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SAY NO TO DERBYSHIRE SERVICE CUTS OF Ā£32 MILLION!These services are not just numbers on a balance sheet; they are invaluable lifelines for our community. They provide essential support to our most vulnerable citizens, from children and the elderly to those with disabilities or facing financial hardship. The proposed cuts would have devastating consequences. According to the Office for National Statistics, local government spending on services has already fallen by over 20% in real terms between 2010-11 and 2020-21 (source: National Audit Office). Further reductions would push our public services beyond breaking point.Ā Ā We know that the Council are not investing in public services. They have increased the spending on private care home placements to Ā£113 million - whilst nearly 50% of Derbyshire Council's OWN care home beds are empty! Moreover, bypassing the recognised trade unions (UNISON/ UNITE/ GMB) undermines the democratic process that should be at the heart of any changes in public service provision. The unions represent thousands of workers who dedicate their lives to serving our community - their voices must be heard. This is not just about preserving existing services; it's about protecting democracy, fairness, and social justice in Derbyshire.Ā We must stand together against these short-sighted cuts that prioritise profit over people.2,542 of 3,000 SignaturesCreated by Dave Ratchford
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Give Us Better Buses for England!Buses are the best used form of public transport and are vital for all ages. They enable people to lead fulfilling lives, connecting them with friends, family and the services they need. Unfortunately, due to austerity services have been severely degraded across England, with some places having no buses at all. Rising traffic has also taken its toll on services with buses caught in congestion, causing costs to rise. While the Ā£2 bus fare cap has had a positive impact, some people can still find bus travel expensive. Information, bus shelters and ticketing are also all too often of poor quality and fragmented. This has led to many people being socially excluded with a lack of transport options. Others are being pushed into transport poverty. A radically different approach to bus services, acknowledging their wider benefits, including for the economy, would address these issues. They would create more inclusive, affordable and accessible (including for people with disabilities) services. They would help reduce motor traffic and pollution and help the UK meet its 2030 carbon target. So please consider adding your signature to the petition and help us get better bus services for everyone in England. This will give people better transport choices, reduce traffic and pollution and help us get to net-zero quickly enough.1,291 of 2,000 SignaturesCreated by Better Buses
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BrewDog: Don't scrap the Living Wage!Stand with BrewDog bar workers and demand they are paid fairly.20,727 of 25,000 SignaturesCreated by Unite Hospitality
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Stop Suffolk Councilās 100% Arts & Culture Funding CutsTHERE IS NO U-TURN! Suffolk Council's u-turn announcement is nothing of the sort. Long-term stable funding for the 9 arts organisations currently supported by the Council is still facing a 100% cut. The Council's new announcement is for a one off pot of funding open to anyone, forcing arts organisations to compete against each other, for a smaller cake cut into many slices and causing uncertainty. The Council has confirmed that once this one-off pot has run out, they will still not fund any arts budget. ===== Equity members, local residents, arts and cultural organisations across East Anglia have raised serious concerns following a proposed Ā£528,000 cut to arts and culture funding by Suffolk County Council. The nine organisations affected cover the whole county and include: Suffolk Artlink, the Theatre Royal in Bury St Edmunds, the Food Museum in Stowmarket and The Long Shop Museum in Leiston, New Wolsey Theatre, DanceEast and Eastern Angles in Ipswich, Gainsboroughās House in Sudbury and FirstLight Festival in Lowestoft. While these cuts represent a tiny fraction of the council's need to save Ā£64.7 million, they will have a disproportionate impact on Suffolk residents who rely on the arts and culture for employment and the wider community engaged with the vital support provided by these organisations across the county. Companies like Eastern Angles and New Wolsey Theatre tour schools and special educational needs settings providing performances and workshops for children. Suffolk Artlink delivers services to diverse communities including children at risk and vulnerable adults, contributing to Suffolk County Council's strategic priorities. The Food Museum in Stowmarket, which has a national reputation for its community work, but now faces a 13% cut to its core funding. Together these organisations provide hundreds of jobs, support the local economy and provide thousands of hours of engagement for children and adults who need it in Suffolk. They do not deserve to lose access to culture. Sign our petition to oppose these 100% cuts now.3,907 of 4,000 SignaturesCreated by Gareth Forest
