A good local rep is the union equivalent of gold dust – but beware the risks of burnout. CONTINUE READING
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UnionDays – It’s here!
Union structures can be horizontal or vertical, but culture transcends both. CONTINUE READING
What’s branding got to do with it…..
As the RCM unveils a smart new look, we signpost the background into union/branding love-ins. CONTINUE READING
Players cannot be innocent victims in ESL debacle
The “European Super League” debacle has, as my 17 year old observed, united the country in a quite spectacular and impressive way. However, some strands of the debate don’t have universal support. Take the possibility, before the ESL project self-destructed, of players from the so-called “Greedy 6” being barred from playing for their country. Gary… CONTINUE READING
“They’re coming….” The true story of 1985’s March Against Apartheid
In November 1985, over 100,000 people took to the streets of London to “March Against Apartheid.” Here’s the story of the day – and the story behind the story. CONTINUE READING
Bakers’ union leader Sarah Woolley breaks glass ceiling
In this episode: New Bakers’ union leader Sarah Woolley, Key Workers in Vogue, Trouble brewing at BA, BT. CONTINUE READING
Unions in Vogue
Union members and reps are amongst the key workers featured by British Vogue. This is why it matters. CONTINUE READING
NEW UnionDues podcast
What it’s like to be a senior civil servant during Covid, union membership stats, a new survey of union reps, beefing up Employment Tribunals, and much more. CONTINUE READING
What’s Happened To Make You Think This Month?
A look back over May’s blogs and podcasts, and a look forward to the month ahead. CONTINUE READING
NEW PODCAST Why We Organise – plus A Roadmap For Recovery
Unions Aren’t Back – We Never Went Away CONTINUE READING
