Summary from August’s Monthly Meeting
In addition to our members we were joined this month by representatives from local organisations and guest speakers. Meeting summary follows: Polish Voices Phil Shepherd spoke about this media project, involving The Engine Room and members of the Polish community. It...
read moreMade in Dagenham the Musical
6th - 9th July - Book early to avoid disappointment! Made in Dagenham the Musical (kindly sponsored by Taunton Ford) tells the important story of the Ford women's strike of 1968 is both funny and heart-warming and reminds us our voices can be heard if we come...
read moreCommunity Activist Development Weekend at Ruskin College
A free course available only to Unite Community members in the South West. Numbers are limited! To be discussed at upcoming group meetings. Message courtesy of Brett Sparkes our South West Regional Coordinator. Hi All We have a fabulous opportunity for a weekend...
read moreGetting the Right Advice, Places to Go
This factsheet gives brief information on ways you can get advice on benefits and other related issues. The information on this page has been reproduced from the original factsheet by Disability Rights UK who are campaigning for a society where everyone can...
read moreTolpuddle Martyrs Festival – July 17th
Every June the Tolpuddle festival is a focal point for the regeneration of the Labour Movement and is held in the small Dorset Village where the Martyrs of the same name came from. Each year we take a group of people down there and this year is no different. Brian...
read moreThe Ross Pritchard Essay Competition
The Annual Ross Pritchard Essay Competition is open to all trade unionists, first prize £750, closing date Saturday 22nd September. The RPMF was established to commemorate the life of one of the Graphical, Paper & Media Union’s best known rank and file members, Ross...
read moreLocal coaches to the People’s Assembly – March for Homes, Health, Jobs, Education
Dear All Here are details of local coaches travelling to London on Saturday 16th April for the Peoples Assembly March. All coaches are completely free for members and their families (donations are welcome to help cover the costs). The themes of the march are the same...
read moreLaunch of International Women’s Day in Bridgwater
It's International Women's Day today! Celebrate by: checking out our wall of women in person at Bridgwater library which will be on display until the 12th March. visiting our International Women's Day - Digital Display on our website. find us on Pinterest too where we...
read moreUnite at The Engine Room – Launch
Join us for the launch of Unite at The Engine Room! Meet fellow members for friendship and support, gain new skills, and regain your confidence. Light snacks provided! The Engine Room is a great meeting space for the community. There is space for learning,...
read moreDay of Action Against Benefit Sanctions on March 9th
Join us on Wednesday 9 March 2016 for our Day of Action against Sanctions. We'll be demonstrating at the Cornhill in Bridgwater between 11am and 1pm, please come along and join us and show your support! Click here for a map of the location More and more people are...
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