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Work in retail or distribution? Join one of the UK’s biggest trade unions. Promoted by Joanne Thomas on behalf of Usdaw, both of Usdaw, Voyager Building, 2 Furness Quay, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ https://linktr.ee/usdawunion

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An update on Morrisons pay negotiations following the closure of the 'zero offer' ballot.

03.03.2026 16:02 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We condemn the dangerous escalation of military actions in Iran.

Full TUC statement
➡️ https://bit.ly/4u1zCIt

03.03.2026 14:38 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - TUC Women’s Conference 2026

TUC Women’s Conference 2026: Usdaw highlights far right, along with maternity discrimination and the gender pay gap www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

03.03.2026 12:38 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Is this really the Britain we want in 2026? 🤔

01.03.2026 17:00 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - Northern Labour Conference 2026

Northern Labour Conference 2026: Usdaw seeks support for tackling retail crime www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

27.02.2026 17:31 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We're urging Labour to reflect on the verdict of the voters and deliver the change they promised.

27.02.2026 15:20 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 2    📌 0
USDAW - Gorton and Denton by-election

Gorton and Denton by-election: Usdaw urges Labour to reflect on the verdict of the voters and deliver the change they promised www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

27.02.2026 14:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Aches and pains after a long shift? Your Usdaw Health and Safety Rep can help! 👷‍♀️

#HealthandSafetyAwarenessDay

26.02.2026 12:20 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - Health and Safety Matters Day 2026

Health and Safety Matters Day – Usdaw puts a focus on the year-round campaigning of workplace reps www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

26.02.2026 11:42 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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This week, a brand new cohort of Organising Officers began Academy 2! 🎉

They've been getting to know each other during their first sessions alongside learning how to build their portfolios, plan campaigns and organising for recruitment 👏

We wish you the best of luck on your Academy 2 journey! 💜

25.02.2026 13:53 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - Tesco head office restructure

Tesco head office restructure: Usdaw to enter into consultation talks to seek the best deal possible for members affected www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

25.02.2026 12:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - Reform pledges to reverse ERA

Reform’s pledge to reverse the Employment Rights Act should strike fear into the hearts of working people, says Usdaw www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

25.02.2026 11:49 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 2
USDAW - BRC Crime Survey

BRC Crime Survey says reports of violence and abuse against retail workers fell by a fifth last year, but remained at its second highest level on record www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

24.02.2026 14:06 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Joanne Thomas pushes for a 'parents-first' approach to SEND reforms and more support for young people as they move into the world of work on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg #BBCLauraK

23.02.2026 13:00 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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“I’ll always make sure that Labour delivers for our members” 👏

Usdaw General Secretary Joanne Thomas speaks up for workers on this morning’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg 🗣️

#BBCLauraK

22.02.2026 11:58 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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'Labour promised to make work pay. Now it must deliver for young people' - LabourList Labour was elected on a promise to Make Work Pay for everyone. Now, together, let’s make sure we work together on creating the fairly-paid jobs that will give the next generation hope.

‘Labour promised to make work pay. Now it must deliver for young people’

General Secretary Joanne Thomas talks about the need for good work opportunities for young people. 🤝💪

Read more: https://labourlist.org/2026/02/young-people-minimum-wage-joanne-thomas/

21.02.2026 11:10 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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"There's only one way to make a difference - that's by getting more working class people into politics" 👏

Usdaw General Secretary and Labour Unions Chair Joanne Thomas and Deputy Labour Leader Lucy Powell joined a Labour Unions online discussion for Heart Unions week 💜🤝🌹

20.02.2026 15:01 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Voting by post is quick, easy, and secure - https://workingpeople.vote/ 📮

The upcoming local elections on Thursday 7 May will decide who runs our councils and local services - make sure you are registered, signed up, and ready to play your part ✅

19.02.2026 12:00 — 👍 1    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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The Employment Rights Act is strengthening trade unions rights STARTING TODAY 🙌

Over the next few months, the ERA will see an end to exploitative zero-hour contracts, a ban on fire and rehire, guaranteed sick pay and parental leave from day one of employment 👏

18.02.2026 16:31 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Multi-millionaire Reform MP Richard Tice wants young people on minimum wage to be paid even less.

18.02.2026 13:02 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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We're calling on ALL members to REJECT Morrisons' "zero offer" in this month's pay ballot ❌

If you work at Morrisons and are not currently an Usdaw member, you can join now (via link in bio) to have your voice heard 🗣️

13.02.2026 16:01 — 👍 2    🔁 2    💬 1    📌 0
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We stand in solidarity with UFCW members ✊

An open letter to President of the UFCW Milton Jones:

11.02.2026 11:59 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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10.02.2026 12:02 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Last weekend, activists, delegates and officials came together for Usdaw's Political Conference in Cardiff! 🌹

Thank you to all speakers and attendees 👏

10.02.2026 12:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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First minister of Wales (and Labour Welsh leader) Eluned Morgan visiting our reps at Tesco in Cardiff last week 👏🌹

09.02.2026 13:25 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Every worker needs a union 💜

Trade unions organise for fairness at work, promote equality, improve health and safety and get a better deal for members ✅

Work in retail or distribution? Join Usdaw this #HeartUnionsWeek (🔗 in bio)

09.02.2026 12:02 — 👍 3    🔁 4    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - TUC ‘Heart Unions’ week 2026

TUC #HeartUnionsWeek 2026: Usdaw celebrates hard-won achievements and the commitment of volunteer trade union reps www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

09.02.2026 10:41 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Have you been affected by the cost of living crisis? 💷 ⬇️

We want to hear your experiences of how the increased cost of living is affecting your life 🗣️

Fill out the survey here
👉 https://bit.ly/4kiQztb (or via website link in bio)

07.02.2026 12:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Over HALF of Tetrosyl's warehouse staff are now Usdaw members and yet the company still refuse to recognise or engage in talks with us 🤔

We have now applied for a statutory agreement which would give us an agreement without the need for a ballot ✍️

06.02.2026 17:01 — 👍 1    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
USDAW - Tetrosyl recognition dispute

Tetrosyl recognition dispute: Usdaw applies for a statutory agreement after the Rochdale based company fails to enter into talks www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...

06.02.2026 10:13 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0