Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 12/02/2026For National Apprenticeship Week, PCS young member Meg says when she started out as a modern apprentice in the civil service being a union member helped her feel supported www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 032
Lynn Henderson @lynnfaeleith.bsky.social · 12/02/2026On my 📻 Martin Cavanagh President @pcsunion.bsky.social on civil service pension scandal 👏 000
Reposted by Lynn HendersonAndrew Fisher @fisherandrew79.bsky.social · 10/02/2026It pays to be in a union. Strikes work ✊ 125% increase in membership A consolidated pay offer which is 50-80% higher than the original offer www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...pcs.org.ukIndustrial action boosts PCS membership at Tate GalleryMembers at the Tate Gallery have endorsed an end to industrial action, closing a campaign that has led to a 125% increase in membership. 13114
Lynn Henderson @lynnfaeleith.bsky.social · 23/01/2026BBC News - Retired civil servants left in pension limbo www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... "We believe that this work should be run by the civil service, under ministerial control, so that it can be properly resourced and pensions paid on time." @pcsunion.bsky.socialbbc.co.ukHundreds of retirees waiting for payments after Capita took over schemeCivil service pension scheme failed to pay some pensions and lump sums after transferring to a new administrator. 010
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 13/01/2026Dave’s quick take on the ScottishBudget - patch and mend. A classic election-year budget. A few eye-catching sweeteners, a little cash spread around to placate as many as possible, and promises of things to come. Tough decisions are deferred to the next govt. unisondave.blogspot.com/2026/01/scot...unisondave.blogspot.comScottish Budget 2026-27 - patch and mendThe Scottish Government has published its draft budget for the coming year. I wrote a pre-budget briefing for the Jimmy Reid Foundation o... 121
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 12/01/2026Work 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 043
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 08/01/2026reidfoundation.scot/2024/11/devo...reidfoundation.scotDevolving Immigration Powers – The Jimmy Reid Foundation 011
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 06/01/2026Read 📔 PCS Cymru manifesto demands for candidates at this year's Senedd elections, launched at an event at the Senedd last month www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... Photograph by Natasha Hirst 031
Reposted by Lynn HendersonMayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 06/01/2026This is literally saving lives - and we can save even more with your help. Share and bookmark this post for when you next see a Londoner sleeping rough. We'll do everything in our power to get them into the warm. 413068
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 29/12/20252025 - A year in view. Six major papers, eight briefings, an inspiring memorial lecture and other events and interventions. Many thanks to our affiliates and supporters who make all this possible. More to come in 2026. reidfoundation.scot 011
Reposted by Lynn HendersonElectoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 25/12/2025Building connections with politicians is incredibly important in mobilising change. Find out about our work behind the scenes in our 2025 Annual Review. buff.ly/YdOXjStelectoral-reform.org.uk2025 at the ERS: Our work behind the scenesEach year we write an Annual Review which looks back at our achievements across the last 12 months, and explains how our team have campaigned towards securing our vision for a democracy 073
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 21/12/2025Solidarity in Action: The latest Scottish Left Review is now online. mailchi.mp/bbbdb6f0f500...mailchi.mpNew Issue: Solidarity in Action 031
Reposted by Lynn HendersonCompass @compassoffice.bsky.social · 17/12/2025It starts with a resolution...and ends with fair votes. We've just delivered over 250,000 signatures calling for First Past The Post to be scrapped by next Christmas🎄 📢 Share to make the call even louder! With @makevotesmatter.bsky.social @unlockdemocracy.bsky.social @electoralreform.bsky.social 6155149
Reposted by Lynn HendersonElectoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 13/12/2025Our team have works with journalists to provide in-depth analysis, opinion pieces and interviews, to make the case for electoral reform and push vital democratic issues higher up the news agenda to increase public support. Find out more in our Annual Reviewbuff.ly2025 at the ERS: Getting our message into the newsEach year we write an Annual Review which looks back at our achievements across the last 12 months, and explains how our team have campaigned towards securing our vision for a democracy 075
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 08/12/2025Our latest briefing examines the impact of the UK Budget and the challenges facing ScotGov. The UK Budget provides some relief, but a medium-term funding gap remains. We need radical reform of devolved taxation rather than tinkering at the edges. reidfoundation.scot/2025/12/uk-t...reidfoundation.scotUK to Scottish Budget 2026/27 – The Jimmy Reid Foundation 021
