StrikeMap is a slam-dunk success and well on the way to becoming a labour movement institution. This is the companion blog for the UnionDues podcast gives you background, links and signposting. CONTINUE READING
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Tackling sexual harassment
Sexual Harassment is in the news, and that in itself is bad news. The latest UnionDues podcast looks at union activity in this area, guided by a new LRD publication CONTINUE READING
We can’t go on meeting like this….
Union conferences cost a small fortune to organise. It is an overwhelming imperative to get best value for what is spent. Accompanies the latest Union Days podcast. CONTINUE READING
Exposed: the secret art of union negotiators
Companion blog for the new UnionDays podcast. Listen at bit.ly/UnionDays CONTINUE READING
Why won’t the government negotiate?
The audio of my discussion on NHS strikes with Anjana Gadgil on the BBC News channel. Top of the agenda – why won’t the government negotiate and will anything persuade them otherwise? CONTINUE READING
Wrong time, wrong bill. Anti-strike legislation won’t help make Britain work.
Britain isn’t working and the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill won’t help. Here’s why. CONTINUE READING
Updated: Possible new anti-strike laws: What are they? Will they work?
Government is gearing up for more strike restrictions when only negotiation can resolve the impasse CONTINUE READING
Strikes and how to solve them – part 3
Talking strikes and how to solve them with @rickedwards1 on the @bbc5live breakfast show this morning. CONTINUE READING
Strikes and how to solve them – part 2
Here’s the audio of my interview with Ben Brown on the BBC TV News Channel this morning. CONTINUE READING
Shock news: Union “bogeymen” do not exist
Strikes don’t happen by accident or neglect. Here’s what you need to know. CONTINUE READING
