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Do trade unions still matter in the UK?

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The New Union Strongholds

The most heavily unionized occupational group has shifted from traditional skilled working-class roles, like coal miners and shipyard workers, to professionals in the public sector, such as doctors, nurses, and teachers. This change reflects a significant evolution in union dynamics, highlighting the current propensity for public sector professionals to engage in strikes, marking a new phase in labor relations.

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