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Official Bectu Union account: linktr.ee/bectu We're dedicated to supporting staff & freelancers across the creative industries. A sector of Prospect Union.

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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Bectu has written to the Chancellor, seeking a meeting to discuss the Government’s Timely Payment consultation. We argue: “It is vital that any new system is flexible, supports financial stability, and reflects the way creative freelancers actually work." Read more: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-w...
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Bectu writes to Chancellor over proposed reforms to Income Tax Self-Assessment payments
Bectu has written to the Chancellor, seeking a meeting to discuss the Government’s Timely Payment consultation...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Head of Bectu Philippa Childs has announced she will step down from her role in January after more than eight years leading Bectu. Since taking up the post in 2018 as Bectu’s first female head, Philippa has championed the rights of nearly 40,000 staff, contract and freelance workers.
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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 14/07/2026
@bectu.bsky.social has urged producers of The Hunger Games: On Stage to tackle “unacceptably long” working hours for backstage workers on the show. Read more in The Stage 👇
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Hunger Games producers urged to tackle ‘unacceptably long’ working hours backstage
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Writers' Guild of Great Britain @writersguildgb.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Cuts to the BBC will be devastating for writers, other creators, audiences + all those who love our oldest public service broadcaster Join us to campaign against the cuts: • Sign the petition • Share a campaign video from @bectu.bsky.social • Write to your MP writersguild.org.uk/bbc-cuts-our...
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BBC cuts – our response - The Writers' Guild of Great Britain
Creative freelancers will be left reeling by the recent announcement of large-scale cuts to the BBC. This is devastating news and further details are continuing to emerge. We are speaking to …
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Prospect Union @prospectunion.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Prospect is calling on the Government to leave X following ongoing political interference and the promotion of far-right content on the platform. Civil servants and communications workers should not have to read racist content while trying to do their jobs and communicate with the public.
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Equity @equityuk.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Equity stands with @bectu.bsky.social 's behind-the-scenes film and TV workers and we're asking you to do the same! Bectu's Broken Turnaround survey has revealed widespread breaches of basic rest periods, and a culture that is putting workers at risk. Sign the petition here: tinyurl.com/mpnttnda
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Writers' Guild of Great Britain @writersguildgb.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
We’re proud to support @bectu.bsky.social's Broken Turnaround campaign, which kicked off yesterday with a protest walk Find out more + sign the petition calling on Pact and all UK streamers, studios + broadcasters to end the long hours culture in TV and film www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/en...
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End long hours culture in film & TV
Film and TV culture can leave workers doing long hours without adequate rest breaks. Sign Bectu's petition to demand safer, fairer working lives for everyone behind the camera.
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tvbeurope.bsky.social @tvbeurope.com · 07/05/2026
Bectu, the UK’s trade union for the media and entertainment industry, has written to the government urging it to reject Paramount’s proposed $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. @bectu.bsky.social www.tvbeurope.com/business/bec...
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Bectu calls on UK government to intervene in Paramount's acquisition of WBD - TVBEurope
In a letter to media minister Ian Murray, Bectu warned of the impact the deal could have on the UK's creative workforce, particularly freelancers
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Scottish Trades Union Congress @scottishtuc.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
✊🏻🤝 Solidarity from Scotland’s trade union movement to all those at STV News - @nujscotland.bsky.social & @bectu.bsky.social members - who must, yet again, take industrial action to stave off cuts to their pay
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The National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Nick McGowan-Lowe, NUJ Scotland organiser, said: “Our members would much rather be reporting the election results than standing on picket lines, but they have been driven to this action by management’s indifference as to how overworked and underpaid they are.” www.nuj.org.uk/resource/nuj...
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NUJ members at STV to strike on election results day
Tomorrow (8 May), journalists and technical staff at STV will strike over pay, with the action affecting coverage of the Scottish election results.
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TUC Cymru @tuccymru.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
What kind of Wales do you want to live in? A Cymru united will never be divided. Join the #UnitedCymru campaign today.
