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General Federation of Trade Unions

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Founded 1899. A federation of trade unions. Delivering trade union education through @gftuet.org.uk. Building solidarity. The home of @strikemap.org #GFTU. All our links: beacons.ai/gftu

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06.03.2026 16:45 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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A person wearing a hard hat, safety goggles, and gloves operates machinery in an industrial setting. The image has a red tint.

The Employment Rights Act will be introduced in phases from 2026 to late 2027, covering nearly 30 sections.

See Morrish Solicitors' briefing and timeline - https://www.morrishsolicitors.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Morrish-Solicitors-ERA-Timeline-Briefing-Feb-2026.pdf

#GFTU #EmploymentRightsAct

05.03.2026 16:53 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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FAIR PAY IS NOT WRONG!

We are now over 100 days on from this video. The incredible @unison.org.uk Gloucestershire Phlebotomists clock up 365 days of action on 17 March.

We need to bring the entire labour movement together in #Cheltenham for the #365Day march and rally.

RSVP: bit.ly/Phlebs365day

05.03.2026 08:42 👍 17 🔁 13 💬 0 📌 1
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#365 day is backed by:
Aegis
@bfawu.bsky.social
@equityuk.bsky.social
@fbunational.bsky.social
@gftu.org.uk
@hcsa-com.bsky.social
RCPOD
@neunion.bsky.social

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04.03.2026 19:56 👍 3 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 0
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Speaker Announcement:
Sarah Woolley, General Secretary of @bfawu.bsky.social

Join us on 4 May to Turn London Red 🚩

04.03.2026 15:29 👍 6 🔁 5 💬 1 📌 1
Aerial view of Central London featuring a light beige rectangular overlay. The overlay contains the text: "Start Point Announced - Park Lane, Central London - 28th March @ 12pm" in bold print and red handwritten style. Below is the logo "Together Against the Far Right." The background shows a detailed view of streets, buildings, and green park areas.

Aerial view of Central London featuring a light beige rectangular overlay. The overlay contains the text: "Start Point Announced - Park Lane, Central London - 28th March @ 12pm" in bold print and red handwritten style. Below is the logo "Together Against the Far Right." The background shows a detailed view of streets, buildings, and green park areas.

The image displays a message in bold letters against a black background. The text reads, "Unity is stronger than division," with "Unity" in large pink font and the rest in white.

The image displays a message in bold letters against a black background. The text reads, "Unity is stronger than division," with "Unity" in large pink font and the rest in white.

We will not be divided.

We'll be #Together on 28 March at Park Lane, Central London, 12pm 📍

More info to follow: https://www.togetheralliance.org.uk/

@togetheralliance.bsky.social

#GFTU

04.03.2026 17:08 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A person using a megaphone stands in front of a large crowd holding flags, with the Big Ben clock tower in the background. Large text reads, "Defend Our Right to Protest." The PSC logo is visible.

A person using a megaphone stands in front of a large crowd holding flags, with the Big Ben clock tower in the background. Large text reads, "Defend Our Right to Protest." The PSC logo is visible.

🚩 Defend our right to protest

The government’s new protest powers threaten all movements, including workers’ struggles.

Join @pscupdates.bsky.social in standing up for our democratic rights.

17 March | Mass lobby of Parliament

👉 https://palestinecampaign.eaction.org.uk/March2026Lobby

#GFTU

03.03.2026 17:12 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A poster for a "Trade Union Rights Rally" promoting the Employment Rights #2 Bill. It features three people against a red background. Event details: March 21, 11 AM, Hamilton House, London.

A poster for a "Trade Union Rights Rally" promoting the Employment Rights #2 Bill. It features three people against a red background. Event details: March 21, 11 AM, Hamilton House, London.

✊ Rally for real change

🔥 Growing the fight for Employment Rights Bill 2 🚨 | 📅 21 March |📍 Hamilton House, London

Organised by our partner @strikemap.org and @unionfreedom.bsky.social.

📌 Be there: https://bit.ly/ERB2Rally

#ERB2 #TradeUnions #WorkersRights #Solidarity #GFTU

02.03.2026 18:06 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A group of people standing together in front of a banner that reads "General Federation of Trade Unions." They are indoors in a room with white walls and tables with various items on the sides.

