Black female and Latina trailblazers revolutionize American labor unions
In the rich tapestry of American labor history, the threads woven by Black women and Latinas have often been overlooked. Yet, their contributions have been integral to the fabric of the labor movement since its inception. From the cotton fields of the antebellum South to the factories of the Industrial Revolution, these women have been at the forefront of the fight for workers’ rights, often facing dual discrimination based on both their gender and race.
Workers to be given twice as long to strike under Government proposals
Workers would be given twice as long to strike under proposals being considered by the Government.Unions could be able to stage walkouts for up to a year after balloting members, according to a consultation document produced by the Department for Business and Trade.Under existing legislation, if workers vote to strike, the mandate expires after six months and another poll must be carried out for any following action to be valid.The Government said doubling this time period would “strike the correct balance” between ensuring action is based on a recent vote and reducing the need for “costly and time-consuming” re-ballots.The...