Off message. On Sunday, Gill and I took a train from Wanstead Park (Forest Gate). Changed at Blackhorse Road for Victoria line then one stop until Tottenham Hale. A 10 minute walk from station to River Lea. Then simply go North along the wa…Read more…
Don’t be fooled. The West is not a lesser evil.
Contrary to what you might think from watching the television news or listening to the UK government, Ukraine in 2021 is neither Belgium in 1914 nor Poland in 1939. Nothing like a bit of a scare to distract attention from problems at home…I don’t often…Read more…
It’s time to halt NHS staff exodus with game-changing pay rise, say health unions
Many are actively seeking alternative employment and others are seriously considering a job move.
The article It’s time to halt NHS staff exodus with game-changing pay rise, say health unions…Read more…
inUNISON – Beating the bullies
Check out this post in the new website inUNISON “by members for members” sign posting a great guide by UNISON on standing up to bullies and harassment in the workplace.
by Carol Jones 1 minute read”Supporting members in the workplace …Read more…
Harrow Clarion Cycling Club 1954
The following is an extract from an account of a ride by Harrow
Clarion Cycle Club which appeared in a 1954 edition of the Daily Worker, it may
well rekindle for some memories of what many,…Read more…
Out & about in West Ham and Canning Town
This morning I was out campaigning for Labour in West Ham Ward with my fellow Councillors John & Charlene, Party activists and a young pioneer!
The canvass went really well and I met a number of residents who I have advocated for over the ye…Read more…
Speech at London Rally – Sheikh Jarrah Palestine January 22nd
Comrades and friends Tony Burke, Labour & Palestine and Unite I am here to express on behalf of Labour Palestine and Unite our solidarity with the Palestine and the people of Sheikh Jarrah. We…Read more…
Yet more disasters by the UNISON NEC Far Left extremists – “Our union is at a crossroads”
It is no secret that we have now had disastrous ballot results for pay claims in Health and Local Government. The blame for which must lie squarely with the new UNISON NEC who decided to wage a civil war in the union as well as trying to sack our newly…Read more…
British Volt factory welcomed
Unite has welcomed news that British Volts’ Northumberland gigafactory will go ahead. The British Volt factory, being built on the site of the former Blyth power station, is great news for the region…Read more…
‘Pay Scunthorpe scaffolders rate for the job’
Campaigners will stage protests at four Actavo sites across England, Scotland and Ireland to demand that Actavo pays scaffolders the rate for the job. The scaffolders employed by Actavo at British…Read more…
The fight for a greener and cleaner steel
As one of the biggest industrial carbon emitters in the UK, the steel industry faces challenges which threaten jobs. Community reps lead the campaign for a just transition to adapt and upskill their…Read more…
West Ham Ward ASB Action Day (and Italian Street Food)
This evening I went with Newham Council funded Met Police and Council Enforcement officers for a “walkabout” in West Ham ward, which I represent as a Councillor. Yesterday and today were ASB “Action Days” in West Ham and Stratford. Local ward Cou…Read more…
Fight against police bill carries on
Government plans to shut down peaceful protest and intimidate trade unionists through restrictions on picketing were dealt a severe blow this week by the House of Lords. The authoritarian measures,…Read more…
Employers must not let their guard down, says UNISON
Even as COVID restrictions loosen, health and safety legislation must still be followed and risks to employees minimised
The article Employers must not let their guard down, says UNISON first…Read more…
Search engine optimisation (SEO) for trade unions
We’re getting a bit techy with our latest report. It’s an introduction to Search engine optimisation (SEO to its friends). This covers a range of concepts around content strategy and…Read more…
Lack of lateral flow tests in schools putting staff and children at risk, says UNISON
Schools and nurseries up and down the country have been struggling with high absence rates, and a poor supply of tests only makes things worse.
The article Lack of lateral flow tests in schools…Read more…
Review: Kronstadt, 1921, by Paul Avrich
It’s been a half century since Paul Avrich’s definitive history of the Kronstadt mutiny first appeared — and a full century since the revolt itself. Others have written about how…Read more…
Love UNISON: Housing Associations branch nominate Lola Oyewusi & John Gray for London Community SGE seats
I was really pleased this evening to be nominated unanimously by our branch committee to stand in the UNISON Community Service Group Executive 2022 elections for London alongside my fellow activist Lola Oyewusi.
“Community” is the part of …Read more…
The gas price crisis is a systemic problem, which needs systemic solutions
As gas prices soar this winter, millions are being forced to choose between eating and heating. The TUC is calling for emergency measures and structural solutions to protect working people.Read more…
‘Incredible bravery’
The Regina Coeli House — the only all-female accommodation in Northern Ireland supporting those battling addiction, mental ill health, homelessness and abuse — has been a beacon of hope…Read more…