John's Labour blog: Join an online campaign rally with Christina: UNISON General Secretary elections... johnslabourblog.org/2025/10/join... @Christina4GS #unison #unisonGreaterLondon I have just signed up for London rally. Took 2 mins sign up at: votechristina.org.uk/rallies%22

John's Labour blog: Surgery, Canvass then Forest Walk www.johnslabourblog.org/2025/10/surg... @newham_labour @LizCronin97 #walks

Today is World Mental Health Day. Please reach out for support with your mental health or wellbeing, here are a selection of the many numbers that you could call. Day or night there will be a service open and available to listen, you do not have to struggle alone.

I met Women’s Aid at Labour conference & heard about the children who’ve been put at risk or killed by perpetrators of domestic abuse. I support their campaign to ensure agencies & courts put children’s safety first when looking at access and to ensure they’re also protected from domestic abusers.

End of conference but now Deputy Leader Election Hustings #lab25

Final morning of #lab25. I am in the conference hall & wish I had got up earlier for a run to work off last night's @unison.org.uk reception. From yesterday with some new mates.

Today is the start of #BlackHistoryMonth with the theme “Standing Firm in Power and Pride.” It's a time to recognise and celebrate the Black trade unionists and community leaders who stood firm in the fight for fairness, equality and justice. #BHM25 unsn.uk/3IOE0aQ

John's Labour blog: Labour Conference 2025: Sunday johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/labour… @LAPFForu#Lab2525 @mgshanks @Bill_Esterson @thefabians.bsky.social

John's Labour blog: Peter Apps: “Homesick” Book Launch johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/peter-… @PeteApps @LabourHousing @newham_labour @insidehousing @UnisonHAB @NewhamBookshop

John's Labour blog: #Community SGE nominates Christina McAnea for UNISO... johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/commun… @Christina4G#unisonon

Day 2 #Lab25 #lab2025 started with a sunshine jog along the #mersey. Then @unisontheunion delegation huddle b4 the start of the conference. Good to see Chair @unisonglr comrade Anu Prasher

LIVE: UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea address Labour conference on peace in the Middle East #Lab25 www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzDe...

The 1889 dock strike was a key event in the industrial history of East London. The striking dockers were ultimately successful in securing the ‘dockers’ tanner’ and had gained the sympathy of the public for their cause. #newhamheritagemonth

John's Labour blog: Newham Street Count - September 25 johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/newham… @NewhamLondo#homelessnesss#streetcountn#housingng

Start of #Lab25 conference in #Liverpool. I am here as a #LabourLink @unisontheunion delegate. The day started with a 9am delegation meeting.

Vic Turner was a trade unionist, docker and activist. His arrest sparked huge demonstrations and threats of mass industrial action. After retiring from the docks he continued to be politically active first as a Newham councillor and then as Mayor. #newhamheritagemonth

John's Labour blog: The Blood Donor johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/the-... and another account of giving blood youtu.be/ffFBwbsIGbQ

👽💜 “In the workplace, no one stands alone.” 💚🌌 Just like the crew of the Nostromo, challenges can feel overwhelming. But in UNISON Fife Health Branch, solidarity is our survival. We face the unknown — together. 👉 Don’t stand alone. Join today: join.unison.org.uk

John's Labour blog: UNISON Labour Link National Committee Elections 2025: Vote Lola for London... johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/unis... @CllrLolaOyewusi

As Rosh Hashanah begins this evening, I wish Jewish communities in London and around the world a happy and healthy new year. Shana Tovah!

John's Labour blog: Forest Gate Dog Jammers johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/fore...

Increase in productivity since 1979: 87% Increase in hourly pay since 1979: 32% Just so happens that ~25% of workers were unionized in 1979. Today? 10%. As unions declined, the super-rich have taken a larger share of wealth generated by labor. We must build back union power.