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Fair wage on stage: Donāt slash ENO chorus contractsDavid John-Newman, ENO Chorus Member and Workplace Representative for Equity: āFor years, my colleagues in the ENO chorus have dedicated their professional lives to bringing the best and most accessible opera to the widest and most diverse audiences possible. We are truly excited about an additional ENO base being located in Manchester but heartbroken there are no concrete plans to take the performing workforce there and share great ENO experiences with audiences in the North West. In addition, ENO are reducing the chorus contract to just six months and offering a wage which will be unsustainable for work in central London. āOn a personal level I am devastated to think that, being born in Manchester and having had to come to London to fulfil my dream of being an opera singer, the chance for me to go back and inspire other Mancunians to consider working in the performing arts is lost because of these ill thought out plans. The governmentās ambition to āLevel Upā will in fact lead to less opportunity to access opera unless you are of means. We donāt want to have to ballot for industrial action, all we want is a āFair wage on Stageā.ā2,643 of 3,000 SignaturesCreated by Zoe Ellsmore
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York City Centre Cycle Lane1. Local Economy: Encouraging cycling in areas designated as pedestrian zones can draw more tourists and boost foot traffic. The local economy benefits from the increased frequency with which cyclists pause and spend money at nearby cafes, stores, and other establishments. 2. Environment: Promoting cycling lessens the need for motor cars, which lowers emissions, enhances air quality, and eases traffic congestion in urban areas. This has a good impact on the region's overall environmental sustainability. 3. Health and Well-Being: Cycling encourages physical activity and provides a convenient, low-impact workout. Cycling promotes better lifestyles among locals and tourists by being integrated into pedestrianised zones, which may save healthcare expenditures and enhance public health overall. 4. Accessibility and Connectivity: As a cost-effective and environmentally responsible form of transportation, cycling may improve accessibility. It can more efficiently connect various areas of the city centre, facilitating people's movement around and access to a range of services. 5. Involvement with the Community: By encouraging active mobility, integrating cycling into pedestrianised zones promotes community participation. It encourages diversity by drawing people from a variety of backgrounds to socialise and participate in urban life. 6. Hospitality Economy: Some restaurants rely on courier services for as much as 40% of their revenue, highlighting the critical role they play in the industry. However, the absence of a well-planned and integrated cycling network hinders our cityās ability to meet the demands of a 21st century economy by implementing a modern cycle network that promotes efficiency for services and deliveries and empowers couriers. These considerations inevitably and unnecessarily impact service quality and speed, further restricting customers' access to restaurants listed on these platforms by narrowing the delivery radius. 7. The Crucial Role of Couriers in Assisting Vulnerable Communities: Couriers are essential to York's vulnerable populations. During the pandemic and beyond they serve as a critical life line to necessary groceries and medications in addition to delivering hot meals. Collaborating with prominent retailers like Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Co-op, Asda, BP, M&S, and McColls, couriers guarantee the accessibility of essentials to the vulnerable, shielding, and disabled without jeopardising their safety. Acknowledging the humanitarian nature of their work emphasises how critical it is to address the particular difficulties that couriers encounter in the existing system. 8. Life Quality and Rights of Local Couriers: The very nature of courier work demands effective and efficient routes, this frequently leads to results in fixed penalty notices and performance related issues for law-abiding couriers. Protecting the rights and welfare of local couriers is a commitment to maintaining the principles of a caring and vibrant community as well as an issue of economic justice. Local couriers are engaged members of the community who do more than simply deliver packages. They support the local economy by shopping at local establishments, paying taxes, and vote locally. They contribute entirely. They should not be criminalised for doing there jobs and penalised by inadequate infrastructure. By combining these elements, a city centre that is dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable may be built that promotes environmental preservation, economic development, and the health and happiness of both locals and tourists.696 of 800 SignaturesCreated by Cristian Santabarbara
