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National Education Union: Sutton Trust on Private Tutoring
LONDON, England, Feb. 21 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 20, 2026:
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Sutton Trust on private tutoring
NEU Comment on research looking at the likelihood of children from disadvantaged backgrounds having access to private tuition
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Commenting on research looking at the likelihood of children from disadvantaged backgrounds having access to private tuition in comparison to more affluent peers, Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"These findings are a stark reminder of the funding pressures facing schools. Schools
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LONDON, England, Feb. 21 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 20, 2026:
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Sutton Trust on private tutoring
NEU Comment on research looking at the likelihood of children from disadvantaged backgrounds having access to private tuition
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Commenting on research looking at the likelihood of children from disadvantaged backgrounds having access to private tuition in comparison to more affluent peers, Daniel Kebede, general secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"These findings are a stark reminder of the funding pressures facing schools. Schoolsare running on empty and have been forced to cut back vital support for disadvantaged pupils.
"Tutoring should help level the playing field, yet the government's decision to scrap the National Tutoring Programme in 2024 pulled the rug from under schools. Almost 60% have since reduced their tutoring offer, widening the gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers and further concentrating tutoring among the most affluent.
"The NEU welcomes the government's intention to address unequal access to tutoring, but the evidence for AI tutoring simply isn't there at the moment.
"Without proper resourcing, regulation and human intervention, AI tutoring risks further deepening divides, particularly as wealthier families turn to human tutors to avoid AI based learning. AI tutoring should support, not replace, face-to-face teaching, and must be grounded in independent research, safety and professional oversight.
"Technology is not a panacea for improving outcomes for disadvantaged children. The Government must also tackle the root causes by reducing child poverty and breaking the cycle that holds so many pupils back."
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Original text here: https://neu.org.uk/latest/press-releases/sutton-trust-private-tutoring?_locale=en
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Teamsters at Keurig Dr. Pepper-7Up Unanimously Ratify Strong Contract
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters at Keurig Dr. Pepper-7Up Unanimously Ratify Strong Contract
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Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215)510-3735 Email: mdrumm@teamster.org
(DETROIT) - More than 100 workers at Keurig Dr. Pepper-7Up in Redford, Mich., have unanimously ratified a new contract. Represented by Teamsters Local 337, the group consists of drivers, mechanics, and warehouse and vending workers.
"We achieved this great contract because this group stuck together and remained focused
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters at Keurig Dr. Pepper-7Up Unanimously Ratify Strong Contract
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Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215)510-3735 Email: mdrumm@teamster.org
(DETROIT) - More than 100 workers at Keurig Dr. Pepper-7Up in Redford, Mich., have unanimously ratified a new contract. Represented by Teamsters Local 337, the group consists of drivers, mechanics, and warehouse and vending workers.
"We achieved this great contract because this group stuck together and remained focusedthroughout negotiations," said Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference. "Our members held the company accountable and were able to get a strong contract that they unanimously supported."
"I am extremely proud of these members, stewards, and Business Agent Tom Alexander," said Todd Lince, President of Local 337. "This group sent a clear message that we were not going to back down and negotiated a contract that honors their hard work."
The workers secured an agreement with significant improvements, including a 22 percent wage increase, additional paid leave, larger retirement benefits, and almost doubled base pay for Saturday drivers.
"We fought hard for this contract, and it is the best agreement we have ever had," said Mike Beatty, a steward, second-generation Teamster, and 20-year member of Local 337.
Teamsters Local 337 represents thousands of workers in Detroit and Port Huron, Mich., in a variety of industries. For more information, visit teamsters337.com.
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Original text here: https://teamster.org/2026/02/teamsters-at-keurig-dr-pepper-7up-unanimously-ratify-strong-contract/
PSA Flight Attendants Reach Tentative Agreement
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA issued the following news release on Feb. 19, 2026:
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PSA Flight Attendants Reach Tentative Agreement
PSA Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), reached a tentative agreement with PSA Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Airlines. The three year agreement includes an immediate 10% wage increase, pay for boarding that adds an additional 15-16% compensation on average, retro pay, additional wage scale raises, scheduling improvements, increased flexibility and other improvements.
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 -- The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA issued the following news release on Feb. 19, 2026:
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PSA Flight Attendants Reach Tentative Agreement
PSA Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), reached a tentative agreement with PSA Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Airlines. The three year agreement includes an immediate 10% wage increase, pay for boarding that adds an additional 15-16% compensation on average, retro pay, additional wage scale raises, scheduling improvements, increased flexibility and other improvements.
