Brick by brick
The reopening of Redhills Durham is a reminder of how Britain’s trade unions built their own networks of welfare, art and culture, writes Rhian E. Jones Coalmining has played an essential part in shaping Durham. Beyond the county’s picture-postcard city, cathedral and university, the Durham...
Firefighters back Birmingham bin workers and will not clear waste, says FBU
The Fire Brigades Union has offered its support to striking bin workers in Birmingham. Councillor Roger Harmer, the leader of the Liberal Democrats in Birmingham, last week argued that the army or fire service should be brought in to clear obstructions and waste. The FBU said it would advise members...
