Branch News & Events Catchup

As temperatures across our region continue to climb, many of us are feeling the strain. Whether you’re out on the road, in a cab, up a pole, or working indoors with poor ventilation, extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it can be unsafe. And yet, despite the obvious risks, UK law currently sets no maximum working temperature. That often surprises people, but it’s true: there is no legal point at which work must stop because it’s “too hot.” So where does that leave workers

Every year, your CWU Telecoms & Financial Services (T&FS) and Eastern No 3 Postal Branch Branches come together to proudly support Norwich Pride—and we would love for you to join us! Pride is an open, vibrant, and inclusive event for everyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or sexual orientation. It is a fantastic day out for friends and family to show their support, celebrate solidarity, and make some new friends along the way.

Every June, Injury Awareness Week shines a light on something many of us know all too well: when someone is hurt through negligence, the impact doesn’t stop with the injury. It ripples through families, workplaces, and communities. For those of us in the Telecoms and Financial Services sectors, the risks may look different from traditional heavy‑industry environments — but they are no less real. Whether it’s a fall from height on the network, a road traffic collision while tr

What the Law Says and What Employers Must Do With the UK now under a red weather warning for extreme heat, many of our members are facing temperatures that make safe working genuinely challenging. Whether you’re outdoors, in a vehicle, in a cab, or inside a building that traps heat, it’s important to know your rights, your employer’s legal duties, and what the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) actually expects during periods of dangerous heat. This isn’t just about comfort. I