Episodes
Monday Apr 29, 2019
What Future For ACAS? - w/Brendan Barber
Monday Apr 29, 2019
Monday Apr 29, 2019
In the latest Unions21 podcast, @beckyunions21 and @simonsapper talk to ACAS chair Brendan Barber. What is the future for this paragon of tripartite social partnership? We think you will be surprised and encouraged! We also preview the forthcoming U21 conference, and definitely absolutely do not give away any Avengers movie spoilers. Honest. A Makes-You-Think production. #DontSpoilTheEndGame
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
Industrial Strategy and Collective Voice - w/Chi Onwurah
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
Thursday Apr 18, 2019
In the latest Unions21 podcast, Simonand Becky tackle the issue of how to ensure that collective worker voice is embodied in the UK’s industrial strategy-
both a live and challenging issue. To get a different perspective, we spent some time with the Shadow Minister responsible for this policy area, Labour’s Chi Onwurah talking about this and her work as chair of the All-party Parliamentary Group on diversity and inclusivity in STEM, Also in this episode: the challenge of organising in Amazon, four day working weeks (or not) at the Welcome Trust, and how to get your U21 Conference tickets. A Makes-you-Think production.
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
What Makes NHS Employers tick? - w/Danny Mortimer
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
In the latest Unions21 podcast, Becky and Simon talk to Danny Mortimer– chief executive of the NHS Employers’ organisation. The lack of co-ordination and appetite amongst employers is frequently cited as a major inhibitor of good industrial relations and collective bargaining. So, when the lead negotiator for the employers of the largest workforce in the country offers to spend some time sharing his thoughts, that seems a good opportunity – to gain some insights and test some bona fides.We also preview the Unions21 conference – tickets available now - and following listener comments, extend our union recognition debate to Canada. A Makes-You-Think production.