RMT Defends LU Stations Reps Numbers

Submitted by Janine on 22 March, 2011 - 19:00

RMT General Grades Committee decision about London Underground Machinery of Negotiation and Consutlation:

“We note that following the job- cutting OSP, which reduced the number of Station groups from 42 to 37, London Underground management has unilaterally declared a reduction in the number of RMT representatives. Their action in doing so is completely outside the agreed processes.

The Machinery of Negotiation and Consultation states that:

Climate Week

RMT TfL No.1 Branch will be highlighting Climate Week by holding a competition for both ‘New’ members joining in this week and ‘Existing’ members who are already signed up.

If ‘Existing’ members go online to
https://membership.rmt.org.uk/services/p_wwv_rmt_logon and correct, or update their contact and work details they will be entered into a Prize Draw to win a Solar MP3/Phone Charger.

Any staff members who sign up to RMT will also be entered into a separate Prize Draw to win another Solar MP3/Phone Charger.

26th March Demonstration - Stop The Cuts Demo

Submitted by Peter on 22 March, 2011 - 01:31

This Saturday promises to be the biggest trade union march in a decade. The National TUC Demo, Saturday 26th March in London: make sure you’re there and be a part of the biggest trade union demonstration in years, when the TUC marches against the Government’s savage austerity cuts.

Click 'Read More' to get the latest information about the plans for the day

RMTv: Reinstate Arwyn and Eamonn

Submitted by Peter on 22 March, 2011 - 00:54

The RMT have released a video to explain the reason for balloting members to get our sacked reps, Eamonn Lynch and Arwyn Thomas reinstated.

RMT is balloting for industrial action at London Underground over the victimisation of these two drivers and union reps.

Union issues: your input please

Submitted by Admin on 18 March, 2011 - 15:58

As well as our more high-profile issues and disputes, there are several other issues that have been put to the RMT Executive (General Grades Committee) and which we are currently considering.* I have listed these below; if you would like to know more about any of them, or would like some input into what the union says or does about them, please email me and I will send you more details.

  • Assessment of T/Ops by I/Ops
  • Employee helpline – LUL
  • TUPE transfer – Alstom Metro Trains to TubeLines

Station Job Cuts-ACAS Review Report back Meeting 24th March 1300-1800 St Aloysius Social Club, Euston

Submitted by 1913 Lockout on 17 March, 2011 - 11:12

A report back meeting on the ACAS Reviews will be held on the 24th March at St Aloysius Social Club,20 Phoenix Road,Euston.

There will be a presentation/report on the work done to date on the four reviews,Safety,Collective Grievances,Ticket Office and Equalities.

There will be two sittings of these presentations, the first will be at 1300 and the second will be at 1600.

All members,Level 1 Representatives and activists are welcome.

Resolution: Young Members Advisory Committee – Basis of Representation

Submitted by Admin on 16 March, 2011 - 13:39

This resolution submitted by Neasden branch was carried unanimously by the March metting of the Regional Council:

This Regional Council notes the formation of the Young Members Advisory Committee, as per clause 1 of rule 12D.

This branch also notes the inconsistency of the basis of representation between the Young Members advisory committee (1 per region) and the other equal rights advisory committees, governed by rule 12A (5 Per Region).

Resolution: London Underground "Rainbow" Attendance Process

Submitted by Admin on 16 March, 2011 - 13:33

This resolution submitted by Neasden branch was carried unanimously by the March metting of the Regional Council:

That this LRTC notes with concern LU’s demand that some staff must meet a 96% attendance level.

This 96% attendance level has been explained as a part of a ‘Rainbow’ process and has been used against RMT members to threaten further action up to and including medical termination.

Finsbury Park Monthly News - March 2011

Submitted by plectrum on 16 March, 2011 - 00:17

Click on the attachment below to download the March edition of Monthly News.

In this edition:

Support our Victimised Reps - How Arwyn Thomas and Eammon Lynch were stitched up by the company and why we need to be prepared to strike to ensure their reinstatement;

Safety Breakdown on Victoria Line - Monthly News explains the consequences of the failure of Victoria Line management to consult with the unions on safety issues, and why drivers should vote 'YES' for action short of a strike in the forthcoming ballot;