‌The Prime Minister could start by putting public money where his mouth is and giving all public workers an inflation-proof pay rise this year, alongside introducing an Employment Rights Bill 2.0, guaranteeing sector-wide collective bargaining. As UNISON general secretary, elected by and for ordinary public sector workers, my central political priority will be defending the working class and improving our lot. Let it mark the beginning of a new chapter for Labour, too, one where labour always comes first. Article continues below'I will only take the wage of a frontline social worker'As UNISON general secretary, I will only take the wage of a frontline social worker. Trump is out of control, acting like a gangster, kidnapping President Maduro and murdering Venezuelan citizens.

Source: Daily Mirror January 03, 2026 20:25 UTC