Join us: trade union events 2022

Dear Colleague,

I am writing to let you know about a number of important trade union events taking place this year, many of which were not able to take place in-person for the last two years due to the pandemic.

With Banners Held High - Saturday 14th May 2022, Wakefield: This year's theme is 'The past we inherit. A green future we build'. Bring Union banners and placards. Assembling at Smyth Street, Wakefield at 10.45, setting off at 11.30 and arriving at Wood Street at around 12 noon. https://www.facebook.com/pg/withbannersheldhigh/posts/

24th Jim Connell commemoration weekend - Kells and Crossakiel, Ireland, Friday 20th - Sunday 22nd May: Note that this year this event has changed from the first weekend of May. Follow the event page for more details - 

https://m.facebook.com/events/1016337418994757

Merthyr Rising, Friday 10th - Sunday 12th June, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales: This music, arts and ideas festival celebrates working class culture and resistance. More details available here - https://www.merthyrrising.uk/

Durham Miners' Gala - Saturday 9th July: This year's gala will be dedicated to key workers. More information and to register for updates - https://www.friendsofdurhamminersgala.org/confirmed_durham_miners_gala_r...

Tolpuddle Martyr's Festival, Friday 15th - Sunday 17th July, Dorset: Trade union festival including music, fringe meetings, discussions. For more information and to purchase tickets visit https://www.tolpuddlemartyrs.org.uk/festival/whats-on

Burston Strike School Rally, Sunday 4th September, Near Diss, Norfolk: Marking what has become known as 'the longest strike in history'. Follow the event page for updates - https://www.facebook.com/groups/9098942153

Please do all you can to attend these important trade union events.

Yours sincerely,

Michael Lynch
General Secretary