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National Education Union: Congratulations to All Young People Receiving Results Their GCSE, Level 1 and 2 Vocational and Technical Qualification Results Today
LONDON, England, Aug. 21 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Aug. 20, 2026, by General Secretary Daniel Kebede:
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Congratulations to all young people receiving results their GCSE, Level 1 and 2 Vocational and Technical Qualification results today
Commenting on today's results, Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"Congratulations to all young people receiving results today. Acknowledgment also to the sustained and dedicated hard work of their teachers and support staff.
"Yet another cohort has navigated England's unusually
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LONDON, England, Aug. 21 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Aug. 20, 2026, by General Secretary Daniel Kebede:
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Congratulations to all young people receiving results their GCSE, Level 1 and 2 Vocational and Technical Qualification results today
Commenting on today's results, Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"Congratulations to all young people receiving results today. Acknowledgment also to the sustained and dedicated hard work of their teachers and support staff.
"Yet another cohort has navigated England's unusuallyexam-heavy assessment system. Many students have faced over 30 hours of high-stakes testing -which is far more than their peers internationally.
"This approach makes success heavily dependent on performance on just a few days, when illness, exam technique or other circumstances can have a significant impact. End of course exams also prioritise memorisation over wider skills which evidence shows are essential for work and life, including communication, collaboration and problem-solving. The Milburn Review's interim report warned that our narrow assessment approach at Key Stage 4 is disengaging young people rather than preparing them for life beyond school.
"We welcome the new Secretary of State's acknowledgement of England's exam burden, and that the English and maths GCSE resit policy simply does not work. This needs to be changed. We urge her to explore, with the profession, a broader approach to assessment that allows young people to demonstrate their strengths.
"The impact of poverty and regional inequality cannot be ignored. Schools do all they can to alleviate this but they cannot do it alone. The pressure and strain experienced by those in areas of disadvantage must be addressed by government, ensuring that schools and colleges have the funding needed to support every learner to succeed."
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Original text here: https://neu.org.uk/latest/press-releases/congratulations-all-young-people-receiving-results-their-gcse-level-1-and-2-vocational-and-technical?_locale=en
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Nebraska's Denise Powell for Congress
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Nebraska's Denise Powell for Congress
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AFGE says Powell will fight for working families in Nebraska and nationwide
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. - The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of Denise Powell for election to the U.S. House representing Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 elections. She won the Democratic primary in May. The general election is Nov. 3.
A mom
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Nebraska's Denise Powell for Congress
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AFGE says Powell will fight for working families in Nebraska and nationwide
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. - The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of Denise Powell for election to the U.S. House representing Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 elections. She won the Democratic primary in May. The general election is Nov. 3.
A momof two and small business owner, Powell stepped away from a successful career in corporate America following President Trump's 2026 election to found an organization that has empowered hundreds of women in Nebraska to run for local office. She is running for an open seat in Congress serving Nebraskans in the greater Omaha area.
"Denise Powell is the best candidate to fight for federal workers and AFGE members in Nebraska and across the country," AFGE District 8 National Vice President Ruark Hotopp said. "She understands the importance of strong public services and has demonstrated that commitment by fighting to keep Nebraska's public tax dollars invested in public schools. Denise knows that investing in public employees means delivering better services for the American people, and she will be a strong advocate for federal workers, collective bargaining, and the public servants who keep our nation running."
Powell has pledged to protect collective bargaining rights, oppose arbitrary cuts to the federal workforce, defend federal retirement and pay, and stand with veterans and the federal employees who serve them.
Nearly 10,000 federal employees live in Nebraska - caring for veterans, supporting the military, and getting Social Security recipients their benefits accurately and on time.
AFGE is the largest federal employee union in the country, representing more than 820,000 federal and D.C. government workers in all functions of government. AFGE represents nearly 43,000 federal employees in District 8, which includes Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
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Original text here: https://www.afge.org/link/00c0cd3d212641919333b2f600dd7a7e.aspx
IAM NASSCO Workers Rally for Fair Contract, Build Momentum Ahead of Negotiations
UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers issued the following news release:
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IAM NASSCO Workers Rally for Fair Contract, Build Momentum Ahead of Negotiations
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 20, 2026 - IAM Union members at General Dynamics NASSCO rallied Wednesday alongside labor, elected, and community allies to demonstrate their growing unity and strength as more than 800 shipbuilders prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with the San Diego shipbuilder.
The solidarity rally was hosted by IAM Local 389 and
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UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers issued the following news release:
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IAM NASSCO Workers Rally for Fair Contract, Build Momentum Ahead of Negotiations
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 20, 2026 - IAM Union members at General Dynamics NASSCO rallied Wednesday alongside labor, elected, and community allies to demonstrate their growing unity and strength as more than 800 shipbuilders prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with the San Diego shipbuilder.
