I aim to pay a visit to TU studies at least once a year, in order
to discuss areas of common interest.
We looked at a number of current issues -
Firstly, I presented Trish with Framed Certificate from the Associated
Union of Woodworkers & Joiners. The original of which was found
in the Foresters Hall in Brightlingsea.
This had come about from Trish saying that there were not many pictures
on the walls of the TU Centre.
Secondly - There was the presentation of 4 Trades Council "Limited
Edition" Mugs. I told the background to how we had arranged the
mugs for the Alternative Oyster Feast. This lead to discussion on
the Alternative Oyster Feast.
This brought up the profile of Trades Councils, Frank the current
course tutor had been involved in revitalising Medway TUC.
The profile of TUCs is a concern and it was agreed I would come and
deliver a talk on Trades Councils to the students on the Employment
Law course.
TUCs Public Services Not Private Profit meeting on 11.11.08 at Greenstead
Community Centre was discussed. Trish offered to use contacts to see
if speakers from UCU and PCS would be able to attend. Trish offered
to help with publicity for the meeting.
I talked about our efforts under Anti Racism and Anti Racism Action
plan and the Equality & Diversity Statement. Trish offered her
support to our efforts, I left the AFARAP pack containing details
of Equality & Diversity Statement and sign up sheets.
I will discuss later in the year whether Trades Council would make
the award for " Special Achievement" as we did in 2007.
It was noted that TUC will from time to time bring in the surplus
Trade Union magazines they receive for students to read at break times
A useful meeting which helps us all, I think.
Chris Burrow
14.10.08
