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The ban on asbestos: 20 years on

The 20th anniversary of the ban on the use of asbestos in the UK is an opportunity to remind everyone that although the import and use of asbestos were banned two decades ago, families and communities are still affected by its legacy.

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In 2018, Thompsons secured more than £100 million* in personal injury compensation for UK trade union members and their families. Find out more about your union legal service here.

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Are you Under the COSHH?

Our Under the COSHH campaign aims to help employees understand if their employer has a robust health and safety structure in place to protect them from hazardous substances at work. Find out more about staying safe and #UnderTheCOSHH.

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Committed to RMT members

If you've been injured, the RMT and Thompsons are ready to fight for you. We use our personal injury experience and transport sector expertise to build a solid case for compensation.

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Standing with unions

For almost 100 years, we have been working with trade unions to improve workers’ rights and campaign for justice and equality. Our Standing with Unions campaign celebrates our commitment to the trade union movement and the work unions do to ensure you and your family are protected.

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UNISON

We're proud to provide legal protection for UNISON members, for those who play such a valuable role in our society.

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Protecting your rights

In 2018, we secured over £55 million* in damages for members of UK trade unions whose rights were being abused by their employers. Find out more about your union legal service here, and the employment rights protection it brings.

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Thompsons Solicitors shows support for annual Show Racism the Red Card awareness day18 October 2019
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'No deal' would be the worst possible outcome for workers' rights

In this briefing, we explain why a 'no deal' would be the worst possible outcome for workers' rights. Read more...

A history of Asbestos

The history of asbestos continues to leave a devastating legacy. Thompsons Solicitors has run, and won, more asbestos disease compensation claims than any other firm. Read more...

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