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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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Wandsworth trade unions which represent over 25,000 local working people. See local historian Shaun Creighton & our archives & learn about the trade union giants who shaped our working world & society.
www.bwtuc.org.uk
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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 👏
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 👏
January 16, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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 👏
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 👏
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RMT secures inflation proof pay deal on Network Rail
Rail union RMT, has won an RPI inflation pay rise with a guarantee of no compulsory redundancies for its members on Network Rail.
rmtunion.org/4pLS6t4
Rail union RMT, has won an RPI inflation pay rise with a guarantee of no compulsory redundancies for its members on Network Rail.
rmtunion.org/4pLS6t4
RMT secures inflation proof pay deal on Network Rail
Rail union RMT, has won an RPI inflation pay rise with a guarantee of no compulsory redundancies for its members on Network Rail.
rmtunion.org
January 16, 2026 at 9:49 AM
RMT secures inflation proof pay deal on Network Rail
Rail union RMT, has won an RPI inflation pay rise with a guarantee of no compulsory redundancies for its members on Network Rail.
rmtunion.org/4pLS6t4
Rail union RMT, has won an RPI inflation pay rise with a guarantee of no compulsory redundancies for its members on Network Rail.
rmtunion.org/4pLS6t4
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8 in 10 parents trust education staff on AI as unions set out roadmap unsn.uk/4qVB902
New polling reveals a majority of parents back unions’ urgent call to make education staff central at every stage of AI adoption in education
New polling reveals a majority of parents back unions’ urgent call to make education staff central at every stage of AI adoption in education
8 in 10 parents trust education staff on AI as unions set out roadmap – TUC
New polling reveals that a majority of parents back unions’ urgent call to make education staff central at every stage of AI adoption in education - to deliver the best outcomes for children and…
unsn.uk
January 16, 2026 at 10:09 AM
8 in 10 parents trust education staff on AI as unions set out roadmap unsn.uk/4qVB902
New polling reveals a majority of parents back unions’ urgent call to make education staff central at every stage of AI adoption in education
New polling reveals a majority of parents back unions’ urgent call to make education staff central at every stage of AI adoption in education
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Cancer survivor wins unfair dismissal appeal against Ofsted in case backed by UNISON unsn.uk/3LAFC9q
"The judgment sends a clear message that employers need to support cancer survivors properly when they return to work." Christina McAnea, UNISON
"The judgment sends a clear message that employers need to support cancer survivors properly when they return to work." Christina McAnea, UNISON
Cancer survivor wins unfair dismissal appeal against Ofsted
Rupi Phullar was dismissed from her job as an Ofsted inspector five months after a cancer diagnosis.
unsn.uk
January 15, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Cancer survivor wins unfair dismissal appeal against Ofsted in case backed by UNISON unsn.uk/3LAFC9q
"The judgment sends a clear message that employers need to support cancer survivors properly when they return to work." Christina McAnea, UNISON
"The judgment sends a clear message that employers need to support cancer survivors properly when they return to work." Christina McAnea, UNISON
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Despite the rubbish in the streets and a year without recycling collections Birmingham residents stand behind bin workers facing a devastating loss of up to £8k a year.
📤 Join them and tell @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social to negotiate and end to the strike now
actionnetwork.org/campaigns/bi...
📤 Join them and tell @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social to negotiate and end to the strike now
actionnetwork.org/campaigns/bi...
January 15, 2026 at 10:38 AM
Despite the rubbish in the streets and a year without recycling collections Birmingham residents stand behind bin workers facing a devastating loss of up to £8k a year.
📤 Join them and tell @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social to negotiate and end to the strike now
actionnetwork.org/campaigns/bi...
📤 Join them and tell @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social to negotiate and end to the strike now
actionnetwork.org/campaigns/bi...
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Work for PCS! We have several vacancies for industrial officers, based at various locations in England, Scotland and Wales.
The deadline for applications is 26 January.
More details and application form on the website - www.pcs.org.uk/work-pcs
The deadline for applications is 26 January.
More details and application form on the website - www.pcs.org.uk/work-pcs
January 12, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Work for PCS! We have several vacancies for industrial officers, based at various locations in England, Scotland and Wales.
The deadline for applications is 26 January.
