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Battersea & Wandsworth Trades Union Council (est 1894) is S W London arm of the 200m strong global union movement. Meets 7pm 2nd Monday of month

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Poster for Durham Miners' Gala Fundraiser featuring Eddie Dempsey and The RMT Fishburn Band at Redhills, Durham on February 27th.

Poster for Durham Miners' Gala Fundraiser featuring Eddie Dempsey and The RMT Fishburn Band at Redhills, Durham on February 27th.

Durham Miners' Gala Fundraiser
Join RMT General Secretary, Eddie Dempsey and the RMT Fishburn Band
πŸ“… Friday, February 27, 2026
⏰ 6.30 pm
🎟️ Tickets πŸ”—
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/marras/2064884

13.02.2026 13:32 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Big respect and congratulations to Hollie Davidson, the first ever female referee in the six nations. She's had a brilliant game and hopefully she'll be called on for many more six nations games.
#IREvITA

14.02.2026 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1149    πŸ” 102    πŸ’¬ 24    πŸ“Œ 2
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🍻 Can you imaging a night out without bartenders, door staff, waiting staff...?
Yet this week in Liverpool industry leaders gathered to discuss the nighttime economy. Without the workers who make it run 🀯
Work in hospitality? Join Unite www.unitetheunion.org/campaigns/un...

14.02.2026 19:07 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A group of people seated around a large conference table in a modern meeting room with wooden paneling and a red RMT banner at the center.

A group of people seated around a large conference table in a modern meeting room with wooden paneling and a red RMT banner at the center.

Group of professionals seated around a conference table engaged in a formal meeting under modern ceiling lights.

Group of professionals seated around a conference table engaged in a formal meeting under modern ceiling lights.

RMT takes its Action Against Assaults campaign to the Scottish Parliament and calls for a new law to safeguard transport workers in Scotland against a sharp rise in assaults.

11.02.2026 14:14 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We stand in solidarity with UFCW members ✊

An open letter to President of the UFCW Milton Jones:

11.02.2026 11:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#HeartUnions Week – 9-15 February πŸ’œ

This week we'll shine a spotlight on why it pays to be in a union!

When workers stand together UNISON wins better pay, safer conditions and real job security. 🀝
#HeartUnions #HeartUNISON πŸ’œ

09.02.2026 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our General Secretary Mike Clancy was on the BBC's Politics Live this afternoon to discuss the Employment Rights Act.

Watch a clip from the interview here:

10.02.2026 15:15 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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This week is #HeartUnions Week🧑

By campaigning together GMB members make work better πŸ‘

Join our union πŸ‘‰ gmb.org.uk/join-gmb

09.02.2026 09:27 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Pls share & support our Apprenticeship Charter:
βš–οΈ Fair treatment & respect
πŸ“ Pay & full employment rights
πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Quality training & development
⚠️ Health, safety & welfare
πŸ’‘Progression & future opportunities
πŸ’¬ Voice & representation
🀝 Clear apprentice responsibilities
#NationalApprenticeshipWeek

11.02.2026 16:14 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hearts Union Week | BWTUC Join a union and β€˜dont miss the boat” on new employment rights coming into force from 18 february urges bwtuc photocall as part β€œhearts union” week

bwtuc.org.uk/news/hearts-union-week Battersea Power Station Pier Friday 13 February photocall on new employment rights

11.02.2026 19:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

3 months to go...

Be a part of #London #MayDay, Monday 4 May 2026.

This year’s theme is β€˜Workers Make History’, celebrating 100 years since the 1926 General Strike.

RSVP πŸ‘‰http://bit.ly/LDNMayDayRSVP

All out on Monday 4 May 2026. Turn London red 🌹

07.02.2026 17:40 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 3

BREAKING 🚨: ASDA plan to outsource George clothing delivery - risking 1200 jobs πŸš›

20.01.2026 15:08 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Amazon slashing 16,000 jobs shows the company for what it is.

They cannot be trusted to do right by working people.

Now is the time for decision makers to see them as what they are.

28.01.2026 12:11 β€” πŸ‘ 21    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

BREAKING 🚨: More than 600 workers in Barnsley NHS start industrial action ballot after fire and rehire threat πŸ™…

The trust wants to impose new contracts on staff - including nurses - to:

β˜• stop paid breaks
πŸ’· increase shift length without pay rises

28.01.2026 16:59 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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RMT welcomes rail companies brought under GBR from Sunday RMT welcomes London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services being brought under Great British Railways on Sunday but insisted outsourced workers must not be left behind.