The Thames Ironworks & Shipbuilding Company was a shipyard and iron works. In 1895 they started a football team, Thames Ironworks FC which evolved a few years later into West Ham United.⚒️ Shipbuilding and soccer; industry and sport. Key parts of the history of our local area. #newhamheritagemonth

John's Labour blog: Plaistow South By Election Day: Knocking up johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/plai... @Ashabbreviated @newham_labour @Uma_Kumaran @londonlabour.ca

Out "on the knocker" in Plaistow South by-election supporting @newham_labour Candidate @Ashabbreviated

Fascinating @NewhamLondon Health & Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission. Never heard of the "Alcohol Harm Paradox" - why do rich people suffer less than the poor from drinking too much? Better food? Less smoking? Chair @newhamsue.bsky.social

John's Labour blog: Christina McAnea: Nominated by UNISON Greater London Region as General Secretary Brilliant result!... johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/chri... @unisonglr

Minnie Baldock was a true East End suffragette. She founded the first branch of the WSPU with Annie Kenney. They held meetings in Canning Town Public Hall, very close to where you can now find the street named in her honour.

John's Labour blog: Funeral Mass of Councillor Neil Wilson, RIP johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/fune... @NewhamLondon @newham_labour

It’s the Mayor of London’s Community Weekend! There’s over 200 events, from local festivals and creative workshops to sports and volunteering activities. You can find out what is on here: www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

John's Labour blog: TUC Congress 2025: Day 4 johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/tuc-... #TUC25 @UnisonHAB

John's Labour blog: TUC Congress 2025: Day 3 johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/tuc-co…#TUC2525 @bphillipsonMP @The_TUC

John's Labour blog: TUC Congress 2025: Day 2 www.johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/tuc-... #TUC25

“How Should Trade Unions Respond to the Rise of Reform?” An excellent & constructive fringe at #TUC25 sponsored by @ThompsonsLaw Panel discussion followed by Q&A. We have to listen, understand and win over members who support reform & not simply condemn them.

John's Labour blog: TUC Congress 2025: Day 1 johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/tuc-co… @The_TUC @unisontheunio#TUC2525

Least we forget: Remembering the 85th anniversary of the #Blitz. Hat tip Newham History.

Start of @tuc.org.uk as @unison.org.uk NEC delegate

John's Labour blog: UNISON #Safety inspection in Leeds Housing office johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/unis... @unisontheunion.bsky.social @unisonclarion

Edith Kerrison was a true pioneer, the first woman to serve on West Ham Council. Her legacy lives on, with a plaque outside Stratford Library honouring “a life of service to others.” #NewhamHeritageMonth

Hat tip Private eye and @martinwarne.net

Canning Town was a centre of the Suffragette movement, pioneered by women like Norah Smyth. Her action supported women across the East End, at a time of great social change. #NewhamHeritageMonth

This Wellbeing Week, don’t forget the basics: ☑ Hydrate ☑ Move ☑ Take breaks ☑ Ask for support if you need it UNISON is proud to champion healthier, safer workplaces. 💜 Let’s look after each other — we’re stronger together.

John's Labour blog: UNISON NEC nominate Christina McAnea to be our General secretary... johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/unis... @christinamcanea.bsky.social @unison.org.uk

🧠 Feeling stressed? You're not alone. UNISON is here to support our members with guidance, resources and a listening ear during National Wellbeing Week — and all year round. 💜 Speak to your local rep 💜 Visit unison.org.uk for wellbeing resources 💜 Take a moment for you today

John's Labour blog: Another evening "on the knocker" in Plaistow South johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/anot... @Ashabbreviated @newham_labour @londonlabour.ca

John's Labour blog: Thursday 4 September: ‘The Challenges of the Management and maintenance of Social Housing... johnslabourblog.org/2025/09/thur... @labourhousinggroup.bsky.social

Look at this graph. The share of national income going to the richest 10 percent was lowest (and share to lower 90 percent highest) when union membership was at its highest. As unions have weakened, inequality has widened. This is why we must build back union power.

John's Labour blog: Saturday Labour doorstep in Plaistow South By elec... johnslabourblog.org/2025/08/satu... @londonlabour.ca @newham_labour @Ashabbreviated @ShantuShanzida

The way that housing co-ops work in Switzerland may seem foreign to many. But the central idea is simple: What if homeownership had no profit motive and no capital gains? Advocates say their model could reshape how the world thinks about affordable housing. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/26/r...

New post: The life and death of local Spanish Civil War International Brigade volunteer, Tom Duncombe: www.E7-NowandThen.org. @ibmt-scw.bsky.social @claptoncfc.co.uk