More details and application form on the website - www.pcs.org.uk/work-pcs
The deadline for applications is 26 January.
More details and application form on the website - www.pcs.org.uk/work-pcs
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FBU long campaign for sex-segregated changing facilities also relevant. Essentially, shared unisex facilities are less safe & more intimidating/uncomfortable for women than for men
December 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM
FBU long campaign for sex-segregated changing facilities also relevant. Essentially, shared unisex facilities are less safe & more intimidating/uncomfortable for women than for men
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Firefighters are proud of the work they do to protect our communities.
In 2026, FBU members will stand firm in the fight against cuts to the fire service.
In 2026, FBU members will stand firm in the fight against cuts to the fire service.
December 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Firefighters are proud of the work they do to protect our communities.
In 2026, FBU members will stand firm in the fight against cuts to the fire service.
In 2026, FBU members will stand firm in the fight against cuts to the fire service.
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🚨 NEW | Firefighters will fight cuts to the fire service in 2026.
FBU general secretary Steve Wright said: “If necessary, we will take industrial action to stop the further erosion of public safety, and to win the funding and investment we need. Cuts kill. The FBU will fight every single one.”
FBU general secretary Steve Wright said: “If necessary, we will take industrial action to stop the further erosion of public safety, and to win the funding and investment we need. Cuts kill. The FBU will fight every single one.”
Firefighters threaten nationwide strike over job cuts
With a spending squeeze threatening 42 jobs and five fire stations in Oxfordshire, the Fire Brigades Union is warning that it is ready to strike across the UK
inews.co.uk
December 31, 2025 at 12:19 PM
🚨 NEW | Firefighters will fight cuts to the fire service in 2026.
FBU general secretary Steve Wright said: “If necessary, we will take industrial action to stop the further erosion of public safety, and to win the funding and investment we need. Cuts kill. The FBU will fight every single one.”
FBU general secretary Steve Wright said: “If necessary, we will take industrial action to stop the further erosion of public safety, and to win the funding and investment we need. Cuts kill. The FBU will fight every single one.”
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Charity Commission to investigate 'governance and management' at mining museum where around 40 staff members are on strike over a pay dispute.
Charity Commission to investigate 'governance and management' at mining museum
The Charity Commission has launched a review of “governance and management” at the National Coal Mining Museum.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Charity Commission to investigate 'governance and management' at mining museum where around 40 staff members are on strike over a pay dispute.
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🏆 Local government staff often don’t get the recognition they deserve. Let’s celebrate them in the #LocalServiceChampions Awards. If you know someone who goes that extra mile, nominate them now for the chance to win a gift card 👉 unsn.uk/champions
January 13, 2026 at 12:18 PM
🏆 Local government staff often don’t get the recognition they deserve. Let’s celebrate them in the #LocalServiceChampions Awards. If you know someone who goes that extra mile, nominate them now for the chance to win a gift card 👉 unsn.uk/champions
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UNISON launches its Year of Green Activity 🌱
Join us and take action for workers, communities and public services. The Year of Green Activity is about building momentum, creating spaces to connect, and to push for greener, fairer workplaces. ⬇️
unsn.uk/3NbnzY9
Join us and take action for workers, communities and public services. The Year of Green Activity is about building momentum, creating spaces to connect, and to push for greener, fairer workplaces. ⬇️
unsn.uk/3NbnzY9
January 13, 2026 at 4:09 PM
UNISON launches its Year of Green Activity 🌱
Join us and take action for workers, communities and public services. The Year of Green Activity is about building momentum, creating spaces to connect, and to push for greener, fairer workplaces. ⬇️
unsn.uk/3NbnzY9
Join us and take action for workers, communities and public services. The Year of Green Activity is about building momentum, creating spaces to connect, and to push for greener, fairer workplaces. ⬇️
unsn.uk/3NbnzY9
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Are you a future leader in healthcare? UNISON is looking for healthcare students to join our exciting Future Health Leaders programme. You'll learn new skills, build a network for the future and make a difference.
Apply before 30 January 2026 unsn.uk/future-leaders
Apply before 30 January 2026 unsn.uk/future-leaders
January 13, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Are you a future leader in healthcare? UNISON is looking for healthcare students to join our exciting Future Health Leaders programme. You'll learn new skills, build a network for the future and make a difference.