Reposted by Lynn HendersonElectoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 04/12/2025Each year we write an Annual Review which looks back at our achievements across the last 12 months, and explains how our team have campaigned towards securing our vision for a democracy fit for the 21st Century.buff.ly2025 at the ERS: Our year campaigning for changeEach year we write an Annual Review which looks back at our achievements across the last 12 months, and explains how our team have campaigned towards securing our vision for a democracy 0117
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 04/12/2025Our new paper on Industrial Strategy Zones (Freeport’s etc). At best, they represent poor value for money, at worst, a systematic transfer of collective sovereignty from communities to corporations. What we need is a comprehensive industrial strategy. reidfoundation.scot/2025/12/indu...reidfoundation.scotIndustrial Strategy Zones – The Jimmy Reid Foundation 053
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 04/12/2025The Met Police's plans to close a number of front counters have been put on hold after campaigning and pressure from PCS. You can use our e-action to contact your MP to support our demand that future closure plans should be subject to public consultation. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 032
Reposted by Lynn HendersonElectoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 27/11/2025Building connections with politicians is incredibly important in mobilising change. See what we've been working on this year in this year's Annual Review: electoral-reform.org.uk/2025-at-the-...electoral-reform.org.uk2025 at the ERS: Our work behind the scenesEach year we write an Annual Review which looks back at our achievements across the last 12 months, and explains how our team have campaigned towards securing our vision for a democracy 075
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 26/11/2025Our reaction to #Budget2026 Our members will be hit by the extended freeze in the income tax threshold. We welcome the scrapping of the 2-child limit but more must be done on the cost-of-living crisis and on the unfairness of our tax system. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 094
Reposted by Lynn HendersonElectoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 19/11/2025Find out more about our activities this year in our 2025 Annual Review. By using our voice in the media, developing in-depth research and policy, campaigning and influencing and making the case online, we’ve led the charge for democratic reform. electoral-reform.org.uk/2025-at-the-...electoral-reform.org.uk2025 at the ERS: Our year campaigning for changeEach year we write an Annual Review which looks back at our achievements across the last 12 months, and explains how our team have campaigned towards securing our vision for a democracy 075
Reposted by Lynn HendersonDave Watson @balkandave.bsky.social · 19/11/2025A water system that works for people and nature. While Scotland has avoided the worst aspects of privatisation in E&W, many challenges remain for Scottish Water. Dave Watson from the Reid Foundation will discuss on Monday 24 Nov. At 7pm. Register👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-water-sy...eventbrite.co.ukA water system which will work for people and nature.What are the socialist solutions for today’s challenges for Scottish Water? 032
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 19/11/2025Watch PCS GS Fran Heathcote talk about the new report by #PCS & Refugees Together: "The economic case for a fair and humane asylum system," launched in parliament last night. Produced by @lsepoliticsblog.bsky.social it makes the case for a fair & humane asylum system. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 043
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 17/11/2025PCS members in the parliamentary security department are striking on Budget Day (26 November) over attacks on their terms and conditions, including the loss of 6 days' paid annual leave/rest days following the imposition of an extended shift pattern. #PCSonStrike www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 062
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 17/11/2025The DWP is refusing to back down on its decision to close Lincoln Service Centre. #PCS members are therefore taking further strike action from 1 December to 2 January 2026. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 132
Reposted by Lynn HendersonAndrew Fisher @fisherandrew79.bsky.social · 18/11/2025When Keir Starmer ran to be Labour leader in 2020, he pledged to “defend migrants’ rights” and to have “an immigration system based on compassion and dignity”. How far he has fallen: not just in the polls but morally too. My new column for @theipaper.com inews.co.uk/opinion/labo...inews.co.ukLabour's asylum plan is straight from the Trump playbook – it'll backfire on themIt’s time to stand up for the values of compassion, humanity and basic fairness 710649
Lynn Henderson @lynnfaeleith.bsky.social · 16/11/2025This is inhumane and will not stop people fleeing from war, oppression or repression! BBC News - Refugees to face 20-year wait to settle permanently under asylum reforms www.bbc.com/news/article...bbc.comRefugees to face 20-year wait to settle permanently under asylum reformsHome Secretary Shabana Mahmood is expected to announce major reforms to the asylum system on Monday. 010
