High Court rules ‘strike-breaking’ agency worker regulations unlawful

UNISON has defeated the government in the High Court over strike-breaking legislation that was introduced last summer.
The High Court has ruled that the legislation, which allows employers to use agency workers to replace those on strike, was unlawful, unfair and irrational.
The case marks another success for UNISON and its members in challenging laws restricting workers’ rights.
The judgment follows successful judicial review proceedings lodged by UNISON alongside the NASUWT and TUC, whos