Apply before 30 January 2026 unsn.uk/future-leaders
Apply before 30 January 2026 unsn.uk/future-leaders
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We’re deeply frustrated that the government has missed its own deadline to appoint a Freelance Champion. Freelancers power the UK’s creative industries yet once again their voices risk being sidelined. We need action, not delay. Freelancers deserve proper representation now. bit.ly/49xAVVM
UK Unions Criticize Government Over Freelance Champion Delay
Bectu has criticized Lisa Nandy and the UK goverment for not appointing a Freelance Champion before Christmas in 2025.
bit.ly
January 12, 2026 at 5:09 PM
We’re deeply frustrated that the government has missed its own deadline to appoint a Freelance Champion. Freelancers power the UK’s creative industries yet once again their voices risk being sidelined. We need action, not delay. Freelancers deserve proper representation now. bit.ly/49xAVVM
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£3.6 million - that’s how much we won for our members with personal injury claims in 2025. And the best part is they kept every penny.
If you think you have a claim, visit unionline.co.uk or call 0300 333 0303 today.
If you think you have a claim, visit unionline.co.uk or call 0300 333 0303 today.
January 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM
£3.6 million - that’s how much we won for our members with personal injury claims in 2025. And the best part is they kept every penny.
If you think you have a claim, visit unionline.co.uk or call 0300 333 0303 today.
If you think you have a claim, visit unionline.co.uk or call 0300 333 0303 today.
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The wind and rain won't deter our striking members at the Shell Bacton Gas Terminal. They're as determined as ever to tell their employer, Altrad, to shell out for fair wages.
January 13, 2026 at 10:23 AM
The wind and rain won't deter our striking members at the Shell Bacton Gas Terminal. They're as determined as ever to tell their employer, Altrad, to shell out for fair wages.
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🐀 When someone on £1,200 a day accuses bin workers of demanding 'huge sums of money' we smell a rat! And that's not just from all the rubbish @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social has let pile up over the last year
January 13, 2026 at 3:06 PM
🐀 When someone on £1,200 a day accuses bin workers of demanding 'huge sums of money' we smell a rat! And that's not just from all the rubbish @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social has let pile up over the last year
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🐀 When someone on £1,200 a day accuses bin workers of demanding 'huge sums of money' we smell a rat! And that's not just from all the rubbish @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social has let pile up over the last year
January 13, 2026 at 3:16 PM
🐀 When someone on £1,200 a day accuses bin workers of demanding 'huge sums of money' we smell a rat! And that's not just from all the rubbish @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social has let pile up over the last year
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📰 RMT blasts Sadiq Khan and TfL over decision to outsource Tube cleaning contract
https://www.mylondon.news/news/transport/rmt-blasts-sadiq-khan-tfl-33193825.amp
https://www.mylondon.news/news/transport/rmt-blasts-sadiq-khan-tfl-33193825.amp
RMT blasts Sadiq Khan and TfL over decision to outsource Tube cleaning contract
TfL has awarded a five-year cleaning contract to Mitie, but has committed to a pilot programme exploring how it can affordably take the service in-house
www.mylondon.news
January 9, 2026 at 8:09 AM
📰 RMT blasts Sadiq Khan and TfL over decision to outsource Tube cleaning contract
https://www.mylondon.news/news/transport/rmt-blasts-sadiq-khan-tfl-33193825.amp
https://www.mylondon.news/news/transport/rmt-blasts-sadiq-khan-tfl-33193825.amp
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It’s been almost 4️⃣ years.
▪️ For four years, the Ukrainian people have been living under bombs.
▪️ For four years, Russia’s brutal aggression has continued.
▪️ For four years, workers in #Ukraine have been keeping their country running - rescuing people & supporting those forced to leave their homes.
▪️ For four years, the Ukrainian people have been living under bombs.
▪️ For four years, Russia’s brutal aggression has continued.
▪️ For four years, workers in #Ukraine have been keeping their country running - rescuing people & supporting those forced to leave their homes.
January 13, 2026 at 9:21 AM
It’s been almost 4️⃣ years.
▪️ For four years, the Ukrainian people have been living under bombs.
▪️ For four years, Russia’s brutal aggression has continued.
▪️ For four years, workers in #Ukraine have been keeping their country running - rescuing people & supporting those forced to leave their homes.
