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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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Glendale nurses to hold informational picket for patient safety and to protest layoffs of support staff
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 21 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Glendale nurses to hold informational picket for patient safety and to protest layoffs of support staff
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Registered nurses at Glendale Memorial Hospital in Glendale, Calif. will hold an informational picket on Monday, Aug. 24, to condemn the layoffs of critical support staff, which will jeopardize patient care, announced California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (CNA/NNU).
CommonSpirit plans to lay off monitor technicians in the intensive care unit (ICU) and the
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 21 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Glendale nurses to hold informational picket for patient safety and to protest layoffs of support staff
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Registered nurses at Glendale Memorial Hospital in Glendale, Calif. will hold an informational picket on Monday, Aug. 24, to condemn the layoffs of critical support staff, which will jeopardize patient care, announced California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (CNA/NNU).
CommonSpirit plans to lay off monitor technicians in the intensive care unit (ICU) and theunit clerks in medical-surgical and telemetry units. Unit support staff provides critical work to keep the operations running smoothly and allow nurses to focus on their direct patient care responsibilities without interruptions.
"Patients in our unit are already critically ill," said Michelle Lasala, RN in the ICU unit at Glendale Memorial Hospital. "Having a monitor technician allows me to focus on my patients without having to split my attention to monitor rhythms, answer phones, or coordinate with other units. Our monitor techs provide a vital resource that cannot only be measured by metrics or dollars but in timely interventions and lives saved."
Who: Registered nurses at Glendale Memorial Hospital
What: Informational picket for patient safety and safe staffing
When: Monday, August 24, 2026, 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Where: Glendale Memorial Hospital, 1420 S. Central Ave., Glendale, Calif., corner of Central and Los Feliz
Nurses have raised their concerns to hospital management, but have been told that these cuts are to improve efficiency and productivity, but this decision ignores the impact of the cuts on patient health and safety and goes against CommonSpirit's mission of providing "compassionate care." On Aug. 3, CommonSpirit nurses delivered a petition to their employer in Los Angeles signed by more than 5,000 nurses across the state opposing the cuts, urging CommonSpirit to rescind the layoffs. In an Aug. 18 meeting, hospital management said that they will move forward despite the concerns raised by frontline staff as "not every scenario can be accounted for" and moving forward concerns can be addressed by escalating through chain of command.
"Nurses are already being asked to do more and more with fewer resources," said Erin Connor, RN in the telemetry unit at Glendale Memorial Hospital. "Removing our unit clerk, who provides essential support, will increase the workload on bedside nurses. Nurses are already feeling moral distress and stretched too thin. We urge Glendale management to put patients before profits and do the right thing: Rescind the layoffs."
"As a nurse, I need to be able to closely monitor my patients and meet their direct-care needs," said Heather Jun, RN in the telemetry unit at Glendale Memorial Hospital. "Without the support of my unit clerk to help coordinate communication, assist with admissions and discharges, and support our unit, my attention will be pulled from direct patient care to performing administrative tasks, creating delays in care or missing vital information. This is not putting our community or patients first."
Nurses know that CommonSpirit has the resources to address the hospital's needs. According to its tax filings, from 2020 to 2024, the top 10 CommonSpirit executives were paid in excess of $310.5 million. Its CEO took home a compensation package worth more than $14 million for fiscal year 2025.
CNA represents about 550 registered nurses at Glendale Memorial Hospital and more than 17,000 CommonSpirit RNs in California, Nevada, Colorado, and Texas.
California Nurses Association/National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the nation with more than 100,000 members in more than 200 facilities throughout California and more than 225,000 RNs nationwide.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/glendale-nurses-to-hold-informational-picket-for-patient-safety-and-to-protest-layoffs
Teamsters, Sen. Sanders Demand Answers on St. Albans Creamery Shutdown Plan
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters, Sen. Sanders Demand Answers on St. Albans Creamery Shutdown Plan
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Press Contact: Lena Melentijevic Phone: (347) 208-2279 Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org
(WASHINGTON) - Yesterday, Teamsters Local 597 leaders and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) joined workers outside the Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) St. Albans Creamery in St. Albans, Vt., to condemn the idling of the facility and the company's potential union-busting motive to do so. The press conference
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters, Sen. Sanders Demand Answers on St. Albans Creamery Shutdown Plan
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Press Contact: Lena Melentijevic Phone: (347) 208-2279 Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org
(WASHINGTON) - Yesterday, Teamsters Local 597 leaders and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) joined workers outside the Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) St. Albans Creamery in St. Albans, Vt., to condemn the idling of the facility and the company's potential union-busting motive to do so. The press conferencehighlighted the impact the closure would have on Teamsters in the facility, their families, the local dairy economy, and the broader St. Albans community.
