The government has announced plans to stop public sector workers automatically paying subscriptions to trade unions from their salaries.

Government targets for full employment should also consider the quality of jobs, according to TUC general secretary Frances O'Grady.

Employers should work on building a strong relationship with their trade unions, according to Network Rail HR director, organisational development and network operations, Tim Craddock.

Reforms to minimum turnouts in strike ballots and time limits on mandates for industrial action will go ahead as planned with the unveiling of the government’s Trades Union Bill today.

The Conservatives' proposals to limit and control strike action could backfire and lead to an increase in illegal activity.

Staff across the NHS will strike for four hours on the morning of 24 November, according to union Unite.

Acas has released guidance for employers to support members of staff affected by bereavement.

The baggage handling crisis at Gatwick demonstrates the dangers of relying on zero-hours contracts, according to shadow transport secretary Mary Creagh.

Conservative cabinet office minister Francis Maude has outlined plans to tighten rules around public sector strike ballots.

The number of private sector employees in unions rose between 2010 and 2013 after a gradual decline over 15 years, according to figures released by the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills.

The Communication Workers’ Union (CWU) has welcomed Royal Mail’s plan to trial parcel deliveries on Sundays, with deputy general secretary of postal Dave Ward calling the move an “exciting...

Unite has given a lukewarm response to the new whistleblower hotline set up by Rolls-Royce and believes the company's bonus culture is at the heart of its problems.