The solidarity rally was hosted by IAM Local 389 andIAM District 947, bringing NASSCO workers together with IAM leaders, the San Diego & Imperial Counties Labor Council, elected officials and community supporters to call for a strong contract that recognizes workers' contributions with fair wages, strong benefits, safe working conditions and respect on the job.
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The rally follows a successful seven-month internal organizing campaign that has increased IAM membership within the NASSCO bargaining unit from approximately 21% to more than 67%. More than 560 workers have joined the IAM during the campaign, significantly strengthening workers' collective voice heading into negotiations.
"This turnout sends a powerful message: NASSCO workers are united, organized and ready to stand together for the contract they deserve," said IAM Western Territory General Vice President Robert "Bobby" Martinez. "These highly skilled shipbuilders perform critical work for our Navy and our national security. The hardworking people who build and maintain these ships deserve wages, benefits and working conditions that reflect the value of their skills and the importance of the work they perform every day."
Watch video of the rally here.
"For months, our members have been talking with their coworkers one-on-one about what we can accomplish when we stand together," said IAM District 947 Business Representative William "Billy" Corona. "Growing from roughly 21% membership to more than 67% didn't happen by accident. Workers decided to join together because they understand that the more united we are, the stronger our voice is at the bargaining table. Today's rally is another step in showing NASSCO that we are ready to fight for a fair contract."
The rally included U.S. Rep. Mike Levin (D-Calif.), IAM Western Territory leadership, and other labor and community allies.
"We take a lot of pride in the ships we build and the work we do for our country," said Adrian Contreras, an IAM member at NASSCO. "We show up every day, work hard, and use our skills to build ships that are essential to our national security. We are standing together because we want a contract that respects that work and gives us the wages, benefits, safety, and future our families deserve."
"Our strength at the bargaining table comes directly from the workers on the shop floor," said IAM Western Territory Special Representative Luis Silvas. "Every worker who joins, gets involved and stands with their coworkers makes us stronger. We are going into these negotiations together, and our goal is to come out with a contract that moves NASSCO workers and their families forward."
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Original text here: https://www.goiam.org/news/territories/western/iam-nassco-workers-rally-for-fair-contract-build-momentum-ahead-of-negotiations/
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA: Statement on Study Showing Airline Crews Have Highest Mortality From Radiation Cancers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA issued the following statement by President Sara Nelson:
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Statement on Study Showing Airline Crews Have Highest Mortality from Radiation Cancers
A study published Monday by JAMA Internal Medicine (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2852504) shows Flight Attendants and Pilots are at the highest risk of dying from radiation-related cancers. Association of Flight Attendants-CWA President Sara Nelson, representing 55,000 Flight Attendants at 20 airlines, released the following statement:
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSjou) -- The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA issued the following statement by President Sara Nelson:
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Statement on Study Showing Airline Crews Have Highest Mortality from Radiation Cancers
A study published Monday by JAMA Internal Medicine (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2852504) shows Flight Attendants and Pilots are at the highest risk of dying from radiation-related cancers. Association of Flight Attendants-CWA President Sara Nelson, representing 55,000 Flight Attendants at 20 airlines, released the following statement:
"This study further confirms radiation related cancers that cause mortality must be acknowledged as occupational deaths.
"The risk is known, but crew are not informed or trained. And, no one is taking responsibility. Unlike standards in Europe, the FAA still does not require airlines to monitor crew exposure to radiation.
"We're thankful to the reports' authors. This reinforces what our union has been saying for years: radiation exposure needs to be taken seriously. The industry and regulators must take steps to mitigate risk. Operators must provide care and benefits associated with occupational mortality."
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The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA is the Flight Attendant union. AFA has been the leader in advancing the Flight Attendant profession for over 80 years. Serving as the voice for Flight Attendants in the workplace, in the aviation industry, in the media and on Capitol Hill, AFA has transformed the Flight Attendant profession by raising wages, benefits, working conditions, and public awareness about the role of aviation's first responders. Over 55,000 Flight Attendants come together to form AFA, part of the 500,000-member strong Communications Workers of America (CWA), AFL-CIO. Visit us at www.afacwa.org.
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Original text here: https://afacwa.org/study-flight-attendants-highest-mortality-radiation-cancers/
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Video Game Workers and Allies Rally Across North America Against XBOX Layoffs
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Communications Workers of America posted the following news release:
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Video Game Workers and Allies Rally Across North America Against XBOX Layoffs
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Video game workers and allies outside the Austin Activision building. Courtesy of CWA Local 2108 Member Emilio Gonzalez.
