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In reply to the discussion: Brexit would be a decisive strike against the banking-corporate neo-Feudalism [View all]muriel_volestrangler
(104,941 posts)14. The British trade unions' position:
On Thursday 23 June British voters will decide if Britain should continue its membership of the European Union or leave.
Working people will have a big stake in the referendum because workers rights are on the line. The TUC is concerned that leaving the EU puts at risk many vital workplace rights currently underpinned by EU law paid holidays, extra maternity rights and better conditions for part-time workers, as well as many better jobs in export-reliant industries.
RESOURCES
WORKERS' RIGHTS: Brexit impact
An independent legal opinion from Michael Ford QC identifies the dangers of Britain leaving the EU for working people.
BETTER OFF IN - Working people and the case for remaining in the EU
This paper looks at the likely impact of Brexit on the core concern of trade unions: good jobs with decent pay.
A BIG DECISION FOR WORKERS - Interactive guide
Guide to help you understand the main issues that affect working people.
THE NHS: How Brexit could affect our health service
BRITISH STEEL: Why Brexit wont save our steel
HEALTH AND SAFETY:
- What Brexit would mean
- The benefits for UK workers
WOMENS RIGHTS: The risks of Brexit
Women workers rights and the risks of Brexit
This report outlines 20 ways in which EU law has improved the rights of working women in the UK
WORKING PARENTS & CARERS - Risks of Brexit
RACE EQUALITY: The risks of Brexit
FREE MOVEMENT IS A TWO-WAY STREET - Brexit would risk it all
PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY WORKERS - Risks of Brexit
RIGHTS FOR OUTSOURCED WORKERS - Risks of Brexit
VIDEOS
The EU referendum: A big decision. Don't risk it! - Explanatory animation
Stuart's story: Don't risk our car industry by leaving the EU
Tracey's story: Don't risk our flexible working by leaving the EU
Angie's story: The NHS will be poorer if we leave the EU
Maurice's story: Bad bosses will exploit workers' if we leave the EU
Kevin's story: EU laws have helped reduce injuries at work and even saves lives
Michelle's story: I don't want to risk losing pregnancy, maternity and family leave rights
https://www.tuc.org.uk/EUref
Working people will have a big stake in the referendum because workers rights are on the line. The TUC is concerned that leaving the EU puts at risk many vital workplace rights currently underpinned by EU law paid holidays, extra maternity rights and better conditions for part-time workers, as well as many better jobs in export-reliant industries.
RESOURCES
WORKERS' RIGHTS: Brexit impact
An independent legal opinion from Michael Ford QC identifies the dangers of Britain leaving the EU for working people.
BETTER OFF IN - Working people and the case for remaining in the EU
This paper looks at the likely impact of Brexit on the core concern of trade unions: good jobs with decent pay.
A BIG DECISION FOR WORKERS - Interactive guide
Guide to help you understand the main issues that affect working people.
THE NHS: How Brexit could affect our health service
BRITISH STEEL: Why Brexit wont save our steel
HEALTH AND SAFETY:
- What Brexit would mean
- The benefits for UK workers
WOMENS RIGHTS: The risks of Brexit
Women workers rights and the risks of Brexit
This report outlines 20 ways in which EU law has improved the rights of working women in the UK
WORKING PARENTS & CARERS - Risks of Brexit
RACE EQUALITY: The risks of Brexit
FREE MOVEMENT IS A TWO-WAY STREET - Brexit would risk it all
PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY WORKERS - Risks of Brexit
RIGHTS FOR OUTSOURCED WORKERS - Risks of Brexit
VIDEOS
The EU referendum: A big decision. Don't risk it! - Explanatory animation
Stuart's story: Don't risk our car industry by leaving the EU
Tracey's story: Don't risk our flexible working by leaving the EU
Angie's story: The NHS will be poorer if we leave the EU
Maurice's story: Bad bosses will exploit workers' if we leave the EU
Kevin's story: EU laws have helped reduce injuries at work and even saves lives
Michelle's story: I don't want to risk losing pregnancy, maternity and family leave rights
https://www.tuc.org.uk/EUref
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Brexit would be a decisive strike against the banking-corporate neo-Feudalism [View all]
no more banksters
Jun 2016
OP
The resulting unemployment and economic disruption would not be welcome.
DemFromPittsburgh
Jun 2016
#35
By immediately, do you mean six months, two years or an indefinite amount of time later?
LonePirate
Jun 2016
#11
British labor and most of the left also opposes it. The far-right supports it.
pampango
Jun 2016
#18
Tories are split like our republicans between their 'tea party'/Trump wing (UKIP and
pampango
Jun 2016
#29
It would also lead to stripping labor protections and increased xenophobia. Hard pass for me.
Starry Messenger
Jun 2016
#9