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More than half of care workers report workplace attacks, GMB survey finds
A survey of more than 1,600 care workers conducted by the union in May and June found that 52% had been subjected to attacks while carrying out their roles.
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Government launches nursing care funding boost to support workforce and ease hospital pressure
Ministers said the increase will help strengthen community care provision and support staff working in nursing homes.
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Carers suffer over 6,500 violent attacks in five years
In a survey of more than 1,700 GMB care workers, 52% said they had been physically assaulted at work.
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TUC Cymru calls on Welsh Government to remove private profit from adult social care
TUC Cymru is set to hold a fringe meeting at Welsh Labour conference in Llandudno today, 27th June, to highlight concerns at the role of financial speculators in delivering care to vulnerable adults.
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Care workers should have access to greener and cheaper transport, report argues
Free e-bikes, discounted bus travel and other incentives are needed to encourage low-paid workers to use green transport, according to Campaign for Better Transport's latest report.
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130,000 care vacancies show need for fair pay agreements – GMB
The Employment Rights Bill, published yesterday, included a fair pay agreement for care workers.
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‘Doom loop’ in health and care must stop, says UNISON
UNISON calls for urgent action to address the 'doom loop' in health and social care, urging better funding and staffing to support the sector.