A group of people standing together in front of a banner that reads "General Federation of Trade Unions." They are indoors in a room with white walls and tables with various items on the sides.

Today is #ZeroDiscrimination Day ✊

Equality, dignity, and respect at work are not optional, they are rights worth organising for.

At #GFTU, we stand in #Solidarity with all workers and recommit to building workplaces that are fair, inclusive, and free from prejudice.

01.03.2026 18:43 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A group of people stand in front of a building with a sign reading "GFTU Educational Trust." They are raising their fists in a gesture of solidarity.

A group of people stand in front of a building with a sign reading "GFTU Educational Trust." They are raising their fists in a gesture of solidarity.

Two people sitting at a table with a sign that reads, "Wind your 19188 neck in." There are papers and sticky notes on the table. A TV screen is visible in the background.

Two people sitting at a table with a sign that reads, "Wind your 19188 neck in." There are papers and sticky notes on the table. A TV screen is visible in the background.

Today marks the start of #WomensHistoryMonth.

At #GFTU, we stand with women workers past and present, and we recommit to #Solidarity, equality, and justice at work.

When women thrive, we all rise ✊

#GiveToGain #IWD #WHM

01.03.2026 17:40 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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🚩17 March marks 365 days of strike action for @unison.org.uk Gloucestershire Phlebotomists.

Stand with the longest strike of directly employed NHS staff ever.

Backed by
Aegis
@bfawu.bsky.social
@fbunational.bsky.social
@gftu.org.uk

28.02.2026 13:48 👍 5 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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Strike map logo, text reads affiliate announcement. Picture of equity members. Equity logo.

AFFILIATE ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

Welcome @equityuk.bsky.social to the #StrikeMap family.

Joining over 125 other affiliates.

Read what this affiliation means to #Equity👇

27.02.2026 08:45 👍 8 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 1
26/02/2026 Sent by email To: Lynn Dunning (CEO) CC: Katie Cavanagh (Head of Collections, Exhibitions and Digital) Dear Lynn I am writing to you on behalf of the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) to send solidarity greetings to your members, who continue their strike action today. My name is Henry Fowler, and I am writing in relation to the General Strike 100 partnership — a national collaboration of museums, libraries, archives, and local history groups marking the centenary of the 1926 General Strike. Since the project’s development in October 2024, the National Coal Mining Museum for England (NCMME) has been involved in discussions and joined the partnership. However, concerns have been raised by affiliates of the General Federation of Trade Unions, as well as by other partners, regarding the ongoing industrial action at NCMME involving workers represented by UNISON. These unions and partners have questioned your continued involvement in the partnership while this dispute re

26/02/2026 Sent by email To: Lynn Dunning (CEO) CC: Katie Cavanagh (Head of Collections, Exhibitions and Digital) Dear Lynn I am writing to you on behalf of the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) to send solidarity greetings to your members, who continue their strike action today. My name is Henry Fowler, and I am writing in relation to the General Strike 100 partnership — a national collaboration of museums, libraries, archives, and local history groups marking the centenary of the 1926 General Strike. Since the project’s development in October 2024, the National Coal Mining Museum for England (NCMME) has been involved in discussions and joined the partnership. However, concerns have been raised by affiliates of the General Federation of Trade Unions, as well as by other partners, regarding the ongoing industrial action at NCMME involving workers represented by UNISON. These unions and partners have questioned your continued involvement in the partnership while this dispute re

We have informed other partners of this decision and will be publicising this letter via social media to make clear the actions we are taking in support of the striking workers. We sincerely hope that NCMME will prioritise negotiations with UNISON, reach a fair resolution, and be able to rejoin us during this important anniversary year. Yours sincerely Henry Fowler Assistant General Secretary, General Federation of Trade Unions Project coordinator, General Strike 100

We have informed other partners of this decision and will be publicising this letter via social media to make clear the actions we are taking in support of the striking workers. We sincerely hope that NCMME will prioritise negotiations with UNISON, reach a fair resolution, and be able to rejoin us during this important anniversary year. Yours sincerely Henry Fowler Assistant General Secretary, General Federation of Trade Unions Project coordinator, General Strike 100

Our Assistant General Secretary,@redhen90.bsky.social, has just sent the below letter to @ncmme.bsky.social CEO Lynn Dunning

"It's our position that while you remain in dispute with @unisontheunion members, it is not appropriate for the museum to continue as part of #GeneralStrike100 partnership."