Lynn Henderson @lynnfaeleith.bsky.social · 12/11/2025Wow! If I wasn't a fan girl already... www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comDoes Britain value culture any more? Ask the striking workers at the British Library | Zadie SmithThe dispute over pay at this great national institution gets to the heart of our misplaced priorities, says novelist Zadie Smith 012
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 10/11/2025The theme of this year's #IslamophobiaAwarenessMonth is "Flip the Script". Read Mohammed's blog on why this year it is more important than ever to challenge and change the narrative. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 061
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 05/11/2025Our paper on the causes of working age ill health. reidfoundation.scot/2025/06/tack...reidfoundation.scotTackling the causes of working-age ill health – The Jimmy Reid Foundation 012
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 05/11/2025PCS members are over halfway through their 2-week strike against low pay at the British Library, support them by using our e-action to call on MPs to demand increased grant in aid funding for the library and stand up for fair treatment. #BritishLibraryOnStrike www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 0108
Lynn Henderson @lynnfaeleith.bsky.social · 05/11/2025Best news from across the pond in a long time! ✊️ BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cg... Election day live updates: Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral race - BBC Newsbbc.co.ukElection day live updates: Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral raceDemocrats have also won governor races in Virginia and New Jersey as Californians voted to redraw election maps. 020
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 03/11/2025PCS extends its sympathy and solidarity to all those affected by the mass stabbing attack on a London North Eastern Railway train near Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire on Saturday night. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 051
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 29/10/2025If there was only an award for the best picket line placards..... Thanks to @jeremycorbyn.bsky.social MP for coming along to talk to the #PCS British Library strikers on the picket line today. Solidarity means so much 🙏 #BritishLibraryonStrike #PCSonStrike #Solidarity 02712
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 27/10/2025UKGov has announced a digital ID scheme to help combat illegal working while making it easier to use vital government services. In this briefing, we examine the proposal, the experiences of other countries and the challenges the scheme faces. reidfoundation.scot/2025/10/digi...reidfoundation.scotDigital ID Scheme – The Jimmy Reid Foundation 012
Lynn Henderson @lynnfaeleith.bsky.social · 28/10/2025On my radio @davemoxham.bsky.social @scottishtuc.bsky.social talking energy jobs 000
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 22/10/2025PCS is looking for a Press Officer to manage and develop our media profile. We're looking for an experienced journalist or press officer with articulate and persuasive writing skills to be the first point of contact representing PCS in the media. Closing date 3 November. www.pcs.org.uk/work-pcs 023
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 15/10/2025Read the Labour List article by Andy McDonald MP in which he says #Budget2025 in November must include long-term plan for pay restoration, which PCS has long called for. labourlist.org/2025/10/labo...labourlist.org'Labour's Budget must include long-term plan for pay restoration' - LabourListThe 2025 Budget is a crucial test of the government’s ability to confront the cost of living crisis… 094
Reposted by Lynn HendersonJimmy Reid Foundation @reidfoundation.bsky.social · 14/10/2025Freedom of Information Reform (Scotland) Bill – There is an urgent need to strengthen FoI legislation in Scotland. We support Katy Clark’s Bill and explain why in our submission and briefing here. reidfoundation.scot/2025/10/free...reidfoundation.scotFreedom of Information Reform (Scotland) Bill – The Jimmy Reid Foundation 041
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 08/10/2025In a major survey 📋 of PCS disabled members, a majority said that the benefits they received were inadequate to meet their needs. Find out more details >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... 023
Reposted by Lynn HendersonPublic and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 08/10/2025Work for PCS! We're looking for a Head of Communications to lead the team. The deadline is 20 October - more details and to apply: www.pcs.org.uk/work-pcs 031
Reposted by Lynn HendersonElectoral Reform Society @electoralreform.bsky.social · 06/10/2025Members of the House of Lords should be held accountable by the public. We need an elected second chamber so we can decide who sits in parliament.buff.lyUK government urged to strip Michelle Mone of peerageA company linked to the Glaswegian entrepreneur has been ordered to repay £122m after breaching an NHS contract. 21612