NATIONWIDE -Yesterday, hundreds of CWA-represented video game workers, community organizations, and local labor allies held coordinated "Save Our Devs" rallies in the U.S. and Canada to call out layoffs and corporate greed across the industry and to demand fair first
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Communications Workers of America posted the following news release:
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Video Game Workers and Allies Rally Across North America Against XBOX Layoffs
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Video game workers and allies outside the Austin Activision building. Courtesy of CWA Local 2108 Member Emilio Gonzalez.
NATIONWIDE -Yesterday, hundreds of CWA-represented video game workers, community organizations, and local labor allies held coordinated "Save Our Devs" rallies in the U.S. and Canada to call out layoffs and corporate greed across the industry and to demand fair firstcontracts across Microsoft's gaming studios. Last month, Microsoft's gaming division-now rebranded as XBOX-announced 3,200 planned job reductions across XBOX, with the first phase of layoffs scheduled to impact 1,600 XBOX workers, including hundreds of union members, in early September. The Communications Workers of America (CWA) represents nearly 4,000 video game workers at XBOX throughout the US and Canada.
"Each of the 1600 people from July's layoffs have their own unique tale, and every developer still employed at an XBOX studio lives in anxious fear, waiting to discover if they are one of the next 1600 stories," said id Software Principal Engine Programmer and CWA Local 6215 member John "Jebus" Roberts, who was laid off as part of July's job cuts. "We cannot allow Microsoft to set a precedent of ignoring federal labor law, leaving so many union workers discarded."
"When I first started working [at Bethesda Game Studios], I was in awe. I wanted nothing more than to contribute to the legacy created by the developers here: the people who forever changed my perception of what a video game could be like when I first played Fallout 3 at 8 years old," said Bethesda Game Studios Quest Designer and CWA Local 2108 member Stephanie Zachariadis, who was laid off as part of July's job cuts. "Now? The legends who filled those trophy cases are, for the most part, gone, laid off, or driven away."
Laid off CWA Local 2108 member and former ZeniMax Online Studios Senior Motion Graphics Artist Alyssa Gobelle in front of Scabby the Rat in Hunt Valley, Md.
Video game workers and gamers alike have engaged in unprecedented resistance in response to Microsoft's unilateral actions. Last month, after a press conference where XBOX workers demanded layoff protections, over 500 CWA members and allies rallied at studio locations across the U.S. and Canada. XBOX fans also posted on Microsoft's official fan feedback website to call out the layoffs, garnering over 4,000 upvotes and nearly 900 comments on the XBOX Player Voice forum. On July 15, CWA also filed unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), alleging several labor law violations that require the employer to engage in decisional bargaining over discretionary layoffs.
CWA-SCA Local 30111 and video game supporters rallying outside Prince and Wellington Street in Montreal, Canada.
"Like the people I read about in history books, I'm here to fight for fair contracts for all the unionized workers in the video game industry. I'm here to fight for all the game workers across an industry that has decided to put profits ahead of the workers who are the heart and soul of games," said ZeniMax Senior User Researcher and CWA Local 6215 member Elisabeth Whyte, who was laid off as part of July's job cuts. "My hope is that the gaming industry will one day return to a model that respects game workers, provides fair compensation, and doesn't treat a game launch as an opportunity to downsize or close studios. I hope that one day profitable companies will start putting the needs of game workers first so that we can deliver the amazing and fun experiences our customers expect. Until that day, people like us have to keep fighting."
Watch the livestreamed rallies on UVW-CWA's Twitch.
The Campaign to Organize Digital Employees (CODE-CWA) is a network of worker-organizers and their staff working every single day to build the voice and power necessary to ensure the future of the tech, game, and digital industries in the United States and Canada. CODE-CWA is a project of the Communications Workers of America which represents hundreds of thousands of workers throughout tech, media, telecom, and other industries who stand together to fight for justice on the job and in our communities.
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Original text here: https://cwa-union.org/news/releases/video-game-workers-and-allies-rally-across-north-america-against-xbox-layoffs
New Jersey Teamsters Endorse Bipartisan Slate of Pro-Union Candidates for Congress
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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New Jersey Teamsters Endorse Bipartisan Slate of Pro-Union Candidates for Congress
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Press Contact: Kara Deniz Phone: (202) 497-6610 Email: kdeniz@teamster.org
(SPRINGFIELD, N.J.) - Today, New Jersey Teamsters announced their Congressional endorsements. The candidates are incumbents who have demonstrated a commitment to American workers by voting for the Faster Labor Contracts Act (FLCA).
