Speaking ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on the ‘Pimlico Plumbers’ Gig Economy Case, Owen Espley Labour Rights campaigner at War on Want said:

“The supreme court case must confirm what many courts have already decided, that claiming these workers were self-employed is a ploy to dodge taxes and deny worker’s rights, such as holiday and sick pay.

In November, 2017, Hondurans took to the polls to elect a new president, local governors and councillors. However, far from a smooth transition into a new presidency, numerous irregularities and allegations of electoral fraud became apparent, unleashing a post-election crisis.

War on Want has always stood in solidarity with workers around the world, who face intimidation and retaliation for organising into trade unions. Unions have been central to War on Want’s work throughout our history because they are critical in the fight against global poverty. All around the world, they bring workers together to achieve things that they would be unable to achieve on their own. That's why we're proud to support HeartUnions week.