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Tell Oxfam: Pay your workers a fair wage!In a recent survey of Oxfam staff, 34% have had to make a choice between heating their house and feeding their family in the last 12 months. And more than 1 in 5 said they had not been able to pay their rent. Meanwhile, Oxfam has more than doubled its reserve level to Ā£35-45 million. And in 2011/22 the CEOās salary was Ā£121,000, thatās 6.7 times the pay of the average employee. We deserve a pay rise, and Oxfam can well afford to give it to us. Isnāt it time Oxfam ended poverty at Oxfam? Take a look at this video highlighting the poverty workers at Oxfam are facing: https://youtu.be/G4tH8zgx49A553 of 600 SignaturesCreated by Unite at Oxfam GB
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BCA, Give your Drivers the Union Recognition they deserve!As a result of BCA Ltd winning the contract from DHL Inside Track to transport cars for BMW, the drivers were stripped of their union, GMB, and their ability to collectively negotiate for fair pay, terms, and conditions. We urge you to sign the petition calling on the BCA Ltd to grant recognition to the GMB Union. By showing your support, you are advocating for better treatment, improved wages, and fair working conditions for Drivers.43 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Sarah Barnes
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Fair Pay for Teachers in Northern IrelandPay for teachers in Northern Ireland has fallen by 38% in real terms since 2010. In Scotland, a new teacher will be paid Ā£8000 more a year than their equivalent in Northern Ireland. A teacher in England will be paid Ā£5000 a year more. Teachers in Northern Ireland are not worth less than teachers in other countries in the UK. They should get the same pay for the same job as other teachers across the UK. Please support our petition for a Better Deal for teachers and FE lecturers in Northern Ireland.10 of 100 SignaturesCreated by NASUWT - The Teachers' Union
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OUR WORKPLACES, OUR HEALTH, OUR VOICE ā SUPPORT THE BILLWith new social security powers and industrial injuries benefits being devolved to the Scottish Parliament - the Scottish Government has a unique opportunity to build a fairer social security system with workers at its core. By supporting this Bill, Scotland can create a new Scottish Employment Injuries Advisory Council to shape, inform, and scrutinise the social security supports available to people who are injured in the course of their employment, through no fault of their own and ensure that Industrial Injuries Benefits are reflective of the modern workplace and new and merging workplace diseases and injuries. We owe it to those workers who didnāt make it home at the end of their shifts, or couldnāt return to their work, to make sure this new benefit helps workers in modern workplaces, suffering ill-health right now. Please donāt turn your back on keyworkers who contracted long covid at work, or the firefighters with cancer from inhaling toxic fumes, or teachers suffering from asbestos-related illness simply for teaching children in an old school, or the countless ex-footballers now suffering from dementia because of playing the game professionally. This Bill is supported by the Trade Union Movement in Scotland and workers themselves - the Scottish Government must use these new powers to full effect.465 of 500 SignaturesCreated by STUC Scotland
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STOP FIRE AND REHIRE AT STEAM PACKET!We cannot stand by and allow members at Steam Packet to be bullied into accepting fundamental changes to their terms & conditions or face the sack. We are calling on Steam Packet to stop the threat of fire and rehire. Nautilus International, on behalf of those we represent, has tried on numerous occasions to avoid a dispute with Steam Packet but to no avail. We are not against living aboard, we are simply asking the company to act in a reasonable way by phasing in living aboard and honour existing contracts. The company are intent on forcing through fundamental changes by threatening members with fire and rehire. Join us in sending a clear message to Steam Packet: END THE THREAT OF FIRE AND REHIRE.1,697 of 2,000 SignaturesCreated by Nautilus International
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Please ensure a nursery for the children of staff in Abbey WoodAbbey Wood Nursery is a key benefit for working in DE&S and SDA and its closure will negatively impact every team in Abbey Wood. Withdrawal of nursery provision at Abbey Wood: * Undermines future recruitment, making us less attractive to new talent. * Undermines staff who have families now or may in future, as well as those who work with such people - which is nearly everyone. * Reduces productivity of DE&S and SDA staff. * Disproportionately impacts women. Staff Engagement Networks and Trades Unions report that their members are opposed to closure of the Abbey Wood nursery which is a backward step for Abbey Wood and Defence.398 of 400 SignaturesCreated by John Dalgleish