Today was also the birthday of the brand new trade union “Unite” (T&G have merged with Amicus).
The setting off point is at Clarkenwell Green, London EC1 (which of course is nowadays not “green”, it’s completely paved over). Apparently I have got a bit of a tan after today! The sun was certainly shining. But it also could have been wind burn. Our UNISON banner nearly snapped a couple of times during the March.
I could only see Tower Hamlets Local Government (my branch) and Walthamstow Local Government UNISON branches and no Labour Party banners. This is a shame. Next year I will see if we can have a West Ham CLP delegation. However, there where a number of UNISON members milling about.
I couldn’t stay for the rally. So perhaps someone else will report on it. I must admit I enjoyed the experience but was not really surprised at the relative low turnout of British trade unionists and Labour Party branches/organisations. I think this is linked.
2 comments:
Hi john,
Great post!!
Thanks for bringing this colorful may day celebration in London.
Happy May Day!!
bit naughty posting adverts Alex? but it seems somewhat personal I suppose.
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