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As the TUC conference opens in Brighton, unions demand reforms to address £2 billion in lost holiday pay and exploitative working practices. General Secretary Paul Nowak emphasizes the need for a Fair Work Agency to enforce workers' rights under the new Labour government, while Labour prepares to respond to union demands at its upcoming conference.
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In a speech to the TUC, Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized the need for economic stability while addressing union leaders. He acknowledged the challenges inherited from the previous government and outlined a cautious approach to public sector pay, balancing pro-business and pro-worker policies. Union leaders expressed mixed reactions to his message.
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The UK government has voted to limit winter fuel payments to pensioners on specific benefits, affecting over 10 million people. This decision aims to save £1.5 billion amid a £22 billion financial shortfall, raising concerns about the welfare of vulnerable seniors this winter.