Workers in coastal towns and industrial heartlands are set to see stronger protections, as offshore wind supply chain companies and trade unions back the government’s Offshore Wind Fair Work Charter. The deal will mean unions get better access to workplaces and opportunities to speak directly to staff, alongside strong workplace standards on health and safety. It could also pave the way for trade union recognition across the booming offshore wind sector, with future agreements between offshore wind companies and trade unions expected to include commitments on fair terms and conditions, apprenticeships, and more inclusive workplaces. Today (Friday 5 June) an initial 37 supply chain companies have agreed to sign up to the charter, alongside…
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