Paul Nowak: Conservative attacks on the right to protest threaten free speech, free assembly and open democracy
‘The threat to protest and the undermining of the right to strike raise questions about the UK’s commitment to open democracy’
‘The threat to protest and the undermining of the right to strike raise questions about the UK’s commitment to open democracy’
HeartUnions week is about celebrating the solidarity and power of a stronger trade union movement.
“We won’t be intimidated by this government, and we won’t be bullied. We will defend the right to strike at all costs.”
There are no two ways about it – working people have been abandoned by the Conservatives. It’s time for a reset.
Let’s be clear. These Conservative anti-strike laws are a dog’s dinner – they’re shambolic and unworkable and will frustrate employers, workers and unions alike.
‘Those earning the most in our society should be paying a fairer share.’
‘Disabled people are more at risk of having to make the difficult decision between heating and eating.’
‘Make no mistake – this is one of the most pernicious pieces of union-bashing legislation you will ever see.’
‘Everyone should be safe to be themselves at work’
‘Unions won’t rest until we know our vital rights at work are safe.’