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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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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
No driver-only operation on East West Rail protest RAIL union RMT will hold a demonstration outside Marylebone Station, London next Monday (September 21) at 9am against driver-only operation (DOO) on East West Rail services planned to be run by Chiltern Railways. rmtunion.org/4yxr4u6
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No driver-only operation on East West Rail protest
RAIL union RMT will hold a demonstration outside Marylebone Station, London next Monday (September 21) at 9am against driver-only operation (DOO) on East West Rail services planned to be run by Chilte...
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
📹 "It's time to end the scourge of outsourcing and bring our people home." Eddie Dempsey's message for the Labour government about outsourcing from #TUC26
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GMB Union @gmb.org.uk · 17/09/2026
Raiding school support staff pensions to fund teacher's pay is a disgraceful move. Slashing teaching assistants, catering staff, and other workers pension contributions to pay for a £500m teacher payrise isn't acceptable We are taking our members' concerns straight to ministers
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GMB London Region @gmblondonregion.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Our energy officer rang the entire energy industry to ask one question. Every large energy company in Britain recognises a union. One doesn't. 🐙 @octopus.energy seems like a good time to talk.
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👻madeline bOoOoOoOodent👻 @oldenoughtosay.com · 18/09/2026
if you EVER get called for a meeting and they say “don’t bring a union rep” bring a union rep
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Good to meet with Minister Falconer to discuss UK-EU relations and the upcoming Parliamentary Partnership Assembly (PPA). As Co-Chair of the PPA, I am committed to ensuring a closer, more productive relationship between the UK & EU. Crucially (1/2)
Marsha stood with Hamish Falconer
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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 17/09/2026
Victory at Bournemouth and Poole College! After months of negotiations and strike action, UCU members have won reduced teaching hours, protected planning and marking time, improved pay and a full Christmas closure without using annual leave. This is union power. www.ucu.org.uk/article/1464...
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University and College Union welcomes pay and workload victory at Bournemouth and Poole College
The University and College Union (UCU) has this week welcomed pay rises and better working conditions at Bournemouth and Poole College following formal acceptance of a new workload agreement by branch...
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Waltham Forest National Education Union (NEU) @wforestneu.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The one thing an NEU rep never skips, is speaking to members , daily. walking the shop floor as it used to be called keeps everyone together and stops members feeling like they are on their own. Its not the big showy things that matter, its little incremental chats that builds power in the members.
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New Zealand Council of Trade Unions @nzctu.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🚨 Labour will pass a corporate manslaughter law if elected in November. This will mean negligent employers will be held criminally liable for the deaths of workers on the job. Unions and the Pike River families have been calling for this for a long time. We’re glad Labour have listened. #nzpol
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Labour backs long-standing union call to hold criminally negligent bosses liable NZCTU
In a major victory for working people and the Pike River Families who have long campaigned for this, Labour have committed to passing a corporate homicide law should it win government in November's el...
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 18/09/2026
Our top 5 takeaways from TUC Congress 2026 💚 buff.ly/iKjWVlk #TUC2026 #InsourceNow #WeShowUp #Solidarity ✊
Collage of images from TUC 2026.
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
It’s great to see new Ports services trainees undertaking training at Harwich International Port signed up by RMT activists within the port and supported by Training co-ordinators. Its vital that we see investment in trainees and apprentices within the docks, ports and waterways industry.
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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
PCS reps can sign up for an Employment Rights Act training session taking place in October We are putting on two 90-minute PCS Academy online sessions to provide reps with an overview of the things you need to know now for your union work. Book your place now! www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...
The graphic shows a laptop alongside the text: PCS Reps: Get ready for the new Employment Rights Act. 90-minute online training - what's changed? What's coming next? What does it mean for you and your members? 13 October 12.30-2pm and 21 October 4.30-6pm. Book your place through PCS Digital.
