All CWU members will soon receive a ballot paper concerning the future of the CWU Political Fund. This fund, in place for many years, allows the union to campaign politically,…
Political Fund Ballot – Vote Yes to Protect Your Voice 🗳️ The CWU’s Political Fund Ballot is opening on 24th September and will run until 15th October. This ballot is…
LTB 317/24 – ANDY KERR FUNERAL – BROADCAST DETAILS No: 317/24 19th September 2024 TO: ALL BRANCHES Dear Colleague ANDY KERR FUNERAL – BROADCAST DETAILS We are aware many of you…
On Tuesday, 10th September 2024, the CWU joins the global effort in recognising World Suicide Prevention Day. This year’s theme, “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” encourages everyone to “Start the…
From September 2024, older adults in England aged 75 to 79 will be eligible for a free RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) vaccine. This programme aims to protect against RSV, a…
The Northern Ireland Telecoms Branch (CWU NITB) is proud to support Fermanagh’s first-ever official Pride event, set to take place on Saturday, 7th September 2024 in the beautiful town of…
As the summer winds down, the CWU NI Young Workers are ready to keep the energy high with an exciting event you won’t want to miss! On Tuesday, 10th September,…
The Northern Ireland Assembly is hosting an Older People’s Parliament on Saturday, 12 October 2024, from 1-3pm (TBC) at Parliament Buildings. This event is a unique opportunity for older people…
Are you a young member of the CWU looking to learn more about the union and how you can get more involved? The National Young Workers Education Event is just…
The ongoing cuts to Winter Fuel Payments are causing real concern among pensioners across the UK. The National Pensioners Convention (NPC) has launched a vital petition protesting against these cuts,…
IC-ICTU reaction to Stormont announcement today of employment law reforms July 01, 2024 ICTU Assistant General Secretary Gerry Murphy said “Trade unions in Northern Ireland welcome today’s announcement by the…
LTB 196/24 – BT Openreach Fined £1.34 Million For Health and Safety Offence Following the Death of An Engineer No. 196/24 6th June 2024 Dear Colleagues, BT Openreach Fined £1.34 Million…
A special Branch Meeting will be held to ratify the NITB nominations for National Representative Positions 2024 (details below) for the CWU Retired Members Committee and the CWU Young workers…
LTB 190/24 – Men’s Health Week 2024 – Monday 10 – Sunday 16 June – Theme – ‘Let’s Talk Prostate’ & ‘Mens Health Counts:’ No. 190/24 6th June 2024 Dear Colleagues,…
The National Pensioners Convention (NPC) has unveiled “A Manifesto for Older People,” advocating for the establishment of a Commissioner for Older People and Ageing in England. This vital role aims…