My article for the new Techworker site looks at the growing appetite for collective voice amongst the UK’s now-majority digitally native workforce, and explores whether that will translate into a resurgence of trade unionism and a rebalancing of power in workplaces. https://techworker.com/2021/03/01/tech-workers-in-the-uk-are-finding-their-voice-but-will-they-unionize/… CONTINUE READING
We chat with Bectu chief Philippa Childs about Covid, Brexit, BBC and dignity at work. CONTINUE READING
Everyone says the Union Learning Fund works so why is the DfE planning to cut its funding? CONTINUE READING
From podcasters to planners, the booming self-employment sector is a challenge and opportunity for unions. What have we learned so far and what more can we do? CONTINUE READING
How do one-employer unions stay independent and effectives? CONTINUE READING
Despite the stresses and constraints of coronavirus, April has been a busy month for Makes You Think. More than ever, a huge and heartfelt Thank You to all our key workers. CONTINUE READING
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