Why do so many men think looking at porn in works time on work equipment is ok? (Are they possibly searching for tractors?) Accompanies UnionDays episode 7 bit.ly/UnionDays7 CONTINUE READING
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The Great Post Office Scandal – role of postmasters’ union gives cause for concern
As the public enquiry into the Horizon IT scandal gears up, what was the role played by the National Federation of sub-Postmasters, the Fed, in the mass prosecution and conviction of its own members for fraud and theft that they were entirely innocent of. CONTINUE READING
Uber – cultural change or blatant deceit? With James Farrar
Despite a victory in the UK Supreme Court and the landmark GMB deal, the ADCU union leader is sceptical about Uber’s intentions. CONTINUE READING
GMB/Uber deal – how did it happen, what does it mean?
In this special episode, Simon chats with GMB National Organiser Martin Smith on his union’s ground-breaking deal with Uber.
A candid conversation about the opportunities and challenges of organising in a company known for its hostility to unions puts the deal in economic and historical context – and nothing is off-limits. CONTINUE READING
Working safely with Covid 19, Uber rebuffed, and other issues
A new guide to working safely with Covid 19 and the fall out from Uber’s defeat in the Supreme Court. CONTINUE READING
California’s Proposition 22 – Is the UK next?
Uber, Lyft et al spent US$200m to get employment rights to suit their business model. Could it happen here? CONTINUE READING
Why Deliveroo Fails Its Riders – And The Rest Of Us Too
The train of appropriate regulation of this economic space has left the station and gathering speed. Deliveroo either needs to buy a ticket or get left behind. CONTINUE READING
Property Prices, Uber Drivers: Real News Or Two Twists Of Reality?
Facts: Falling house prices have a good side and Uber drivers are not employees. CONTINUE READING
Say Sorry Like You Mean It
Without the employee voice, usually expressed through trade unions, being front and centre, corporate apologies are unlikely to be meaningful. CONTINUE READING
