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by Melanie Simms

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No - labo(u)r relations
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by Melanie Simms

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I often wonder why I watch MAFS. Yes it’s set up. Yes it’s soap opera. And then there’s such a tender moment that we can all learn from.
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Visit the #JIR YouTube channel—it’s full of content perfect for classroom use or professional practice. You’ll find interviews with renowned scholars, case studies, and more.

www.youtube.com/@JournalofIn...

#videoabstracts #JIR #industrialrelations
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by Melanie Simms

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I like this article a lot - unsurprisingly.
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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 1d
Great column from @sarahoconnorft.ft.com where she casts her forensic eye over the introduction of collective bargaining in the social care sector. TL:DR it could work given adult care is a weird market largely paid for by local authorities; but as usual will there be enough cash? on.ft.com/4mSfeVm
The most radical Labour plan you haven’t heard about
Collective bargaining in social care could save an ailing sector — but only if it’s done properly
on.ft.com
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Reposted by: Melanie Simms, Mike Brewer

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Great column from @sarahoconnorft.ft.com where she casts her forensic eye over the introduction of collective bargaining in the social care sector. TL:DR it could work given adult care is a weird market largely paid for by local authorities; but as usual will there be enough cash? on.ft.com/4mSfeVm
The most radical Labour plan you haven’t heard about
Collective bargaining in social care could save an ailing sector — but only if it’s done properly
on.ft.com
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by Melanie Simms

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Let’s make sure they don’t.

by Melanie Simms

melaniesimms.bsky.social
The rapid end of belief in and understanding of the institutions of the post-1945 settlement remains surprising to me. Yet here we are. One battle after another.
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Reposted by: Melanie Simms, Jonathan Wolff, Martin Paul Eve , and 1 more

profserious.bsky.social
Here are your 10 -essential- AI prompts for academics ... make your life easy with help from @profserious.bsky.social profserious.substack.com/p/10-ai-prom...
10 AI Prompts for Academics
making those hard jobs a little easier ...
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by Melanie Simms

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Going to bed thinking about Greta and everyone else. #Solidarity
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by Melanie Simms

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Sunshine on Leith. 😍
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Years ago a jewish ma who loves me invited me to break fast with her family after Yom Kippur. It was a revealing experience and profound honour. In a small act of solidarity to jewish friends, we will eat tonight at 7:24. I have made lemon chicken soup, potato salad, and honey cake. 1/
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by Melanie Simms

melaniesimms.bsky.social
Although the title of the (very excellent) movie 'One Battle After Another' is a rubbish move title, it is a very good way to describe the life of activists. (And sorry, Paul - that's not a brilliant photo). www.theguardian.com/money/2025/o...
Labour considering charging workers for employment tribunal claims, sources say
Exclusive: Reintroducing tribunal fees would be ‘a gift for bad bosses’, says TUC chief Paul Nowak
www.theguardian.com

by Melanie Simms

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All eyes on the flotilla. NOW!
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by Melanie Simms

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I wondered if they’d survive. I’m sad they didn’t. But nothing lasts forever. We had fun!! www.theguardian.com/music/2025/o...
‘We can leave knowing we left a mark’: how Corsica Studios transformed London nightlife – and why it’s closing
The beloved south London club has announced it will shut next year as redevelopment of the site goes ahead. Founder Adrian Jones, DJs and promoters look back
www.theguardian.com
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by Melanie Simms

melaniesimms.bsky.social
Not being in education, employment or training (NEET) is NOT the same as claiming social security. Only around 50% of young people NEET claim social security. Those who don’t are usually supported within their family household.
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by Melanie Simms

melaniesimms.bsky.social
You’re frontline workers. You’re exposed to a lot of viruses and other illnesses. Get vaccines. Register with your doctor. And take care of yourself when you’re sick. Yes - sometimes that means not going to work.
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by Melanie Simms

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Now there’s something to negotiate over. Good news. www.gov.uk/government/n...
£500 million for first ever fair pay agreement for care workers
Government invests £500 million into first ever fair pay agreement in major milestone for care worker pay.
www.gov.uk
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by Melanie Simms

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Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that. Love being sent your way.
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by Melanie Simms — Reposted by: Tom Griffin

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This is a really good and accessible (for non-lawyers) post about the Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh (Kneecap) case.
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dag @davidallengreen.bsky.social · 9d
NEW

The Kneecap prosecution collapsed because police and prosecutors did not take terrorism law seriously

Where "a technicality" hides a fundamental error

By me

Substack: emptycity.substack.com/p/the-kneeca...