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GMB Union @gmb.org.uk · 10/09/2026
Octopus Energy needs to recognise GMB. We have hundreds of members there who are clear: they want their union to negotiate with bosses. Other energy suppliers work with unions to improve pay and conditions. Why not you @octopus.energy?
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
RMT National Secretary, Darren Procter alongside colleagues from Nautilus and GMB at the RFA Keel laying event in Appledore shipyard yesterday, Merchant Navy Day.
A photograph of three men standing inside a naval dockyardAudience attentively listening to a speaker inside a large industrial facility with metal beams and machinery in the background.
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
🆕: Don't gamble disabled lives on an unfit 'Assisted Dying' Bill. 📝 Read my piece for @LBC on why I voted against the Bill. 🔗 Link below
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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 13/09/2026
That’s a wrap on Day 1 of #TUC26. Today UCU backed motions on union equality reps and protecting trade union education. UCU President Dyfrig Jones wraps up the day from Brighton. Be sure to tune in tomorrow for more from Congress.
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UsdawUnion @usdawunion.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The best work experience is being valued, respected and properly paid in a secure permanent job www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...
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USDAW - Work experience
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GMB London Region @gmblondonregion.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Shanah Tovah. GMB London wishes all our Jewish members, reps and staff a happy, healthy and peaceful new year. #RoshHashanah
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
There is nothing in the Terminally Ill End of Life Bill that addresses the disproportionate impact assisted dying will have on black & ethnic minority communities & disabled people. This is one of the key reasons I will be voting against the Bill.
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
In Britain, we pay huge amounts of money to lease our trains from foreign-owned private companies. These privateers have taken £2.9 billion out of our railway in the last five years alone. That's why I'm supporting ASLEF's campaign to Own Our Trains.
We need to own our trains:
Better trains
Better deal
Cheaper ticketsPrivate rolling stock companies have taken
£2.9bn out of the railway in profits and dividends in the last five yearsWe need publicly owned rolling stock:
Flexibility for the nationalised network
Create vital manufacturing jobs
Save taxpayers money
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Bectu @bectu.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Bectu has written to the Chancellor, seeking a meeting to discuss the Government’s Timely Payment consultation. We argue: “It is vital that any new system is flexible, supports financial stability, and reflects the way creative freelancers actually work." Read more: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-w...
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Bectu writes to Chancellor over proposed reforms to Income Tax Self-Assessment payments
Bectu has written to the Chancellor, seeking a meeting to discuss the Government’s Timely Payment consultation...
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
North Wales station visits at Holyhead and Bangor. RMT Regional Organiser, Steven Skelly with RMT station reps, Candice Finney and Angela Davies at Holyhead and with Angela and RMT members at Bangor.
Three people standing in front of a red wall with partially visible white text, posing for a photo together.Four people standing in front of a wall sign that reads 'BANGOR,' two wearing orange safety vests and two in casual clothing, smiling at the camera.
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UsdawUnion @usdawunion.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
We welcome yesterday's statement to the House of Commons by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and look forward to working with him to deliver for our members ✅
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GMB London Region @gmblondonregion.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Jobs. Jobs. Jobs. Perry Phillips gave GMB London's evidence to the Transport Select Committee today on Heathrow expansion. 108,000 jobs. 5,000 apprenticeships. Our ground handlers want to know their kids get the same shot. #MembersFirst
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
50 years a member! RMT Wolverhampton Branch recently held its annual summer social and were delighted to award our former regional organiser, Ken Usher with his 5️⃣0️⃣ year membership award. Well done, Kenny!
Three people standing in a wood-paneled room filled with books, one woman holding a certificate and smiling at the camera.Group of eight adults standing closely in a warmly lit room filled with bookshelves and framed wildlife photos on the walls.Certificate recognizing Ken Usher for 50 years of dedicated membership in the RMT union, Wolverhampton branch, with a gold medal in a black box.
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Half of all sight loss is avoidable yet eye care services across England are stretched thin, with too many people are losing their sight when it could be prevented. 🔗 Read my piece for the NHS Alliance. Link in bio.