"PSA Flight Attendants save lives every day and serve as the face of American Eagle in ever increasingly difficult conditions," said Lee Wilkes, AFA PSA President. "This tentative agreement starts to recognize what we do every single flight to get people to their destination safely. We fought extremely hard to set a new industry standard for contract duration. The more often we negotiate, the more chances we have to improve our lives. We look forward to locking this in and pushing forward on our careers with more in our pockets and more of our time reflected in our paychecks."
Over the life of the three year contract, Flight Attendants will experience a thirty to fifty percent increase in compensation, with a higher value on time at work overall. The tentative agreement will be sent out to Flight Attendants for a ratification vote. The vote closes and will be counted on March 6, 2026.
"PSA Flight Attendants need these improvements and we fought hard to get them in their hands for a ratification vote," said Sara Nelson, AFA International President. "Although it was extremely difficult bargaining with PSA, American CEO Robert Isom demonstrated his longstanding commitment to recognize the work of frontline employees who make it possible for American to fly. We appreciate his direct engagement to make this agreement possible. That stands in stark contrast to other carriers who are succeeding on the backs of their underpaid workers. It is also extremely notable that American agreed to a shorter term contract that ensures workers can continue to bargain for their fair share of the profits they help create."
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The Association of Flight Attendants 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 afacwa.org.
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Original text here: https://afacwa.org/psa-tentative-agreement-2026/
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National Nurses United endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for California's 14th District
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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National Nurses United endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for California's 14th District
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National Nurses United (NNU), the country's largest nurses union, today announced its endorsement of Dr. Aisha Wahab for California's 14th Congressional District. As a California State Senator, Dr. Wahab brought her experience in public health and social work to fight for a single-payer health care system. Nurses are ready to work with Dr. Wahab to deliver on a progressive agenda that will improve
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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National Nurses United endorses Dr. Aisha Wahab for California's 14th District
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National Nurses United (NNU), the country's largest nurses union, today announced its endorsement of Dr. Aisha Wahab for California's 14th Congressional District. As a California State Senator, Dr. Wahab brought her experience in public health and social work to fight for a single-payer health care system. Nurses are ready to work with Dr. Wahab to deliver on a progressive agenda that will improvethe lives of our patients, immigrant neighbors, and all working people.
"During her time in the California legislature, Dr. Aisha Wahab fought for affordable and safe housing, health care for all, and a progressive tax system that ensures billionaires pay their fair share," said NNU President Mary Turner, RN. "We need leaders like Dr. Wahab in Congress who are ready to stand up to this administration to keep our immigrant neighbors safe and push for a health care system that will truly guarantee coverage for all, like Medicare for All. Dr. Wahab's background in public health and history of standing on the side of nurses and patients will make her a strong advocate in Congress."
"Health care is a human right," said Dr. Wahab. "Nurses were there for my family in our most critical moments, and I'll stand with them in Congress to put people before profits. I'll build on my Senate record of capping insulin costs, protecting Medi-Cal, and universal healthcare."
NNU represents more than 225,000 nurses nationwide and supports candidates who are committed to nurses' values, including safe patient staffing in all hospitals across the country, protecting the rights of workers to organize, and guaranteeing health care to everyone through Medicare for All. In a recent Gallup poll, nurses were voted the most trusted profession in the United States for the 24th consecutive year. NNU looks forward to helping elect Dr. Wahab and working closely with her in Congress on the important issues that affect registered nurses, our patients, and our communities.
National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members nationwide. NNU affiliates include California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee, DC Nurses Association, Michigan Nurses Association, Minnesota Nurses Association, and New York State Nurses Association.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/nnu-endorses-dr-aisha-wahab-for-californias-14th-district
IAM Union: Supreme Court Decision Reinforces Congress's Constitutional Authority Over Trade
UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers issued the following news release:
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IAM Union: Supreme Court Decision Reinforces Congress's Constitutional Authority Over Trade
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20, 2026 - Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), North America's largest aerospace and defense labor union, released the following statement:
"Arbitrary, snap tariff decisions-especially those targeting close allies like
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UPPER MARLBORO, Maryland, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers issued the following news release:
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IAM Union: Supreme Court Decision Reinforces Congress's Constitutional Authority Over Trade
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20, 2026 - Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), North America's largest aerospace and defense labor union, released the following statement:
"Arbitrary, snap tariff decisions-especially those targeting close allies likeCanada-create uncertainty that endangers jobs in highly interdependent industries such as aerospace and manufacturing, raises prices for consumers, and makes it harder for businesses and workers to plan for the future. That instability also complicates collective bargaining, where predictability is essential to securing strong contracts and long-term job security.
