Posted: 2nd October 2014
Not enough priority has been given to exploring alternatives to secure this important frontline service or how it will be delivered in the future says GMB
GMB Sandwell have raised serious concerns about the council’s proposal to cut staff responsible for teaching children road safety.
Darren James, S85 Branch Secretary, said “GMB is deeply disappointed at the…
Posted: 19th September 2014
We are pleased to announce we will be continuing our sponsorship of Wednesbury Sports Union FC u12’s.
This will be the fourth year we have sponsored the lads, and wish them every success for the forthcoming season in the Bilston Partnership youth football league.
The boys finished off a successful season last year by winning…
Posted: 18th September 2014
The march will assemble from 11am on the Embankment near Blackfriars. It will then move off at noon, and march via Northumberland Avenue, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly to Hyde Park for a rally.
This is a slightly shorter route that previous marches, and it’s hoped that this will allow more people to get to…
Posted: 27th August 2014
GMB Officers and workplace representatives from S85 Sandwell Community Branch were in attendance at the Sandwell Show last weekend (24th & 25th August) and were on hand to offer support and advice to members, and gave out information & GMB Sandwell goodies.
We hope everyone that came along to the stall found the details discussed…
Posted: 27th August 2014
Joint unions to stage Hard Up Festival on 28th September 2014 when the Tory Party Conference comes to Birmingham.
GMB, along with Unite and Unison will be staging a protest outside the Tory Party Conference together with a March and Rally.
The Tory Party has cut Local Government Budgets knowing this has drastically damaged frontline…
Posted: 10th August 2014
GMB Trade Union actively campaigns against Domestic Violence by supporting White Ribbon campaign.
GMB campaigns to highlight the help that is available not just to the victims but also the help available to the people that commit acts of violence who want to change…
Posted: 2nd August 2014
In a joint announcement today, 31 July, the main local government unions GMB, Unison and Unite, representing 1.3 million council and schools staff, escalated the pay dispute and named the next date for strike action as 14 October 2014.
This is a clear and powerful…
Posted: 2nd August 2014
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Posted: 18th July 2014
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Posted: 18th July 2014
BRITAIN NEEDS A PAYRISE
Branch officers and workplace organisers are attending the TUC national demonstration on 18th October.
GMB regional office are organising coach travel for the return journey and all members, their families and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend.
If you would like to join us please contact your local…