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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 2d

Read more from San on the importance of #BlackHistoryMonth here.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 2d

With black people and those from ethnic minority backgrounds facing increased hostility in their daily lives, celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth is more important now than ever.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 9d

ASLEF members have been at Labour Party Conference all week.

Here are three big wins they've achieved. #Lab25

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 10d

📢 Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announces the next four train operators that will enter public ownership:

1️⃣ West Midlands
2️⃣ Govia Thameslink
3️⃣ Chiltern
4️⃣ Great Western

We've worked closely with Labour in opposition and in government to ensure our railways serve passengers, not profit. #Lab25

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 11d

'the appalling, horrific genocide that is taking place against the people of Palestine at the hands of the Israeli government.'

ASLEF's Marz Colombini seconds the motion at #Lab25:

🔴 End arm sales to Israel
🔴 Sanctions
🔴 Ban trade w/ illegal settlements
🔴 Full access to aid

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 14d

This week Hull Trains celebrates 25 years in operation.

But for some reason it’s not shouting about health and safety experts naming it 2025’s Worst Employer of the Year.

Congratulations to managing director Stuart Jones on winning the big one! 🏆

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 14d

ASLEF members on Hull Trains are once again on strike today in defence of our colleague who was sacked for raising a safety concern.

We want to sort this out ASAP – but the company won't meet with us. #HullTrainsStrike

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 17d

The ASLEF Executive Committee will nominate @lucympowell.bsky.social for Deputy Leader of the Labour Party.

Lucy gave encouraging answers to our questions on party democracy, how she would work with trade unions and how she would ensure members’ voices are heard within the party and in government.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · 29d

This Saturday ASLEF is proud to stand together with trade unionists from across the UK to #StopTommyRobinson.

Join us and #StandUpToRacism as we march against fascism.

📆 Saturday 13th September
⏰ 11:30
📍 Corner of Russell Sq & Southampton Row

Image shows detail of a demonstration. Text reads: 'March Against Fascism - Trade Union Bloc. Saturday 13 September, 11.30am. Southern corner of Russell Square & Southampton Row'.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 10

Suicides on the railway can have serious psychological effects on train drivers, as new DfT analysis shows.

Some even have to leave our profession altogether.

This #SuicidePreventionDay, you're not alone. If you're struggling, please contact Samaritans on 116 123 for support.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 10

Suicides on the railway can have serious psychological effects on train drivers, as new @transportgovuk analysis shows.

Some even have to leave our profession altogether.

This #SuicidePreventionDay, you're not alone. If you're struggling, please contact @samaritans on 116 123 for support.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 9

Young workers turn up. It's time to turn up for young workers.

#TUC2025

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 8

NEW: the labour movement has backed ASLEF's campaign for #DignityForDrivers.

It's time for every train driver to have access to a toilet.

Thank you to our siblings in Unite for seconding our motion at #TUC2025

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 5

Angela Rayner has helped deliver the biggest uplift in workers' rights in a generation.

Image of a quote from ASLEF General Secretary Mick Whelan that says:
'It has been a great honour to work closely with a genuine working-class trade unionist on the Employment Rights Bill.
I want to take this opportunity to thank Angela Rayner for her all her work to deliver the biggest uplift in workers’ rights in a generation.
I know we will continue to work together to ensure this legislation delivers for all working people.'

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 4

Announcing strike action on CrossCountry trains, ASLEF General Secretary Mick Whelan said:

'Passengers need to know it’s the result of bad managers, acting in bad faith, that they will not be able to travel as and when they would wish.'

👉 buff.ly/q9h3cd1

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 4

🚨 NEW: Train drivers on CrossCountry will strike on Friday 3rd October.

ASLEF members will also withdraw from all non-contractual overtime from 21st September until further notice.

Drivers were left with no choice after the company's persistent refusal to adhere to negotiated agreements.

Image shows ASLEF General Secretary Mick Whelan speaking at a rally. Text reads: 'When we make agreements, we stick by them. This company doesn't.' – Mick Whelan, General Secretary

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 1

ASLEF District 6 members out on the picket line today supporting striking @pcsunion.bsky.social members at the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government.

MHCLG civil servants are taking action over office closures, attendance polices & recruitment. It's time for ministry bosses to listen.

PCS and ASLEF union members stand on a picket line outside Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government offices in Birmingham. Workers are holding a banner that says 'Support PCS strikers: save our offices'.

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ASLEF @aslefunion.bsky.social · Sep 1

📢 NEW: Train drivers have secured an end to peak time rail fares in Scotland – saving passengers money.

Great to see Transport Minister @fionahyslop.bsky.social spreading the word alongside ASLEF members this morning.