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TUC Cymru @tuccymru.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Order your #UnitedCymru posters now: unitedcymru.tuc.org.uk/a/poster-sig...
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Sign up for your United Cymru posters and stickers
Wales is stronger when it's united. If you agree, order your posters and stickers today
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Matt Brittin’s appointment comes at a vital juncture for the BBC’s future as it moves through the Charter renewal process. Bectu continues to enjoy a constructive and open relationship with the outgoing Director General, and we look forward to this continuing with Matt Brittin.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
The failure to pay workers on the collapsed Angels in the Asylum production underlines why the long-promised appointment of a Freelance Champion is urgent. Freelancers repeatedly fall through the gaps of employment law, losing out entirely when productions collapse. deadline.com/2026/03/simo...
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Simon Pegg Film Collapse: Taxpayers Pick Up Bill For Unpaid Crew
A year on from Simon Pegg film 'Angels in the Asylum' collapsing, some crew are now being paid what they are owed — but not by producers.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Bectu members have voted for strike action at STV, alongside their National Union of Journalists colleagues, this week. Paul McManus, Bectu negotiations officer for Scotland, said staff were "deeply frustrated and angry".
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STV staff back strike action over planned pay freeze
The broadcaster is facing the prospects of widespread strikes which could disrupt coverage of the Scottish election campaign.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
We welcome the commitment to a permanent BBC Charter. Ending the 10-year cycle is a step toward protecting the BBC from political interference and giving it long-term stability. bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-w...
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Bectu welcomes commitment to a permanent BBC Charter
The union urges Government to match ambition with long-term funding and reforms that safeguard the BBC’s...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
We welcome the Government dropping plans for an “opt-out” AI copyright model. This decision follows strong opposition from across the creative industries. Next step: a system with transparency, consent and fair pay for creative work. Read our full response: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-w...
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Bectu welcomes Government decision to drop AI copyright “opt-out” plans
Bectu welcomes today’s announcement that the Government will not proceed with plans for an “opt-out”
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tvbeurope.bsky.social @tvbeurope.com · 13/03/2026
New voice for creative freelancers as Bectu and partners launch All-Party Parliamentary Group @bectu.bsky.social www.tvbeurope.com/business/new...
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New voice for creative freelancers as Bectu and partners launch All-Party Parliamentary Group - TVBEurope
The group will focus on issues facing freelancers in the UK's creative industries, ahead of the appointment of the government's freelance champion
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
This week Bectu launched the new All-Party Parliamentary Group for Freelancers to ensure freelance work is properly understood across government. We’re looking forward to working with MPs and partners to push for fairer policy for freelancers. bectu.org.uk/news/new-cro...
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New cross-party parliamentary group launches to champion freelancers
This week, working closely with parliamentarians and sector partners Design and Artists Copyright Society (DACS),...
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Prospect Union @prospectunion.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Ahead of the Senedd election in May, Mike Clancy, our General Secretary, blasts Reform's manifesto. "This is an all-out assault on our members in the public sector... The other theme is a total unwillingness to defer to evidence and expertise." More ⬇️ www.linkedin.com/posts/mike-c...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Have your say on the future of the BBC 📻 If you are a BBC worker or a freelancer working in the creative industries who wants to shape the debate on the future of the BBC use our templates below and respond to the Government consultation on the BBC Charter Review 🔗 bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
How has AI impacted your work? 💾 Tell us about your experiences of AI at work in our short survey. AI is already changing work in the creative industries and workers should not just be left to deal with the consequences alone 🖥️ www.surveymonkey.com/r/23NHLBD
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Bectu: Impact of AI on creative industry workers
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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 02/03/2026
Freelancers, this one is for you!📣 Apply now for a free ticket to this year's #FutureOfTheatre conference, in association with Arts Council England ⭐ Find out more 👉https://www.thestage.co.uk/future-freelance-tickets
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
The BBC Charter Review consultation closes on 10 May so make sure if you are a freelancer in the creative industries or a BBC worker to use our letter templates below on the link to have your say on the future of the BBC 🗓️ Have your say: bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
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BBC Charter Renewal Consultation
Have your say on the future of the BBC. By completing the form, you are responding to the Government’s...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
The BBC Charter Review consultation closes on 10 May so make sure if you are a freelancer in the creative industries or a BBC worker to use our letter templates below on the link to have your say on the future of the BBC 🗓️ Have your say: bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
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BBC Charter Renewal Consultation
Have your say on the future of the BBC. By completing the form, you are responding to the Government’s...
