"The UK Government provided a tardy response to the coronavirus pandemic. The measures taken are disappointing, being predominantly concerned with protecting business and preserving their confidence, while limited assistance is being provided to the most vulnerable, precarious workers. Crucial issues relating to health and safety have been downplayed, while gender-related issues have been given little attention. The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has engaged with the Conservative Government but seems to have had little influence to date"

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