's strongest warning yet to striking doctors: I won't give 35% rise

Sir Keir Starmer refuses to give striking junior doctors the 35% pay rise they demand.

London

London City Airport faces major disruption as staff threaten first ever strike

Baggage handlers at City Airport demand a 17% pay rise, citing disparities with Gatwick colleagues and increasing living costs as key issues.

9 months ago

Business

Millions of UK public sector workers set for above-inflation pay rise

Public sector workers to receive pay rise after years of austerity.

10 months ago

UK news

Starmer's strongest warning yet to striking doctors: I won't give 35% rise

Sir Keir Starmer refuses to give striking junior doctors the 35% pay rise they demand.

more#pay-rise

9 months ago

UK news

Reeves signals she will give inflation-busting pay hikes for public sector workers

Rachel Reeves hints at inflation-busting pay rises for public sector workers, emphasizing the need to avoid industrial action by settling swiftly.

London

London travel news LIVE: Aslef train strikes hit commuters for second day amid airport e-gate chaos

Industrial action affecting Heathrow Express and other London operators, delays and chaos at airports due to Border Force e-gates issue.