Lantern Parade 15 Nov & Xmas Events 21 Nov- 6 Dec
Posted: 3rd November 2025
Magical Lantern Parade & Christmas Events
15th Nov AND over 21st Nov to 6th Dec
Branch News
Remembrance Day
Posted: 3rd November 2025
(See all events on this link) ‘For Your Tomorrow We Gave Today’
This is an important time to remember those who lost their lives estimated at 75 million worldwide for World War II, as well as those who were affected by that devastating period in our history, recognised by the…
Leeds Public service event November 2025
Posted: 3rd November 2025
The branch secretary Graham Forshaw and union representative Steve Royle attended a Public services event in Leeds over the weekend,
Guest speaker GMB General Secretary Gary Smith gave a speech on the Current state of affairs around public services
Raising Funds for a Good Cause
Posted: 29th October 2025
I’m raising £500 to JJ’s Scouting Adventure to Switzerland – Help Him Get There!
Story
I am a GMB member and my son JJ, aged 12, has been a proud member of 1st Mossley Scouts for the past 7 years. Through dedication, and a love for adventure, he’s been selected to join an incredible international…
Praised Tameside Employees
Posted: 28th October 2025
Some Feel Good News Circulating:
A three man crew from waste services have been praised for helping a 92 year lady. Who had fallen in her home which was on their service round, and needed help.
Please read the BBC article in the following link.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3rjp7101wno?app-referrer=deep-link
Campaign-Does your employer provide PPE fit for all?
Posted: 27th October 2025
By law, employers are required to provide suitable and sufficient PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to everyone who requires it, yet many members are reporting they can’t access PPE which fits properly.
Women union reps from across industries have come together, to tackle this nationwide issue…
GMB Tameside08 Branch Poster
Posted: 25th October 2025
GMB Tameside08 Branch Poster:
We are circulating our Poster to promote the use of our website.
Please ask for a copy to be emailed to you using the ‘Contact Us’ option on this site, so that the poster can be placed on your available noticeboards.
Where necessary, you can ask for a printed copy to…
Health Warning-Think
Posted: 24th October 2025
Norovirus warning for your health and what to do. Please read the article, and consult your GP where you need advice.
Think about colleagues and others regarding staying away from work.
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/ukhsa-issues-stay-home-warning-32735085
Want To Get Involved
Posted: 20th October 2025
Want To Get Involved
It’s only with the help and support of our members that we can push for change, ensuring a safer and fairer work place and society. Take a look at the forthcoming events that you can join in with or please get in touch to see how else you can…
Equality Pay for Women Settlement
Posted: 14th October 2025
14th October 2025 BBC News GMB Union settlement success.
A council’s equal pay dispute with its female staff has come to an end after a settlement was reached.
It follows an agreement in principle being reached last December…