A photo of Marsha at a lectern with a screenshot of the article’s headline underneath
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
🥋 Wing Chun Kung Fu for young visually impaired & blind people (12+) this summer! 🗓️ Thu: 30 Jul, 6, 13, 20, 27 Aug 🗓️ Sat: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug No experience needed - just come with enthusiasm 💪 Visit their website to book! - martialattitude.com
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
PIP has created a hostile environment for many disabled people, creating more worry & stress instead of delivering support in a constructive way. That's why I urge the Govt to continue putting coproduction with disabled people at the heart of the Timms Review & further reforms to disability support
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
It's Maritime Safety Week and RMT is highlighting the issue of fatigue. Please watch and share.
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Wonderful to celebrate the hard work & dedication of female entrepreneurs at the Women in Business Awards, held on #Battersea’s beautiful waterfront. It was incredible to learn more about the nominees’ creative & innovative businesses & recognise their exceptional achievements 🌟
Marsha with an award winner, they are laughingMarsha speaking into a microphoneMarsha with three people at the eventMarsha on the stage with another woman. She is in the process of calling the winner onto the stage
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Ali Haydor @alihaydor.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Happy Independence Day to the United States 🇺🇸
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RMT Union @rmtunion.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
🪧 RMT Avanti West Coast members back on the picket line at Manchester Piccadilly today.
Group of people standing outside Manchester Piccadilly station holding official picket signs during a protest.
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UsdawUnion @usdawunion.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Retail workers are at the 💜 of our communities Join us in saying thank you to hardworking retail staff this National Retail Workers’ Day for their huge contribution to our high streets and communities 👏 #NRWD26
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BWTUC @bwtuc.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
BWTUC owned pub open for England v Mexico whenever they decide to play it. Staff being paid a premium. Come and join us for trade union based World Cup.
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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 03/07/2026
After years of campaigning and lobbying, UCU has welcomed the fall in employer contributions to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. With rates falling and employers set to save around £900m, there is now no excuse for post-92 universities to deny staff access to TPS. www.ucu.org.uk/article/1456...
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
A wonderful evening celebrating the young changemakers from The Agency, who use creativity & culture as a catalyst for social change ✨
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 03/07/2026
🚨 UNISON Win! 🎉 NHS Scotland workers in Glasgow win SEVEN years’ back pay hours before announcing strike action. “The health board needs to work with staff to ensure they’re paid properly for the work they do if it wants to avoid disruption" Glasgow UNISON www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/scottis...
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Glasgow NHS workers win SEVEN years’ back pay hours before announcing strike action
NHS Scotland workers in Glasgow have been offered seven years’ back pay just hours before announcing strike action.
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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Watch PCS Parliamentary Group Chair John McDonnell highlight in parliament the "near chaos" since the payment of civil service pensions was outsourced and call for the government to commit to returning the administration of civil service pensions to public control
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UsdawUnion @usdawunion.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
National Retail Workers' Day 2026: Retailers join with Usdaw on a national appreciation day for key workers in the industry #NRWD26 www.usdaw.org.uk/latest-news/...
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USDAW - Retail Workers' Day 2026
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GMB Union @gmb.org.uk · 28/05/2026
150,000 GMB members in Local Government have rejected the pay offer. A 3.3% rise when energy bills are sky rocketing isn't good enough. School staff, carers and refuse workers deserve more.
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Marsha de Cordova @marshadecordova.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
I was honoured to join Lord Low for his retirement celebrations in Parliament. Lord Low has had a formidable career advocating for & advancing human rights & disabled people's rights. (1/2)
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/05/2026
Local government unions have rejected the 2026 pay offer and are demanding meaningful pay negotiations in a letter to employers signed by all three unions - UNISON, Unite and GMB. UNISON are balloting members for strike action from 9 July.
Letter to the Employers’ Side Secretary, Naomi Cooke, 28 May: 
Dear Naomi

The NJC Trade Union Side are writing further in response to your letter of 24March 2026, making a full and final offer of a 3.3% pay increase from 1 April.