26.02.2026 17:19 👍 5 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 1
This image is a promotional poster for a May Day event on May 4, 2026, titled "Turn London Red." It features large red text and three red-tinted images: Nelson's Column with a flag, a double-decker bus displaying "Red Route," and a crowd with banners in Trafalgar Square. Details include "12 noon Clerkenwell Green" and "March 1pm to Trafalgar Square" in red text at the bottom.

This image is a promotional poster for a May Day event on May 4, 2026, titled "Turn London Red." It features large red text and three red-tinted images: Nelson's Column with a flag, a double-decker bus displaying "Red Route," and a crowd with banners in Trafalgar Square. Details include "12 noon Clerkenwell Green" and "March 1pm to Trafalgar Square" in red text at the bottom.

The image is a flyer for "May Day 2026." It invites people to a celebration in London on May 4, 2026, marking International Workers Day and the centenary of the General Strike 1926. The event includes a gathering at Clerkenwell Green at 12 noon, followed by a march to Trafalgar Square. The flyer emphasizes the theme: "Workers Make History!" and highlights the shift in date to May 4 instead of the traditional May 1.

The image is a flyer for "May Day 2026." It invites people to a celebration in London on May 4, 2026, marking International Workers Day and the centenary of the General Strike 1926. The event includes a gathering at Clerkenwell Green at 12 noon, followed by a march to Trafalgar Square. The flyer emphasizes the theme: "Workers Make History!" and highlights the shift in date to May 4 instead of the traditional May 1.

Workers Make History! 🔥

We are the driving force for positive change in our society. We were in 1926 and we will continue today in 2026 ✊

Mark the centenary of the start of the General Strike 1926 🚩

🔴 Turn London Red on 4 May: https://bit.ly/LDNMayDayRSVP

#GFTU #MayDay2026 #MayDay

26.02.2026 17:14 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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The Gloucestershire Phlebotomists are breaking records 📈

We were with them on day 236

Make sure you are with them on day 365

🎯365 supporters, one for every day of the strike on 17 March

RSVP: bit.ly/Phlebs365day

#StrikeMap #NHS #Gloucestershire #Phlebotomists #UNISON

26.02.2026 08:53 👍 9 🔁 6 💬 0 📌 1
A man is pictured left folding his arms next to a woman who is just in front of him holding an wireless device. Both are smiling and wearing a high-vis looking to the camera.

A man is pictured left folding his arms next to a woman who is just in front of him holding an wireless device. Both are smiling and wearing a high-vis looking to the camera.

🚨 The Employment Rights Act: Update for Unions & Workers

🗣 Morrish Solicitors webinar | 📅 March 11 | ⏰ 11am

👋 Designed for trade unions, associations and their members - https://www.morrishsolicitors.com/employment-rights-act-webinar-update-unions-workers-oct25/

#GFTU #EmploymentRights

25.02.2026 18:49 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Strike Map logo. Text reads: 365 Day. One year today in our fight for fair pay. Picture of picket line. Text reads mass demo and march for the phlebs on 17 march.

Strike Map logo. Text reads: 365 Day. One year today in our fight for fair pay. Picture of picket line. Text reads mass demo and march for the phlebs on 17 march.

NEW| 🪧JOIN US for 365 DAY

A mass demo & march for the Gloucestershire Phlebotomists on their 365th day of strike action.

🗓️17 March| 🕤9.30am
📍Cheltenham General Hospital, GL53 7AN

Help us mobilise 365 supporters, for 365 days of action.

ℹ️ & RSVP: bit.ly/Phlebs365day

25.02.2026 10:56 👍 10 🔁 6 💬 0 📌 2
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The #EmploymentRightsAct will be introduced in phases from 2026 to late 2027, covering nearly 30 sections.

See Morrish Solicitors' briefing & timeline for trade unions and working people, outlining each phase and when it’s due to take effect - www.morrishsolicitors.com/wp-content/u...

#GFTUWinWin

25.02.2026 09:51 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A group of people at a protest hold a large banner reading "National March Stop the War." Behind them, banners for "Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament" and placards with "Free Palestine" are visible. The background shows trees and additional participants.