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Prospect Union @prospectunion.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Save the date, Prospect is supporting the Together march in central London on Saturday 28 March. Join us to reject racism and discrimination, build solidarity, and unite against the far right. We’ll share details soon on how to join the trade union section under the Prospect banner.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Have your say on the future of the BBC 📻 If you are a BBC worker or a freelancer working in the creative industries who wants to shape the debate on the future of the BBC use our templates below and respond to the Government consultation on the BBC Charter Review 🔗 bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
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tvbeurope.bsky.social @tvbeurope.com · 13/02/2026
Bectu: proposed BBC cuts will damage its ability to fulfil vital function @bectu.bsky.social www.tvbeurope.com/business/bec...
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Bectu: proposed BBC cuts will damage its ability to fulfil vital function - TVBEurope
Outgoing DG Tim Davie said the corporation will need to cut spending by 10 per cent
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The BBC’s announcement of further cuts as part of its restructuring plan will be deeply concerning for our members. Cuts of this scale risk undermining both the workforce and the BBC’s ability to fulfil its vital public service mission. Read our response: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
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Bectu responds to BBC announcement of further cuts as part of restructuring plan
Head of Bectu Philippa Childs responding to Tim Davie's comments outlining plans to cut about a tenth of its costs...
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Prospect Union @prospectunion.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Our General Secretary Mike Clancy was on the BBC's Politics Live this afternoon to discuss the Employment Rights Act. Watch a clip from the interview here:
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Spread the word 🎬 New to Bectu? If you join this Heart Unions week 9-15 Feb 2026 you get three months free membership just use the code HUW26. It's never been a better time to join a union.
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CULT Cymru @cultcymru.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Our main event for #HeartUnions week is tonight at Porter's in Cardiff, 7pm. Let's talk Artificial Intelligence. Please register to get a welcome drink for FREE: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dewch-i-dr... @bectu.bsky.social @equityuk.bsky.social @wearethemu.bsky.social @writersguildgb.bsky.social
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Dewch i drafod Deallusrwydd Artiffisial/ Let's Talk Artificial Intelligence
Sesiwn banel ar Ddeallusrwydd Artiffisial a chyfle i rwydweithio/ Panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence and a chance to network.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Next week is ♥️ Unions week where we celebrate everything Bectu. New members get their first three months of membership free when they join 9-15 February. Spread the word with someone who is thinking of joining Bectu and spread the love ♥️
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CULT Cymru @cultcymru.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
9.2.26 1900-2100 #HeartUnions Discussion on #AI. An opportunity to network :One free drink for everyone who registers in advance through the Eventbrite link! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dewch-i-dr... @bectu.bsky.social @equityuk.bsky.social @wearethemu.bsky.social @writersguildgb.bsky.social
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Dewch i drafod Deallusrwydd Artiffisial/ Let's Talk Artificial Intelligence
Sesiwn banel ar Ddeallusrwydd Artiffisial a chyfle i rwydweithio/ Panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence and a chance to network.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Great Guardian piece on the growing role of intimacy coordinators and how they make film & TV sets safer and more inclusive: www.theguardian.com/film/2026/ja... Did you know the UK has a Bectu-managed registry and best-practice guidance? bectu.org.uk/intimacy-coo...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
We’re deeply frustrated that the government has missed its own deadline to appoint a Freelance Champion. Freelancers power the UK’s creative industries yet once again their voices risk being sidelined. We need action, not delay. Freelancers deserve proper representation now. bit.ly/49xAVVM
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UK Unions Criticize Government Over Freelance Champion Delay
Bectu has criticized Lisa Nandy and the UK goverment for not appointing a Freelance Champion before Christmas in 2025.
