Latest Publications
The political attack on workplace representation- a legal response
This brand new publication from Professor Keith Ewing- President of the IER- and Alan Bogg provides a legal response to the government ' s attempts to quash union representation in the workplace through such policies as cutting facility time. The book is highly recommended for trade unions and their members and is available to those who belong to a union at just £ 10 compared with £ 40 for others. Access to justice in employment disputes: surveying the terrain
This collection of five essays by some of the UK ' s leading experts in employment tribunals and disputes includes work by John Hendy QC, the go-to lawyer for major trade union cases and the IER ' s Chair, and renowned academic Linda Dickens MBE. We have limited stock available, so order your copy now.
Take Action
Bring Greek National Television Back On Air
Sign the European Broadcast Union petition to the government of Greece, which demands the reestablishment of state television services in the country. The closure of public television in Greece has been slammed as undemocratic. Sign the petition here
Austerity Uncovered: Bring your stories to the TUC
The TUC has organised a national road tour collecting evidence of the hardship caused by austerity. Find out when they will be in a town near you here.
Your Rights At Work- save the social chapter
Unions Together have organised a petition against David Cameron ' s proposals to bring employment law back to the UK instead of allowing the EU to influence the rights of workers. This would put at risk paid holiday and sick leave, the Working Time Directive, equality laws and health and safety regulations. Sign the petition here
Register for the People ' s Assembly Against Austerity
The People ' s Assembly Against Austerity brings together trade unions, campaigners, grassroots organisations, and anyone passionate about fighting the Coalition ' s cuts at a large-scale forum in London on June 22nd. Actors and comedians, as well as trade union leaders, solicitors and other organisations have already signed up. More information here Register here
Become a ' Friend ' of the Ken Gill Memorial Fund
A ' Friends " application form can be found here.
You can find out more about the Fund, and Ken ' s life including video and audio material,