"The IAM Union has long supported the use of targeted tariffs as one tool in a broader toolbox to protect workers from bad global actors who violate labor and human rights and undercut fair competition.
"The Supreme Court decision reinforces the U.S. Constitution's clear assignment of authority to Congress to impose tariffs on foreign imports. Trade policy must be grounded in that framework and carried out with care.
"It is deeply troubling that throughout this process, it has been our members and everyday consumers who have shouldered the burden of these illegally imposed tariffs, while the very corporations that bankrolled this administration may now be first in line for rebates. Workers paid the price, so they should be the first ones to see relief.
"Trade policy should strengthen manufacturing and workers-not create unnecessary economic chaos."
The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) represents approximately 600,000 active and retired members in aerospace, defense, airlines, shipbuilding, rail, transit, healthcare, automotive, and other industries across North America.
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Original text here: https://www.goiam.org/news/iam-union-supreme-court-decision-reinforces-congresss-constitutional-authority-over-trade/
Consumers choose credit unions for affordability, security, opportunity
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Consumers choose credit unions for affordability, security, opportunity
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As Americans increasingly choose to conduct financial business with lower cost, more accountable institutions, credit unions continue to meet their needs. That's why credit unions outperform banks in multiple financial metrics, wrote America's Credit Unions President/CEO Scott Simpson in The CU Daily, backed up with recent data directly from consumers.
"Three-quarters of Americans view credit unions positively,
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Consumers choose credit unions for affordability, security, opportunity
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As Americans increasingly choose to conduct financial business with lower cost, more accountable institutions, credit unions continue to meet their needs. That's why credit unions outperform banks in multiple financial metrics, wrote America's Credit Unions President/CEO Scott Simpson in The CU Daily, backed up with recent data directly from consumers.
"Three-quarters of Americans view credit unions positively,17 points above national banks, according to the polls," pointed out Simpson. "This statistic, along with their community commitment, is why credit unions opened a net 673 branches around the country from 2012 to 2024. More than 20,000 bank branches closed during the same period."
Additional results show 93% of consumers believe their credit union cares about the local community and 94% favor allowing credit unions to expand into more communities.
"Americans are not confused about what works. They are choosing credit unions because they offer a proven path to affordability, security, and opportunity," Simpson wrote.
America's Credit Unions and leagues are working with Congress and the administration to emphasize credit unions' ability to help people succeed. This outreach is vital for consumers, added Simpson. "Expanding awareness of and access to credit unions is one of the most direct ways policymakers can help people achieve the financial freedom and long-term prosperity they have earned."
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Original text here: https://www.americascreditunions.org/news-media/news/consumers-choose-credit-unions-affordability-security-opportunity
Avis Teamsters at Atlanta Airport Ratify Historic Agreement
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Avis Teamsters at Atlanta Airport Ratify Historic Agreement
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Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215) 510-3735 Email: MDrumm@teamster.org
(ATLANTA) - Members of Teamsters Local 528 at Avis Car Rental have ratified the richest contract they have seen in years. The new three-year agreement includes significant wage increases, seniority for part-timers, time-and-a-half pay on holidays, and improved language provisions.
"Our new leadership at Local 528 was instrumental
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Avis Teamsters at Atlanta Airport Ratify Historic Agreement
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Press Contact: Maura Drumm Phone: (215) 510-3735 Email: MDrumm@teamster.org
(ATLANTA) - Members of Teamsters Local 528 at Avis Car Rental have ratified the richest contract they have seen in years. The new three-year agreement includes significant wage increases, seniority for part-timers, time-and-a-half pay on holidays, and improved language provisions.
"Our new leadership at Local 528 was instrumentalin getting this contract across the finish line," said James Hill, an 18-year Avis Teamster. "The dedication, long hours, and unwavering commitment to our membership by our leadership and bargaining committee made all the difference at the table. With strong people backing us up and fighting for what we deserve, there's no doubt we're building a better future for every Teamster."
This contract win comes weeks after Teamsters rallied outside Avis at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to demand a new contract on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Teamsters Local 528 is based in Jonesboro, Georgia, and represents workers across various industries, including transportation, warehousing, and logistics, advocating for their rights and interests. For more information, visit teamsterslocal528.org.
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Original text here: https://teamster.org/2026/02/avis-teamsters-at-atlanta-airport-ratify-historic-agreement/