▪️ For four years, the Ukrainian people have been living under bombs.
▪️ For four years, Russia’s brutal aggression has continued.
▪️ For four years, workers in #Ukraine have been keeping their country running - rescuing people & supporting those forced to leave their homes.
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RMT puts Network Rail pay offer to referendum
Rail union RMT, has put the latest pay offer of 3.8 per cent from Network Rail out to referendum of its members working in maintenance and operations on the railway with a recommendation to accept.
rmtunion.org/4ss050Q
Rail union RMT, has put the latest pay offer of 3.8 per cent from Network Rail out to referendum of its members working in maintenance and operations on the railway with a recommendation to accept.
rmtunion.org/4ss050Q
RMT puts Network Rail pay offer to referendum
Rail union RMT, has put the latest pay offer from Network Rail out to referendum of its members working in maintenance and operations on the railway.
rmtunion.org
January 7, 2026 at 3:29 PM
RMT puts Network Rail pay offer to referendum
Rail union RMT, has put the latest pay offer of 3.8 per cent from Network Rail out to referendum of its members working in maintenance and operations on the railway with a recommendation to accept.
rmtunion.org/4ss050Q
Rail union RMT, has put the latest pay offer of 3.8 per cent from Network Rail out to referendum of its members working in maintenance and operations on the railway with a recommendation to accept.
rmtunion.org/4ss050Q
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Over 32,000 jobs were lost last year due to retail closures. We need urgent action to #SaveOurShops.
📈 Fundamental reform of business rates
👮 Action on retail crime
💡 Investment in skills for retail workers
📈 Fundamental reform of business rates
👮 Action on retail crime
💡 Investment in skills for retail workers
January 7, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Over 32,000 jobs were lost last year due to retail closures. We need urgent action to #SaveOurShops.
📈 Fundamental reform of business rates
👮 Action on retail crime
💡 Investment in skills for retail workers
📈 Fundamental reform of business rates
👮 Action on retail crime
💡 Investment in skills for retail workers
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Tetrosyl Strike – 30 January: Company’s failure to engage forces Usdaw to call another day of action in a ‘fire and rehire’ dispute www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...
USDAW - Tetrosyl Strike – 30 January
www.usdaw.org.uk
January 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Tetrosyl Strike – 30 January: Company’s failure to engage forces Usdaw to call another day of action in a ‘fire and rehire’ dispute www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...
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#Battersea is home to hundreds of local hospitality businesses, including many brilliant pubs.
Many of them fear the combined impact of relief reductions & rateable valuation revaluations on their ability to serve our economy & community.
I've written to the Chancellor to urge her to look again.
Many of them fear the combined impact of relief reductions & rateable valuation revaluations on their ability to serve our economy & community.
I've written to the Chancellor to urge her to look again.
January 8, 2026 at 1:25 PM
#Battersea is home to hundreds of local hospitality businesses, including many brilliant pubs.
Many of them fear the combined impact of relief reductions & rateable valuation revaluations on their ability to serve our economy & community.
I've written to the Chancellor to urge her to look again.
Many of them fear the combined impact of relief reductions & rateable valuation revaluations on their ability to serve our economy & community.
I've written to the Chancellor to urge her to look again.
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RMT lambasts TfL for failing to insource cleaners
Tube union RMT, has lambasted TfL for awarding a 5-year cleaning contract to Mitie instead of taking outsourced workers in-house.
rmtunion.org/4jyrlqn
Tube union RMT, has lambasted TfL for awarding a 5-year cleaning contract to Mitie instead of taking outsourced workers in-house.
rmtunion.org/4jyrlqn
RMT lambasts TfL for failing to insource cleaners
Tube union RMT has lambasted TfL for awarding a 5 year cleaning contract to Mitie instead of taking outsourced workers in-house.
rmtunion.org
January 8, 2026 at 2:49 PM
RMT lambasts TfL for failing to insource cleaners
Tube union RMT, has lambasted TfL for awarding a 5-year cleaning contract to Mitie instead of taking outsourced workers in-house.
rmtunion.org/4jyrlqn
Tube union RMT, has lambasted TfL for awarding a 5-year cleaning contract to Mitie instead of taking outsourced workers in-house.
rmtunion.org/4jyrlqn