Teamsters endorsed Senator Cory Booker (D) and Representative Donald Norcross
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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New Jersey Teamsters Endorse Bipartisan Slate of Pro-Union Candidates for Congress
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Press Contact: Kara Deniz Phone: (202) 497-6610 Email: kdeniz@teamster.org
(SPRINGFIELD, N.J.) - Today, New Jersey Teamsters announced their Congressional endorsements. The candidates are incumbents who have demonstrated a commitment to American workers by voting for the Faster Labor Contracts Act (FLCA).
Teamsters endorsed Senator Cory Booker (D) and Representative Donald Norcross(D-1st District). Booker co-authored the Senate version of the FLCA and voluntarily recognized his campaign's staff union with the Teamsters in 2020. A lifelong union member, FLCA co-author, and Chair of the Congressional Labor Caucus, Norcross has also supported the Teamsters by serving as the lead sponsor of the Butch-Lewis Act and fighting to protect collective bargaining rights for federal workers.
The Teamsters also endorsed Jeff Van Drew (R-2nd District), Herb Conaway (D-3rd District), Chris Smith (R-4th District), Josh Gottheimer (D-5th District), Frank Pallone (D-6th District), Robert Menendez (D-8th District), Nellie Pou (D-9th District), LaMonica McIver (D-10th District), and Analilia Mejia (D-11th District).
The Faster Labor Contracts Act, a Teamsters-backed bill that passed the House of Representatives in June, would become the most significant labor legislation enacted in 80 years. It would streamline the process for newly organized workers who are working to secure their first collective bargaining agreement.
"There are more than 50,000 Teamsters throughout New Jersey, and they all agree that our union should only support politicians who support us," said Al Rispoli, President of Teamsters Joint Council 73. "This bipartisan coalition refused to vote no on the FLCA even in the face of immense pressure from corporate lobbyists. They stood strong and had our backs, so we'll do the same for them when we go to the polls in November."
Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents over 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters.
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Original text here: https://teamster.org/2026/08/new-jersey-teamsters-endorse-bipartisan-slate-of-pro-union-candidates-for-congress/
NFFE Local 466 Calls for Protection of Workers' Rights and Transparency Following ICE Operation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Union] -- The National Federation of Federal Employees issued the following news release:
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NFFE Local 466 Calls for Protection of Workers' Rights and Transparency Following ICE Operation
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Pisgah National Forest, NC - The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM) Local 466 calls for the protection of workers' rights and transparency from USDA Forest Service leadership regarding the agency's cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This demand follows an immigration enforcement operation on Pisgah National Forest and the July 26,
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 [Category: Union] -- The National Federation of Federal Employees issued the following news release:
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NFFE Local 466 Calls for Protection of Workers' Rights and Transparency Following ICE Operation
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Pisgah National Forest, NC - The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM) Local 466 calls for the protection of workers' rights and transparency from USDA Forest Service leadership regarding the agency's cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This demand follows an immigration enforcement operation on Pisgah National Forest and the July 26,2026 checkpoint at Wilson Creek, a popular recreation area on the Grandfather Ranger District, which reportedly resulted in the detention of 13 forest visitors. Reports indicate that the checkpoint was a joint operation of Forest Service Law Enforcement, ICE, and the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office.
This unprecedented operation does not reflect the values of bargaining unit employees represented by NFFE Local 466 and the National Forests in North Carolina we serve. In our view, our public lands should unite communities, not divide them. Every person should be able to enjoy these spaces without fear of being singled out because of their perceived national origin, ethnicity, or immigration status. When visitors fear that a family outing, hike, picnic, or fishing trip could become the site of an immigration enforcement operation, these actions discourage families and communities from enjoying their public lands and erode public trust in the workers responsible for managing them.
The union also recognizes the difficult position such operations can place frontline public employees in. Forest Service staff are already stretched thin, and operations like this pull focus from visitor safety, Hurricane Helene recovery, and other vital priorities. Workers responsible for assisting visitors, providing emergency services, maintaining recreation areas, and protecting natural resources should not be put in situations that undermine the public's confidence in the services they provide. Additionally, it is critical for worker safety that employees are notified of actions that affect their ability to safely do their jobs.
Local 466 calls on Forest Service leadership and management to:
* Provide a clear accounting of the process by which this operation was authorized.
* Commit to timely notification of affected staff of any law enforcement operations on Forest Service lands.
* Discourage the establishment of immigration checkpoints on national forests.
* Protect the rights and dignity of all individuals during law enforcement activities.
NFFE Local 466 employees routinely work closely with our law enforcement colleagues on issues that affect visitor safety and resource protection, and we commend their dedication and professionalism in those areas. Our mission is caring for the land and serving people, and our employees deserve and have a right to a safe workplace.
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Original text here: https://www.nffe.org/press-release/national-federation-of-federal-employees-local-466-calls-for-protection-of-workers-rights-and-transparency-following-ice-operation/
