Trades union councils are local groups of trade unionists. They are elected from trade union branches whose members live and/or work in the area. Trades union councils are often referred to simply... Read more »

“The Conservatives are failing working people: incomes and living standards are falling as bills skyrocket amidst a cost-of-living crisis. Now, they’ve also crashed the economy leaving working people with higher prices and... Read more »

The Cost-of-Living Crisis is having a horrifying impact on people’s lives, with millions being driven into poverty and many into total destitution. After a mini budget that sent the pound tumbling and interest... Read more »

Have you heard about the controversial Policing law the government is pushing through Parliament? Between Boris Johnson’s scandals and Omicron dominating the headlines, it’s understandable if you haven’t – and the government... Read more »

Branches may be aware of Barry Gardiner (Labour) MPs current campaign to end the practice of fire and rehire that is being utilised by employers across the country. This is a campaign... Read more »

A Constituency Labour Party (CLP) is an organisation of members of the Labour Party who live in a particular parliamentary constituency. These local organisations are responsible for recruiting and organizing members in... Read more »

Trades union councils promote working-class solidarity in local communities. Our branch is affiliated to the following Trades Councils – Oxford & DistrictReadingLutonSlough If you wish to be involved with any of their... Read more »

We would like to thank Branches who have raised their concerns about the announcement of the Government’s planned cessation of the ULF across all trade unions including the CWU. Members can sign... Read more »

What’s happening? Many universities across the country are facing serious financial difficulties and without government funding are at risk of going bankrupt and being forced to close. This is not a surprise: the... Read more »