"Dairy farmers in the St. Albans area are already facing enormous pressure from rising costs, volatile milk prices, and an increasingly concentrated dairy industry," said Curtis Clough, President of Local 597. "Idling this creamery would only make those challenges worse by disrupting a facility that local farmers, workers, and families have relied on for generations. DFA owes this community a full explanation because when a plant like this is put at risk, it is not just Teamsters jobs on the line -it is the future of family farms and the economic stability of St. Albans and the entire region."
"The St. Albans Dairy Farmers of America plant has been an important part of Vermont's dairy economy and a critical source of decent-paying jobs for more than 100 years," Sen. Sanders said. "The decision by Dairy Farmers of America to close this plant appears to be nothing more than illegal union busting. I stand with the Teamsters in calling on DFA to reverse this decision and keep this vital plant open."
During the press conference, Sen. Sanders and members from Local 597 called on DFA to provide a full public explanation for the idling decision and urged the dairy giant to engage with workers and the community directly. The Teamsters Union will continue to stand up for its members and explore all available avenues to protect jobs and workers' rights.
"Our families made sacrifices while we stood in the rain on strike so we could put food on the table and win a fair contract," said Ted Westover, a warehouse worker at St. Albans and steward with Local 597. "Now our jobs are on the line because it seems a multimillion-dollar business got their feelings hurt. It's hard not to see the timing for what it is. This looks like classic union busting."
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/teamsters-sen-sanders-demand-answers-on-st-albans-creamery-shutdown-plan/
National Election Committee sets election dates
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO National Association of Letter Carriers issued the following news:
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National Election Committee sets election dates
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The National Election Committee, appointed at the Los Angeles convention to conduct the election of national officers for NALC, has met to set the rules and procedures for the election.
The election will be conducted by mail ballot in accordance with the NALC Constitution and applicable federal law. Under the oversight of the National Election Committee, the American Arbitration Association will prepare, print and mail
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO National Association of Letter Carriers issued the following news:
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National Election Committee sets election dates
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The National Election Committee, appointed at the Los Angeles convention to conduct the election of national officers for NALC, has met to set the rules and procedures for the election.
The election will be conducted by mail ballot in accordance with the NALC Constitution and applicable federal law. Under the oversight of the National Election Committee, the American Arbitration Association will prepare, print and mailthe ballots and tabulate the votes.
On or about Sept. 28, ballots will be mailed to all eligible voters. Official election instructions will be included with all ballots. To be eligible to vote, a person must be a member of NALC in good standing as of June 1, 2026. Any member who does not receive a ballot by Oct. 7 should contact the NALC Membership Department to request a replacement ballot. The Membership Department can be reached by telephone at 202-393-4695. The deadline to contact the Membership Department is 4 p.m. Eastern time on Oct 9.
To be counted, ballots must be received by noon on Oct. 19. The counting of ballots will begin that day or the next.
The National Election Committee is made up of: Brian Wiggins (chair), Seattle, WA Br. 79; Lamanda Bradshaw, Modesto, CA Br. 1291; Mike Hansen, Salt Lake City, UT Br. 111; Veronica Ramirez, Arlington Heights, IL Br. 2810; Kathy Walter, Tucson, AZ Br. 704; Morgan Harrington, Southwest Michigan Br. 246; Linda Johnson, Duluth, MN Br. 114; Sylvin Stevens, Charlotte, NC Br. 545; Juan Munoz, Corpus Christi, TX Br. 1259; Monique Mate, Rochester, NY Br. 210; Michele Galda, Camden, NJ Merged Branch 540; Melissia Johnson, Rockville, MD Br. 3825; Joseph Stearns, Massachusetts Northeast Merged Br. 25; Eric Lomax, Jamaica, NY Br. 562; and Mike O'Neill, New Jersey Merged Branch 38.
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Original text here: https://www.nalc.org/news/nalc-updates/national-election-committee-sets-election-dates-2026
Local 1208 JTRAN Workers Ratify Contract with MV Transportation Ending 39-Day Strike
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Amalgamated Transit Union issued the following news release:
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Local 1208 JTRAN Workers Ratify Contract with MV Transportation Ending 39-Day Strike
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Workers Stood Strong and United to Win
Jackson, MS - After a unified and strong 39-day strike, JTRAN workers ratified a tentative agreement with contractor MV Transportation that meets the Union's demands for fair pay, better working conditions, and strong benefits.
