Posted: 19th May 2016
On Thursday 23rd June 2016 polling stations open for us us to decide whether to vote to remain or to leave the European Union – a decision that will shape our country politically, economically and socially for generations to come.
GMB Union have taken a position of ‘angry yes’. We know the EU isn’t perfect, there are…
Posted: 19th May 2016
A pay deal has finally been agreed for staff in local government and most schools & academies. If you require any more information on the latest pay deal please read the bulletin below or visit the Contact Us page to find details for the GMB Convenor at MK Council.
Posted: 19th May 2016
Milton Keynes’ trade unions again organised a commemorative event to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD). IWMD gives everyone an opportunity to remember those who have been seriously injured and those who have died as a result of an accident at work, and also people who suffer from work-related illnesses.
The internationally recognised date for…
Posted: 4th February 2016
The Conservative government is forcing Milton Keynes Council to make cuts in excess of £22 million this year alone. The Labour administration have managed to successfully defend some key services, such as Children’s Centres (currently none are scheduled to close) and Libraries, but the full weight of the Tory austerity agenda will still be felt…
Posted: 9th December 2015
GMB WELCOME LIVING WAGE AT MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL AND CONTRACTORS
This shows that despite another round of significant cuts in Local Authority budgets, it is possible to make a difference to people’s standard of living says GMB
GMB, the union for public service workers, welcomed the announcement that Milton Keynes Council has achieved Living wage…
Posted: 12th November 2015
As you are fully aware, the world of Local Government and Public Services has changed beyond all recognition since 2010. Local Government budgets continue to be cut at an alarming rate, and the consequence of this is further redundancies and attacks on members Terms and Conditions.
It has always been a priority for GMB to be…
Posted: 29th October 2015
GMB members should have received ballot papers with their latest edition of Candid magazine, in order to vote in the elections of General Secretary and Central Executive Council. The papers will be coupled with a booklet containing statements from each person seeking election; Milton Keynes City branch has not formally nominated any candidates so it…
Posted: 19th October 2015
The Trade Union Bill represents a fundamental attack on the rights of trade unions and workers. It is an ideologically driven challenge – by the Conservative government – to some of our most basic rights, which seeks to undermine workers’ freedom to take action against poor employers and their terms.
The proposals are wide-ranging; they…
Posted: 8th October 2015
GMB London Region is hosting a hustings event for the position of General Secretary & Treasurer. Hopefully you would have already received an email from GMB with details of the event, and it would be fantastic to see members from our branch attend. Colleagues from the Milton Keynes branch will be attending so it is…
Posted: 12th August 2015
The Milton Keynes Labour Party will be hosting a deputy leadership hustings, incorporated in to the All Member’s Meeting. Party members, registered supporters, and affiliated supporters are all welcome to attend. This is a perfect opportunity for members and supporters to assess the candidates before voting papers have to be returned (by 10th September 2015).
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