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How to turn crisis into real change for workers?
As Wales TUC gears up for its annual congress, SHAVANAH TAJ takes a look at some of the priorities on the horizon for trade unionists
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“BUILDING back better’ has become a cliche, but the idea remains powerful. 

How can we turn this crisis into a moment of real change for workers in Wales? 

This question will be at the heart of our debates this week at our first Wales TUC Congress since 2018.

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