Community, GMB, UCATT and Unite members angry at plans to close Tata pension schemeRead more…
Keep it Co-op
The Co-op is not just another grey PLC with the usual disinterested shareholders. And those of us who love it don’t want it becoming just that. The Co-operative Group is owned by its members,…Read more…
UCATT welcomes Labour’s blacklisting pledge
Union also pleased to see crackdown on exploitation by gangmastersRead more…
Airport bosses blink first in equality dispute
Prospect welcomes HIAL saying it will make a formal offerRead more…
Len visits Wales to send the Tories packing
Unite general secretary campaigns for Labour in the PrincipalityRead more…
Remuneration revolution
The Labour Party will require employee representation on remuneration committees if they form the next government. It’s there, in the manifesto, on page 21. Despite some whispers that this policy might be dropped, because business lobbyists don’t …Read more…
Third Leg of ‘Grand Tour of Barnet Libraries’ kicks off Saturday 25 April 11 am Chipping Barnet Library
Share: Facebook Twitter Google Plus LinkedIn Third Leg of ‘Grand Tour of Barnet Libraries’ kicks off Saturday 25 April 11 am Chipping Barnet Library
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Bombs dropped in Greater London during the Blitz
This map and website is pretty amazing and frightening. It represents all the bombs dropped on London during the Blitz (7 October 1940 to 6 June 1941). Use Bombsite to find out the damage and location of bombs dropped in your locality if you live in Lo…Read more…
Labour: tackling climate change ‘an economic necessity’
Labour’s manifesto says tackling climate change is “an economic necessity … the most important thing we must do for our children, our grandchildren and future generations.” It plans for the green economy create a million additional green jobs through world leading investment in low carbon…Read more…
Rethink policies now plea
New research from the Nevin economic research institute (NERI) has confirmed the need for urgent action from the NI Executive parties. The research shows that Northern Ireland’s…Read more…
Ukip: Frauds NOT Friends
See below Unite’s latest film: Ukip: Frauds NOT Friends. TV and Radio presenter Terry Christian, a ‘middle aged white guy’ takes on Ukip. Terry says, “Instead of offering us a decent…Read more…
Employment rights and unions under fire
The last few years have put the work rights of ordinary people in the UK under real threat. We’ve seen cuts in maternity leave rights, slashed protection from unfair dismissals, and new up…Read more…
Tata pensions strike
Steel workers at Tata will be balloted for strike action in an attempt to save their pension scheme from being closed down by Tata Steel Europe. Steel unions today (Monday April 13) announced…Read more…
Changes To Convenor Constituencies From 20 April 2015
With effect from Monday 20th April the lead branch officer for your department may change. Should you need support & you don’t have a workplace representative to discuss your concerns with in the first instance then please contact the following. … Continue reading →Read more…
Willie comes back to haunt the Highlands (and Britain’s secret state)
REMEMBERING WILLIAM McRAE and raising questions about his death. Ex-policeman Donald Morrison (in blue) and campaigner Mark MacNicol by memorial cairn.
IT could make a strong episode of ‘New…Read more…
Why this election matters for wages
This election matters because Scotland and the UK needs a government that understands the importance of wages to individuals and the economy.
Since Cameron became Prime Minister the average wage is…Read more…
Brighton & Hove District Trades Union Council AGM 15 April 2015 King and Queen
Brighton and Hove District Trades Union Council
Annual General Meeting and 125th Anniversary
Wednesday 15th April 2015 7:30pm King and Queen Pub
Marlborough Place, Brighton, BN1 1UB
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Probation officers to ballot for action after 0% pay ‘offer’
UNISON describes employers’ situation as a “slap in the face”Read more…
It’s war! Tories ban unions from Big Society
Trade union activity is not included in Pickles’ volunteer planRead more…
USi welcomes new director
GLI’s Dave Spooner takes over the reins to take website to a new level of trade union campaigning and solidarityRead more…