@cwunews.bsky.social
The trade union for Postal, Telecoms, and Tech workers. www.cwu.org
One for our young members (30 & under!) 👇
Want to get more involved in the union? Join us at the CWU Young Workers Conference in Manchester - a great way to share ideas, shape policy & meet other young members.
Pop us an email at cwuyoungworkers@cwu.org to register or find out more :)
Introducing … The Working Class United 🖤🤍
The new CWU anti-racism shirt - a two tone classic.
All profits to Show Racism the Red Card and Fans Supporting Foodbanks.
Let’s get this on every terrace in the country.
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🎙️ Now available: Podcast edition of this week's episode of CWU LIVE
www.cwu.org/podcast/here...
📺 This week’s CWU Live: Inside Labour Conference and why it matters to CWU members - watch now:
www.youtube.com/live/vgqslqs...
Update for CWU Members - Rebuilding Royal Mail. Swipe for further details.
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Britain needs real change, and the CWU is setting out the challenge at this year's Labour conference. Read what's been happening so far 👇
www.cwu.org/news/cwu-lea...
We are currently recruiting for an IT Support Technician here at the CWU. Interested? Job advert and further information can be found here: cwu.org/work-for-us/
Deadline: 15th October 2025
Join your fellow members in calling on Santander to STOP offshoring, keep jobs in the UK, and use new technology to enhance workers’ roles.
It'll take just a few seconds to sign and could make a massive difference to your colleagues 👇
cwu.eaction.org.uk/cwuadvancepe...
Moderators face one of the most psychologically damaging jobs on the internet to keep the public safe, yet TikTok wants to offshore the roles, despite making BILLIONS.
We rallied outside TikTok HQ to show that our @utaw.tech members aren’t going anywhere.
www.youtube.com/shorts/oJl172PqRXI
Final written round-up of TUC Congress 2025! Our highlights from the last day 👇
www.cwu.org/news/tuc-202...
🗞️ Catch up with our daily round-ups on everything happening at TUC Congress 2025.
👉 Read the latest highlights, key debates, and updates here:
Sunday & Monday: www.cwu.org/news/tuc-202...
Tuesday: www.cwu.org/news/tuc-202...
🎧 NEW PODCAST: Prostate cancer awareness starts with a conversation. Hear our member Gary Buss’ story and why early checks save lives.
www.cwu.org/podcast/pros...
Just days after promising job security, Capita has announced 150 redundancies of workers on the VM02 contract. We’re demanding urgent action to protect members and challenge this appalling decision.
www.cwu.org/news/vm02-ca...
Union busting won’t win. TikTok has launched mass redundancies right in the middle of a CWU/UTAW recognition campaign. We’re calling out these cynical tactics and backing moderators all the way. The right to unionise will not be denied.
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Join us at 5pm as we shine a light on areas you don’t hear about every day: Wincanton, Isle of Man Post & Jersey Post.
We'll sit down with Steve Halliwell, CWU Postal Executive Council member, for an in-depth look at these workplaces and why every member matters.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELXo...
🔥 NEW: Podcast edition of last week’s CWU Live - We speak to Jamie McGovern, CWU Health & Safety Policy Assistant, about the real risks of working in extreme heat, the union’s ongoing work to protect workers, and practical tips to stay safe.
Listen now 👇
www.cwu.org/podcast/its-...
Our Telecoms & Financial Services Executive have launched The Shorter Working Week campaign - aiming to win a meaningful reduction in working hours with no loss of pay across all T&FS sectors.
🎧 Hear more in the podcast edition of last week’s CWU Live:
www.cwu.org/podcast/its-...
ROYAL MAIL GROUP PAY DEAL - A MESSAGE FROM MARTIN WALSH 👇
06.08.2025 11:05 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0NEW CWU LIVE PODCAST: RMG Pay Ballot Special - GS Dave Ward & Deputy GS (Postal) Martin Walsh answer YOUR questions.
No dodging - every question was submitted by members and is listed in the official running order: www.cwu.org/cwulive-runningorder/
Listen here:
www.cwu.org/podcast/roya...
The Postal Executive has agreed the following timetable for the forthcoming ballot on Royal Mail Group Pay:
Ballot Opens - 6th August
Ballot Closes - 26th August
The CWU recommends that members vote YES.
🎧 NEW PODCAST: Last night's CWU Live is now available in podcast form. We’re talking the future of the Post Office following a major government review. What does it all mean for workers and the public? Listen now on Spotify, Soundcloud, or via our website 👇
www.cwu.org/podcast/the-...
Royal Mail Group members - Ballot Timetable & USO Update 👇
18.07.2025 12:20 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
CWU Young Workers (and all who are interested!) - a reminder to check out tonight's webinar at 6pm.
🔗 Register here: cwu-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Today, the media has reported widely on the government's green paper on the Post Office's future, and we've made sure to have our say 👇
14.07.2025 15:18 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🎧 Podcast: Royal Mail Group Agreement - Your Questions Answered
Missed last night’s CWU Live? Catch up now on Spotify, Soundcloud, or our website.
www.cwu.org/podcast/roya...
Join us live at 5pm for a Q&A with Martin Walsh (Deputy GS, Postal) and Chris Webb (Head of Comms) as they break down the recent Royal Mail Group agreement and what it means for members.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIZT...
Ofcom Announcement on Royal Mail USO: Union Response 👇
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Behind every stitch is a union worker. 🧵
04.07.2025 12:16 — 👍 54 🔁 8 💬 1 📌 0We're backing No Sweat ( @nosweatuk.bsky.social ) and their crowdfunder to grow their union-made T-shirt project - supporting garment workers and fighting sweatshop labour.
Donate, or grab a T-shirt or tote and show your solidarity ✊
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/no-sweat-f...
🎧 Podcast edition of CWU Live now available! It's Dog Awareness Week and we're highlighting the risks that postal workers face from dog attacks and discussing the issue with Jamie McGovern (CWU Health & Safety).
www.cwu.org/podcast/post...
