London Taxi Driver's Branch Demands Assurances, Protections & Investigation Following Recall Of TX4 Models

Submitted by rmtlondon on 15 October, 2012 - 23:03

As the London Cab Trade attempts to recover from the economic disaster of the Olympics caused by the scaremongering publicity from TfL - since admitted and regretted by the Mayor of London - and the decision by TfL to exclude us from the Games lane, we were again dismayed when TfL suspended the licences of over 300 new Taxi’s following a steering fault that could have endangered the lives of Driver and passenger alike.

The RMT therefore demand the following:

  • The IMMEDIATE SUSPENSION OF THE 15 YEAR RULE to ensure that those owners can continue to work so that the effect of the TX4 ‘interruption to the supply chain’ is mitigated and that the Cab fleet can cope with demand coming up to the Peak period.

Bakerloo News October 2012

Submitted by Joffe on 15 October, 2012 - 04:08

Click on the attachment to see the October edition of Bakerloo News.
Main stories follow:

LU’s detrainment procedure is unsafe!

It has been widely reported in the media and in the work place that an incident involving a 12 year old boy who was overcarried into the Queens Park north sheds has called into question London Underground’s detrainment procedures.

RMT To Provide Most Effective Support We Can Regarding Police Treatment Of Assistant General Secretary Steve Hedley

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 22:42

We note the resolution from our London Transport Regional Council and share its concern over the police’s treatment of our Assistant General Secretary.

We refer this matter to our Legal Services Sub-committee to examine and report on the most effective support we can provide to Brother Hedley.

Regional Councils and branches to be advised.

RMT Prepares For Expected Reintroduction Of Government Cuts To Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 22:35

Anticipating the imminent reintroduction of government proposals to cut entitlement to claim Criminal Injuries Compensation, we instruct the General Secretary to immediately:

  • establish an e-petition on the 10 Downing Street / directgov website demanding the
  • withdrawal of the proposed cuts to the CICS, and urge members and supporters to add their names
  • support EDM422 and urge members and supporters to lobby their MPs to sign it

RMT Concerned Over London Underground's Apparent Assistance To English Defense League Demonstrators Travel

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 22:29

We note the resolution from our London Transport Regional Council and share its opposition to the English Defence League (EDL) and its concern over London Underground’s apparent assistance to EDL demonstrators.

We refer this matter to our Political, Transport Policy and Liberation Sub-committee for examination and report.

Jubilee South Branch October Newsletter

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 21:25

This months edition of Jubilee South Branch's newsletter has details on the previous meeting, an update on a Stratford representative who has been unrecognised by management and information on the upcoming demo against austerity.

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Letter To Tube Lines Members Regarding Industrial Action On Pensions & Passes Dispute

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 21:10

From General Secretary Bob Crow

I refer to my previous letter of 28th September 2012 in support of Tube Line members’ demands for equal pension and travel benefits. As you will recall the RMT General Grades Committee requested support for an overtime ban over the weekend of 5 th to 8th October 2012. I am pleased to inform you that this action was well observed by RMT members.

So that our members’ demands are met in full the General Grades Committee has considered further action and request that you support the following action:

RMT Evidence To The Greater London Assembly Follow-up To Its Investigation Into The State Of The Tube

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 20:30

As the largest trade union on London Underground, and the only union representing all grades on London Underground, RMT deeply regrets that no action has been taken following the GLA investigation into the state of the Tube.

In particular, RMT is deeply concerned that following the Union’s active engagement in the investigation, and the subsequent good faith with which we engaged the Olympics, that it now appears that our members are faced with an unprecedented assault.

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RMT London Calling October Newsletter

Submitted by Admin on 12 October, 2012 - 19:47

The London Olympics was a resounding success thanks to the role of different sections of workers who delivered the Games. London Underground staff worked around the clock to provide an excellent service for the million extra passengers a day.

People from all over the world, able bodied and disabled, expressed their delight that stations were staffed by knowledgeable staff.

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Service Control Grades Meeting

A meeting to discuss recent developments regarding Hammersmith SCC,
Management are trying to reneage on the protected earnings for life.
Management are insisting the SCL! grade will move across into the new room ( supported by TSSA ), in effect 20 SCL1's at baker St and a current campaign for 40 will take most of the expected positions.