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The TUC and unions are supporting the workplace day of action for Palestine on 12 February.  We continue to stand in solidarity with Palestinians in their struggle for justice, freedom and peace.

In Gaza, genocide is being committed against the Palestinian people, by the State of Israel. Living conditions are dire, with Israeli authorities continuing to obstruct humanitarian aid and carry out military operations. Over 70,000 Palestinians have been killed, including, journalists, health workers, and educators.  

In the West Bank, Palestinians continue to face ethnic cleansing and apartheid. The Israeli government shows no sign of ending its illegal occupation of Palestinian territory. Settlement expansion and annexation aim to obstruct the possibility of a viable, contiguous Palestinian state.  

Palestinians’ right to self-determination must be respected. The so-called Board of Peace tasked with delivering UN Resolution 2803 has no legitimacy without Palestinian representation.  

The TUC supports genuine efforts towards a just, lasting and comprehensive peace that is consistent with international law, delivers a two-state solution, and is underpinned by respect for human rights, democracy and with equality for all.  

Take action 

Discuss with colleagues in your union branch what kind of action is best suited to your workplace and its circumstances. Take action in your own workplace and ensure all workers are treated respectfully. Some options are: 

• Take a photo with the downloadable placards and share collective statements of solidarity [placards:  End the occupation; Respect international law]
• Call for ethical investment and procurement that respects human and workers’ rights and international law
• Lunch-and-learn sessions: organise workplace discussions or virtual lunch-and-learn sessions about workers and human rights in Palestine.
• Email your MP in support of the trade union movement’s calls on the UK government to:
• Pressure the Israeli government to respect international law and end the illegal occupation
• Ban trade with the illegal settlements
• Suspends the UK-Israel trade agreement
• Ends all arms trade and military collaboration with Israel in line with international law
• Work to ensure that reconstruction in Gaza is Palestinian led, involves trade unions, and delivers decent work and quality public services.   

TUC General Council statements on Palestine, Israel and the Middle East 

• https://www.tuc.org.uk/news/tuc-general-council-statement-gaza-and-israel-29-05-24 
• https://www.tuc.org.uk/news/tuc-general-council-statement-gaza-and-israel