4 day working weeks are in vogue. But despite obvious attractions, they are a long way from being a panacea or truly widely available. CONTINUE READING
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Someone tell the boss: Management-by-fear is so yesteryear
The rule-by-fear playbook has been rendered obsolete. A rude awakening beckons for those who missed that memo. CONTINUE READING
Matt Hancock to win “I’m a Celeb”? (updated)
Matt Hancock could well win I’m a Celeb….here’s why. CONTINUE READING
The perils of outsourcing (or “Be careful what you wish for.”)
In my experience, cost trumps expertise almost every time. I mean you wouldn’t outsource things if it was more cost-effective to provide them in-house would you? Accompanies Episode 4 of UnionDays. Listen at bit.ly/UnionDays4 CONTINUE READING
UnionDays episode 3 – the scourge of unsafe work
When computer working practices left employees crippled, it took union action to secure necessary change. Here’s the inside story. Accompanies the podcast which can be accessed at bit.ly/UnionDays3 CONTINUE READING
UnionDays episode 2 – From Fringe Bodies to Weapons of Doom
A good local rep is the union equivalent of gold dust – but beware the risks of burnout. CONTINUE READING
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
