The Strength of Our Unions
This year’s victories are testament to the success of strike campaigns and the deepening of effective political arguments. Roz Foyer, STUC General Secretary, reviews the state of the unions.
New Union Frontiers
Trades Councils Guard the Flame
Trades union councils give strength and focus to the domestic and international struggles of Scotland’s labour movement, writes Mike Arnott, President of the STUC.
Employment Powers for a Purpose
There is now broad support in Scotland for devolving employment law. Dave Watson is author of a new Reid Foundation report on the practicalities of giving the Scottish Parliament those powers.
The Tory War on Migrant Workers’ Families
International workers are the latest target in the Tory war on the family. Catriona MacDonald explains why new laws will hurt many migrant workers and help nobody at all.
Firefighter Mortality is Far Too High
Firefighting is dangerous enough without the growing risk of life-threatening diseases. Colin Brown spells out how the government should radically reduce the scandalous rates of illness and death.
Safety in Schools: A Growing Struggle
School staff unions are grappling with growing rates of violence incidents. Resourcing pupil support and reversing budget cuts are the solution, writes Mandy MacDowell.
First Strike in a Private School
Charles George reflects on the recent strike in Hutchesons’ Grammar, and the seismic shifts that are leading private school staff to organise and strike.