New consortium urges government to back Sizewell C nuclear project

The consortium intends to sign Memorandums of Understanding with UK regions to guarantee British jobs and investment in the building of the proposed nuclear plant

European trade unions on the march for climate muscle

The guide offers advice and examples on how they can boost their influence climate strategy

Fresh blow to EDF’s Hinkley nuclear plans

The Hinkley nuclear plant has suffered a fresh setback as it has emerged French trade unions are “unlikely” to support the project “at its current state”. EDF is currently consulting with a committee, representing its staff and unions, which was launched earlier this month and is expected to last at least two months. That has […]

EDF Energy signs key Hinkley Point C deals with unions

Power supplier EDF Energy has signed two labour relations agreements with trade unions and a major contractor for the proposed new nuclear project at Hinkley Point C. They include a ‘Common Framework Agreement’ covering industrial relations, recruitment, training, apprenticeships, health and welfare and a ‘Civils Sector Agreement’ relating to pay and pensions. By the time […]