Personal blog:
davidallengreen.com/2025/09/the-...
At the bottom of this mess is a simple point: the police and the prosecutors were careless with terrorism law and careless about its express safeguards. Things were left to the last minute and a consent (which may or may not have been given) - a step imposed by parliament as a crucial step - was not obtained. And this mishap meant that the Chief Magistrate of England and Wales had no jurisdiction to hear what was on the face of it a terrorism case. Police and the prosecutors should remember that this is terrorism law that they are dealing with. Terrorism law should be taken seriously.
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Reposted by: Melanie Simms, Steve Peers, Tom Griffin

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NEW

The Kneecap prosecution collapsed because police and prosecutors did not take terrorism law seriously

Where "a technicality" hides a fundamental error

By me

Substack: emptycity.substack.com/p/the-kneeca...

Personal blog:
davidallengreen.com/2025/09/the-...
At the bottom of this mess is a simple point: the police and the prosecutors were careless with terrorism law and careless about its express safeguards. Things were left to the last minute and a consent (which may or may not have been given) - a step imposed by parliament as a crucial step - was not obtained. And this mishap meant that the Chief Magistrate of England and Wales had no jurisdiction to hear what was on the face of it a terrorism case. Police and the prosecutors should remember that this is terrorism law that they are dealing with. Terrorism law should be taken seriously.
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Reposted by: Melanie Simms

resfoundation.bsky.social
The UK is an international outlier when it comes to protection from unfair dismissal.

Our two-year ‘qualifying period’ for unfair dismissal protection is completely out of step with other rich countries, where qualifying periods between three and six months are the norm.

Read more buff.ly/0OSArrI
Chart showing months in job until worker becomes eligible for unfair dismissal protection: OECD countries, 2019 The chart shows that the two-year ‘qualifying period’ in the UK before workers are eligible for unfair dismissal protection is completely out of step with other rich countries, where qualifying periods between three and six months are the norm
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by Melanie Simms

melaniesimms.bsky.social
One Battle After Another. Shite title. BRILLIANT film.
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city-redi.bsky.social
📢 Excited to join colleagues from Aston University and University of Warwick to celebrate a new report from the Academy of Social Sciences & Midlands universities showcasing the power of social science in driving regional impact. 🌍

🔗 Register: ow.ly/PTgu50X1oux
📘 Read the report: ow.ly/P9hx50X1ouw
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25-09-1995 CANADA: Unions supporting the Liverpool Dockers Solidarity Campaign participate in national actions using the internet. This is believed to be the first time the net was used to organize an international labour solidarity action. www.labournet.net/docks2/9708/...
Liverpool's Dockers and the Globalization of Class Struggle
www.labournet.net
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by Melanie Simms

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And yeah - I can’t type!

by Melanie Simms

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Regular readers know how much I like to celebrate amazing science. This is amazing science. With brilkiant outcomes www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Huntington's disease successfully treated for first time
One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.
www.bbc.co.uk
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workersupportc.bsky.social
🏡 New WSC blog: Housing

Many seasonal farm workers live in cold, unsafe caravans without legal protections.

Last night Cab Sec for Housing,
@mairimcallan.bsky.social
confirmed the Scottish Government’s commitment to closing this gap.

Read our response!
workersupportcentre.org.uk/resources/on...
One year of action by and for workers on seasonal worker housing – Worker Support Centre
workersupportcentre.org.uk
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by Melanie Simms

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Good advice for new students. But also faculty in new cities/towns too. I know how tempting it is to delay.
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Leanne C. Powner @leannecpowner.bsky.social · 15d
Sometime this week, schedule yourself a primary-care get-established visit. Ask around for provider recommendations. Don't wait until you're sick! (Ditto for the dentist!) Both appointments will be several months out, so start early. And schedule your flu shot, too!

#FacYr1
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Reposted by: Melanie Simms

leannecpowner.bsky.social
Sometime this week, schedule yourself a primary-care get-established visit. Ask around for provider recommendations. Don't wait until you're sick! (Ditto for the dentist!) Both appointments will be several months out, so start early. And schedule your flu shot, too!

#FacYr1
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by Melanie Simms

melaniesimms.bsky.social
Surely we’ve all baked in that there will be tax rises? Yet… here we are…

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