Feb
7
Where next for Unite the Union?
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Since I left Unite, the trade union, my blogpost on the subject has become a place for people to exchange opinions about the merits. Some of these comments have been so negative that I’ve had to not publish them although others have been much more positive. Whilst I respect those that have had negative experiences [...]
Sep
19
An analysis from TUC of the words and issues given prominence by the two largest trade unions: Unite and Unison. What we can learn about the extent to which the media profile of trade unions reflects their real work and whether modern trade unionism is representing the most vulnerable workers in society.
Mar
1
Why I’ve left Unite the Union
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I left Unite the union this morning after 11 years membership. I made sure it was the first thing I did. I was appalled and angry to read the Mail on Sunday’s revelations about Derek Simpson’s frequent stays at the Waldorf. Appalled that someone who lectures others on corporate greed and excess could tell the [...]