RMT welcomes rail companies brought under GBR from Sunday

RMT welcomed London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services being brought under Great British Railways on Sunday but insisted outsourced workers must not be left behind.
https://rmtunion.org/4q3m7o9

31.01.2026 08:38 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICYMI the latest episode of The Evolution of Horror podcast has me and @mikemuncer.bsky.social covering Akira (1988) and Perfect Blue (1997) as part of the Man-Made Monsters season. LOVED this chat with Mike about two of my favourite ever anime movies. What an honour πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ 🎞️

31.01.2026 12:08 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 1
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β€œThis is the second time in less than two years that this government has denied 50s-born women the pension justice they are rightfully owed.
It is a disgraceful decision. This government needs to reflect on its treatment of #WASPI women. and change course.”
πŸ“£ Comment if you agree with Monica

31.01.2026 18:35 β€” πŸ‘ 26    πŸ” 13    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 1
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February is LGBT+ History MonthΒ πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

This year's focus is 'Activism and Social Change' - it's an opportunity for each one of us to make a difference.

Find out more about unions and LGBT+ history
unsn.uk/3NQzVVW

01.02.2026 10:43 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

People will be outraged at bill rises when water infrastructure is collapsing around our ears.

The water companies say the increases will lead to billions of investment.

We need to see this delivered, or customers will demand money back.

29.01.2026 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Unite Construction ask you to support 1 day strike from 7.00am on Tuesday 27th Jan at 1 Victoria Street, near parliament Sq. across from the QE2 conference centre. Wolffkran Tower Cranes have refused members a pay rise For the past 3 years.

26.01.2026 19:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Two RMT members shaking hands in an office decorated with RMT union flags and posters on the walls.

Two RMT members shaking hands in an office decorated with RMT union flags and posters on the walls.

Two men in navy uniforms shaking hands in a hallway with bulletin boards and posters behind them.

Two men in navy uniforms shaking hands in a hallway with bulletin boards and posters behind them.

Two colleagues in office attire standing together in a workspace decorated with RMT union flags and office equipment.

Two colleagues in office attire standing together in a workspace decorated with RMT union flags and office equipment.

Billy Mullen from RMT Liverpool 5 Branch presenting loyal RMT members who work as Avanti Liverpool Train Managers with their RMT 10 year long-service awards. πŸ‘

22.01.2026 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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TfL goodwill payment to drivers affected by licensing delays a β€˜positive step’

We are pleased to see Transport for London has taken the positive step of introducing a Goodwill Payment Scheme for drivers impacted by licensing delays.

GMB continues to investigate avenues to claim compensation for our affected members.
www.gmblondon.org.uk/news/tfl-goo...

22.01.2026 13:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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GMB Union winning for members in Southampton

Β£1,333.98 finally recovered for unpaid work and second case - settlement of nearly Β£14,000 secured. This is another clear example of GMB standing up for working people, challenging unfair treatment, & delivering real results. Don’t wait - join GMB today

22.01.2026 17:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Union condemns continued docking of staff pay following strike action at University of Sheffield The University and College Union (UCU) has today condemned the lockout and withholding of staff pay at the University of Sheffield following lawful industrial action

The University of Sheffield has stopped paying staff.

Not for striking but for refusing to work unpaid to make up for strike days they were already docked for.

This is punishment, not negotiation. And it’s completely reckless.

www.ucu.org.uk/article/1438...

22.01.2026 14:34 β€” πŸ‘ 74    πŸ” 78    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 3
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Morrisons pay offer update ⬇️

22.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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BREAKING: Transport Salaried Staffs Association suspends engagement with GMB officers, effectively derecognising the union.

We will not stop fighting for the welfare of our members and this is why ⬇️

22.01.2026 16:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Windrush line strike action over pay and conditions next month RMT members working on the Windrush line will take strike action in February after their employer refused to make a decent pay offer.

Windrush line strike action over pay and conditions next month

RMT members working on the Windrush line will take strike action in February after their employer refused to make a decent pay offer.
rmtunion.org/4r3IAT2

23.01.2026 09:19 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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⏰ You have until 4pm today (23 January) to submit your nominations for UNISON's #LocalServiceChampions Awards. So don’t miss out, get involved and celebrate local government workers for the everyday heroes they are ➑️ unsn.uk/49oEcYV

23.01.2026 09:30 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Unite Construction ask you to support 1 day strike from 7.00am on Tuesday 27th Jan at 1 Victoria Street, near parliament Sq. across from the QE2 conference centre. Wolffkran Tower Cranes have refused members a pay rise For the past 3 years.

23.01.2026 09:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On this day in 1855 Eleanor Marx, a co-founder of our union, was born.

She was at the forefront of the fight for the 8 hour working day and consistently fought for justice & equality.

Today we celebrate all her achievements πŸ‘

16.01.2026 09:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1045    πŸ” 273    πŸ’¬ 8    πŸ“Œ 8

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