After months of fruitless negotiations between the JTRAN workers' union, ATU Local 1208-Jackson, MS, and MV,
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Amalgamated Transit Union issued the following news release:
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Local 1208 JTRAN Workers Ratify Contract with MV Transportation Ending 39-Day Strike
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Workers Stood Strong and United to Win
Jackson, MS - After a unified and strong 39-day strike, JTRAN workers ratified a tentative agreement with contractor MV Transportation that meets the Union's demands for fair pay, better working conditions, and strong benefits.
After months of fruitless negotiations between the JTRAN workers' union, ATU Local 1208-Jackson, MS, and MV,the workers went on strike on July 13 because of bad faith bargaining, Unfair Labor Practices and disrespect by the company. After bargaining with a mediator, Local 1208 was able to win a contract that addressed the Union's key priorities and concerns.
"Our members stood strong and united throughout this process. MV tried to divide us. They brought in scab bus operators and refused to address our concerns," said Local 1208 President/Business Agent Charles Tornes, Jr. "This strike shows that our members are willing to lay it all on the line for justice. I want to thank our riders, and all our allies for coming out and standing with us."
The Union and the company have been in negotiations since the workers' contract expired on December 31, 2025. MV had continued to unlawfully monitor workers, unilaterally change work rules to retaliate against employees, and other Unfair Labor Practices. In early June the workers became so frustrated with MV's unlawful treatment and disrespect they voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike.
On the first day of the strike, ATU International President John Costa traveled to Jackson to join the strikers on the picket lines to put pressure on MV to settle this contract.
"I am proud of our JTRAN members who were willing to go to the mat to fight for their contract and a better transit system for their riders. On the picket lines, I saw firsthand their strength, unity, and solidarity," said Costa. "It was less than two years ago that these workers went on strike, and once again they won a strong contract. They are frontline heroes and can now get back to the job of keeping Jackson moving safely and reliably. It was an honor to hold the line with you."
This is the second time in less than 2 years that JTRAN workers have been on strike. In September 2024, the workers went on a successful 14-day strike securing a strong contract.
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Original text here: https://www.atu.org/media/press/2026/local-1208-jtran-workers-ratify-contract-with-mv-transportation-ending-39-day-strike
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.
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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
Contra Costa County nurses overwhelmingly ratify new three-year contract
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Contra Costa County nurses overwhelmingly ratify new three-year contract
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Registered nurses with Contra Costa County Health Services voted 95 percent in favor of ratifying a new contract, winning protections to improve patient safety and nurse retention, announced California Nurses Association (CNA).
"Nurses fought hard for 14 months to achieve a contract that is strong enough to recruit and retain nurses here in Contra Costa County's safety net health system," said Danielle
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Aug. 20 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Contra Costa County nurses overwhelmingly ratify new three-year contract
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Registered nurses with Contra Costa County Health Services voted 95 percent in favor of ratifying a new contract, winning protections to improve patient safety and nurse retention, announced California Nurses Association (CNA).
"Nurses fought hard for 14 months to achieve a contract that is strong enough to recruit and retain nurses here in Contra Costa County's safety net health system," said DanielleLopez-Odell, RN in the medical surgical unit at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center. "We've secured better working conditions, workplace violence protections, and protected the benefits that our nurses and our retirees depend on."
Highlights of the contract include:
* Improved union nurses' ability to combat violence, harassment, and retaliation in the workplace;
* Job and hour stability as H.R. 1 cuts to Medi-Cal impact the health system;
* Prevention of the elimination of the health plan of more than 400 nurses and many more retired county nurses; and
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"Public sector nurses have dedicated our careers to caring for the most vulnerable residents of the county," said Stefani Macagba, RN in the emergency unit at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center. "This contract honors our expertise and gives nurses the stability we need to stay with the county through these turbulent times.
The new pact covers the period from September 2026 to November 2029. CNA represents more than 1300 nurses at Contra Costa County Health Services.
California Nurses Association/National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the nation with more than 100,000 members in more than 200 facilities throughout California and more than 225,000 RNs nationwide.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/contra-costa-county-nurses-overwhelmingly-ratify-new-three-year-contract