All three unions firmly reject this pay offer. Our members remain dismayed and angered at the offer, which fails to make up ground on the loss of the real value of their pay over the last 16 years, and is far below what they need and deserve.

We believe that the most recent financial settlement offers scope for a better offer.

Moreover, we wish to reiterate our disappointment at the National Employers’continual refusal to engage in meaningful pay negotiations. 

Given our unions’ rejection of the offer, we urge you to engage in meaningful negotiations on the2026/27 pay award as a matter of urgency.

Yours sincerely,
Kevin Brandstatter GMB 
Clare Keogh UNITE 
Mike Short UNISON
Trade Union Side Secretaries
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GMB Union @gmb.org.uk · 05/05/2026
BREAKING 🚨: More than 6000 Evri workers to vote in pay ballot 👏 We are recommending workers reject the deal - which represents a paycut for some staff 📉
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GMB Southern Region @gmbsouthern.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
More than two hundred cleaners and caterers across three mental health hospital sites in South London are taking three days of strike action from tomorrow. Their outsourced employer OCS are threatening to cut service provision by TWENTY PER CENT www.gmb-southern.org.uk/ocs-staff-sl...
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More than two hundred South London hospital staff to strike over cuts
‘Wards in disarray’ and ‘bad food’ facing three mental health sites for three days
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Admirable Women @admirablewomen.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
#OTD in 2020, Rockford Peaches pitcher Mary Pratt died at age 101. One of the first members of the Peaches, the team at the heart of the movie "A League of Their Own." A southpaw, she used her famous "controlled slingshot" to pitch a no-hitter in June 1944. I ❤️ #baseball ⚾️
This side-by-side composition celebrates the life of Mary "Prattie" Pratt (1918–2020), a trailblazing pitcher for the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL). On the left, a vintage black-and-white portrait shows a young Pratt in her 1940s playing days. She beams with a joyful, spirited expression, wearing her official short-sleeved tunic uniform with a prominent circular team patch on the chest and a dark, belted waist. Her dark hair is styled in the era's signature soft waves, pinned neatly back. To the right, a vibrant, modern color photograph captures an older Pratt in her home, brimming with the same athletic energy. She wears a blue long-sleeved polo shirt and is mid-motion, tossing a baseball into the air with her right hand. Her eyes are bright and focused on the ball, her face alive with a playful smile. The background is a dense, nostalgic gallery of her life's work, featuring framed team photos, memorabilia, and baseball caps that line the walls of her room. The overall composition creates a bridge between her historic achievement—including a 21-win season and a no-hitter in 1944—and her lifelong devotion to the sport. The mood is one of enduring passion and resilience, honoring her significance as one of the original members of the Rockford Peaches and a lifelong advocate for women in sports.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 07/05/2026
🚨 Use your vote! 🗳️ Today there are elections for - Scottish Parliament - Welsh Senedd - English local government - London borough councils Polls close at 10pm tonight. Find your polling station. buff.ly/63Wo19W
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Unite the union @unitetheunion.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Know your rights: ⏰ Paid properly & on time ✍️ A written statement of employment 🏖️ Paid holiday, sick & parental leave 🖐️ Protection against bullying & discrimination ✊ Free to join a union… 🔴 Know your rights: Facts & Figures p68 www.unitetheunion.org/fandf 🔴 Join Unite join.unitetheunion.org
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UsdawUnion @usdawunion.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Yesterday, we were very happy to sign a Collective Bargaining Agreement with Tetrosyl for the Royle Barn Road site. Under the agreement, Tetrosyl and Usdaw will work together collaboratively to the mutual benefit of the workforce and the business.
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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
🚨BREAKING NEWS 🚨PCS to re-ballot Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office members from 18 May as there remains huge uncertainty over the department's restructure. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...
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PCS to re-ballot FCDO members on restructure
We are re-balloting for industrial action and the new ballot opens 18 May
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