A group of people at a protest hold a large banner reading "National March Stop the War." Behind them, banners for "Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament" and placards with "Free Palestine" are visible. The background shows trees and additional participants.

🔥 We've created a place where voices come together, ideas spark action, and #Solidarity turns into real momentum.

Be part of a growing digital community that stands up, speaks out, and supports one another right from your phone 📳 - https://chat.whatsapp.com/JLfCMDn1ZF33f87GzfZWQ8

#GFTU

24.02.2026 16:54 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Our President, @sarahwoolley1.bsky.social , speaking in plenary at yesterday’s SUTR/ @tuc.org.uk workers against the right conference.

👏Fantastic to have such a successful #GFTU workshop on Rebuilding Solidarity: challenging far right narratives in the workplace & the community.

22.02.2026 08:11 👍 5 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0
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A person is speaking at an indoor event with attendees seated at tables. A banner with the logo "GFTU" and the text "Become a Friend" is visible in the background. Guests are clapping, and there are food items on tables.

Every gain for workers starts with knowledge. The #GFTU newsletter keeps you connected to the heart of the movement:

📰 What’s really going on
✊ How workers are being supported
📣 Where your voice is needed next

💡 Stay informed, involved and ready - https://gftu.org.uk/newsletter-subscription/

20.02.2026 16:48 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Hunger is trade union issue. We must take collective action ✊

Our GS, @gawainlittle.bsky.social, will be joining
@ianbyrnemp.bsky.social, @sarahwoolley1.bsky.social & others in an online rally to tackle food poverty.

Monday 23 Feb | 6:30pm

🚩Join us: bit.ly/therighttofood

#RightToFood #GFTU

20.02.2026 08:53 👍 5 🔁 6 💬 0 📌 0
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🚩STEWARDS NEEDED 🚩
– LONDON MAY DAY (MON 4 MAY 2026)

Can you volunteer? Get in touch or attend the stewards' briefing:

11:00am, Clerkenwell Green (outside Marx Memorial Library)

Nearest station: Farringdon ✊

19.02.2026 15:42 👍 6 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 0
Bold text against a black background reads, "March for love. For hope. For unity. Together." with the date "28th March" and location "London" highlighted in colored boxes.

Bold text against a black background reads, "March for love. For hope. For unity. Together." with the date "28th March" and location "London" highlighted in colored boxes.

We're coming together to say enough is enough 🚩

@togetheralliance.bsky.social is mobilising and organising across the country to bring a message of hope over fear.

📢 Major demo | 📍 London | 📅 28 March

Build an alliance of #Solidarity & #Unity: https://www.togetheralliance.org.uk/

#TOGETHER #GFTU

19.02.2026 17:11 👍 4 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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Our GS, @gawainlittle.bsky.social, will be at this year's Tyne & Wear #MayDay rally 🔥

#Solidarity forever ✊

#GeneralStrike100 #GFTU

18.02.2026 19:05 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Speaker Announcement:
Steve Wright General Secretary of the Fire Brigades Union!

Join us on 4 May to Turn London Red 🚩

18.02.2026 10:03 👍 8 🔁 8 💬 1 📌 1
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🙌 Fantastic to be a part of our affiliate POA's branch officers training at the workers retreat, Quorn Grange Hotel.

We’re proud to deliver independent trade union education for the whole movement.

Book your next course: gftuet.org.uk/education

#TUEd #GFTUET #GFTU

17.02.2026 19:51 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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A person is speaking at a table with another individual who is writing. The room has a large window with brick buildings visible outside. A colorful water bottle and a glass are on the table.

We've built a community worth shouting about and we want you involved 💯

We only share what matters. We use our platforms to amplify messages, build awareness and make a positive impact.

🤝 Share in our mission - https://chat.whatsapp.com/JLfCMDn1ZF33f87GzfZWQ8

#GFTU

17.02.2026 16:45 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Whatever the court decides, you cannot ban solidarity.

Our latest donation to the @unitetheunion.bsky.social Birmingham Bin Strike has just been sent.

✊We have now raised over £4,000 for this strike.

#StrikeMap #YouCannotBanSolidarity

17.02.2026 09:16 👍 10 🔁 8 💬 0 📌 1