CARERS cried out for more clout in the workplace yesterday as cuts to services and lack of legislation see women crumbling under pressure.
Thousands of women take care of children, the disabled and the elderly without any renumeration — saving the Treasury £100 billion a year.
Carers shared their stories of sacrifice at this year’s TUC Women’s Conference, telling delegates of the punitive measures they face at work.
Gisele Pelicot said ‘shame must change sides.’ We may think we agree, but, argues LOUISE RAW, society still has some way to go
Investigation reveals NHS maternity services are failing women and babies
Working-class women lead the fight for fair work and equitable pay and against sexual harassment, the rise of the far right and years of failed austerity policies, writes ROZ FOYER
Women are a vital part of the labour movement and have much to contribute, but there’s far more to be done to make sure that our sisters’ voices are truly heard, says PHILIPA HARVEY



