“Anti-union laws decree that unions must hold a ballot to retain their political voice, and Fire Brigades Union members have voted decisively to keep their political fund.”
Matt Wrack, General Secretary of the Fire Brigades Union
By Fire Brigades Union
Fire Brigades Union members have voted to retain their political fund for the next ten years.
Results have been announced on May 1st, with members returning a 91% yes vote.
Under the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, trade unions cannot spend money on political objectives unless approved by a ballot every 10 years.
Matt Wrack, FBU general secretary said:
“The fire and rescue service has faced a decade of brutal political attacks. Politicians at local and national level have presided over dangerous cuts, taking aim at firefighters’ jobs, pay and conditions.
“Anti-union laws decree that unions must hold a ballot to retain their political voice, and Fire Brigades Union members have voted decisively to keep their political fund. As we approach a general election, firefighters will take our demand for urgent investment to all politicians at every level.”
- This article was originally published by the Fire Brigades Union on May 1st, 2024.
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