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
A huge shoutout to all the Bectu members working over the festive season 🌲 The Bectu/Prospect offices will be closed from 4pm on 24 December 2025 and re-open at 8:30am on 5 January 2026 🗓️
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
It's been another busy year for Bectu members, we launched the largest-ever survey of behind-the-scenes creative workers and got some big union wins 📢 Read Head of Bectu @philippachilds.bsky.social review of 2025 🎄 bectu.org.uk/news/a-revie...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
The Employment Rights Bill passing is great news but we recognise that many creative freelancers will not feel the benefits. We will continue to campaign for improved rights for all creative workers including freelancers & the self-employed.
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Luke Raikes @lukeraikes.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
New paper out today: How can we provide income security for the self-employed? Pleasure to work with @communityunion.bsky.social @prospectunion.bsky.social @bectu.bsky.social This paper sets out potential solutions for this vital group of people
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
The Self-care briefing from @thefabians.bsky.social sets out practical steps to improve income security for the UK’s 4.4m self-employed workers. Freelancers deserve real protections on sick pay, parental leave & retirement. 📄 Read more in @labourlist.bsky.social: labourlist.org/2025/12/work...
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'The government’s workers’ rights agenda must include self-employed people too' - LabourList
The government’s Employment Rights Bill will boost employee protections, but millions of self-employed workers risk being left behind.
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tvbeurope.bsky.social @tvbeurope.com · 27/11/2025
The UK screen industry responds to the Budget Statement www.tvbeurope.com/business/the...
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The UK screen industry responds to the Budget Statement - TVBEurope
Figures from across the UK's media and entertainment sector have reacted to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' second Budget statement
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Bectu's Winter Budget reaction 🚨 This Budget was always going to be difficult, and while we are pleased to see action for those on the lowest incomes, the government has once again largely overlooked self-employed and freelance workers. Read more ⬇️ bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
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Bectu responds to today’s Winter Budget announcement
Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said reacting to today’s Winter Budget: “This Budget was always...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Today marks the start of Union Week 🚨 Join Bectu this week and get your first three months of membership free by clicking our link in bio 🎬
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
We’ve written to the Culture Secretary & Chair of the BBC Board, calling for Robbie Gibb’s removal from the board. Many BBC staff are concerned that he is a block to the BBC maintaining its chartered objective of independence. Read more here: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-c...
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Bectu calls for removal of Robbie Gibb from BBC Board
Following the resignation of Tim Davie from the BBC, Bectu has written to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and...
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The Talent Manager @thetalentmanager.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Join us for our Christmas Networking Night - a festive get-together for freelancers across #TV, #Film and #BrandedContent. In partnership with @bectu.bsky.social & @filmtvcharity.bsky.social Register here: www.thetalentmanager.com/courses/694/...
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Tim Davie has led the BBC through challenging times and we thank him for his work. As the BBC approaches the Charter renewal process, it’s vital his successor is committed to public service broadcasting and will champion it's mission, values, and political independence. bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
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Bectu responds to resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie
Reacting to the resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie, Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said:...
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Kester @handle.invalid · 27/10/2025
Great to be in Parliament today with people from across the creative industries to discuss @bectu.bsky.social’s excellent report on pay levels and working conditions! More important than ever that this powerhouse of the UK economy is supported and sustained through this period of rapid change.
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Prospect Union @prospectunion.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
We welcome the government's consultations on implementing Make Work Pay, a step towards a fairer, more modern labour market. To ensure impact, the government must ensure adequate resources for effective implementation. Go to our website for more: prospect.org.uk/news/prospec...
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Prospect welcomes government consultations on fairer work and union access
Mike Clancy, General Secretary of Prospect union, responding to the launch of the government’s...
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Prospect Union @prospectunion.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, read Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy’s full response.
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Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages
Prospect has responded to the ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages this week. Mike Clancy, Prospect...
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