Posted on July 21st, 2009 by Lizzie
The result of the ballot for industrial action was as follows:
76% for industrial action
23% against industrial action
1% spoilt papers and adjustments to 100%
84% for industrial action short of a strike
15% against industrial action short of a strike
1% spoilt papers and adjustments to 100%
Eleventh hour negotiations have taken place and, following consultation with the branch executive [...]
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Posted on July 21st, 2009 by Sam
Following on from my last post, on saturday 15th August, Trade Unionists, Polictical Activists, and anti-fascism campaigners from across the country to demonstrate at the Fascist BNPs annual “Red, White & Blue” Festival, which is being held just outside the small market town of Codnor in Derbyshire – close to junction 26 & 27 of [...]
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Posted on July 21st, 2009 by Sam
From conversations i’ve had over the last few weeks with various people, both Trade Unionists, and None-Trade Unionists, there appears to be a widespread belief that because the main election season is over for the year (Sorry Norwich, i know its your by-election this week, but you just don’t cut the mustard - the only [...]
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Posted on July 13th, 2009 by Lizzie
English Heritage are planning to introduce a new pay structure which will hit EH’s poorest and most vulnerable workers, whilst rewarding those at the top.
The proposed changes include an end to the weekend working allowance. A number of our members are lone parents already finding it a real struggle to survive. Members rely on this allowance and are [...]
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Posted on July 1st, 2009 by Robert
Admittedly this news article doesn’t have a huge amount to do with organising but I think it demonstrates that with a little bit of effort you really can influence people.
http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/2009/07/01/the-shorts-and-short-sleeves-answer-to-the-heatwave-according-to-the-tuc-91466-24038294/
Despite being told I’ve got skinny pale legs, my concerted short wearing in the office has paid off and now everyone thinks it is a good idea!
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