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Union Leader Urges Labour to Revive Workers' Faith

12/27/2025

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Paul Nowak, general secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), urged Labour to deliver promised workers’ rights and living standards.
He said the government has not delivered change voters expected since the last election, and he called for Angela Rayner to return to a prominent role.
Nowak warned voters feel insecure and are losing faith, and he urged a customs union with the European Union to boost trade in 2026.

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Paul Nowak, general secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), urged Labour to deliver promised workers’ rights and living standards.
He said the government has not delivered change voters expected since the last election, and he called for Angela Rayner to return to a prominent role.
Nowak warned voters feel insecure and are losing faith, and he urged a customs union with the European Union to boost trade in 2026.