“This latest outrageous action clearly shows that the council are determined to force this academisation through by any underhanded means necessary”, says GMB Southern

“This is a huge improvement for members as a result of taking action”, says GMB Southern

“We are making this call based on our practical experience of the current system in operation for two GMB members who filed complaints over the past six months”, says GMB Southern

GMB issue industrial action notice to Brighton and Hove Council as talks over anti-trade union behaviour reach deadlock. It has always been made very clear that GMB members red…

“Even with this strong ballot result we will approach this week's ACAS conciliation hopeful of finding a solution so we can stand down the threat of industrial action”, says GMB…

If you work in local government or a school, make sure you have your say on pay by 30th June!

GMB warns proposed job cuts at Chisledon Primary School will put pupils and staff at risk due to low staffing levels. In other schools, TAs are valued, but the management of Chisledon…

“There is increasing evidence to show that the academisation agenda has failed and putting our children’s education in the hands of private companies does not benefit the children,…

“It has become clear from this fiasco that those in lofty and well paid council positions whom we trust to oversee services on our behalf appear to be the least capable or trustworthy…