Just a very quick post from the (free) trade union Community Internet stall, about to go to start of conference.
First impression, the massive security presence is a bit of a shock. The Police have cordoned off a big chunk of the area around the conference centre. Even pubs have been shut down. No-one is allowed into this area without passes. I suppose this is necessary in this day and age but it is quite a contrast to UNISON conferences. Lots of armed Police and helicopters, even apparently a navy gun boat off shore!
I couldn't find the T&G Unite demo, but there was a colourful "lobby" by GMB over Remploy outside.
Up 7AM today for run along beach then delegation meeting (I am a UNISON Labour Link delegate for London) at 9.30am. I'll try and write something up on this, especially about the rule change. Future delegation meeting start at 7:30am!
Picture of sunset while taking a walk along the beach last night.
My own personal blog. UNISON NEC member for Housing Associations & Charities, HA Convenor, London Regional Council Officer & Chair of its Labour Link Committee. Newham Cllr for West Ham Ward, Vice Chair of Local Authority Pension Fund Forum, Pension trustee, Housing & Safety Practitioner. Centre left and proud member of Labour movement family. Strictly no trolls please. Promoted by Luke Place on behalf of J.Gray, Newham Labour Group, St Luke’s Community Centre, E16 1HS.
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