29th January 2010, 12:52 PM
Quote:what benefit to archaeologists (as individuals and as a profession) get from being unionised? That question needs an answer before many people will consider joining.
Suddenly I thought... take that sentence and insert group of choice IfA Diggers Forum CBA Rescue
at risk of getting a slap in the chops You answered it yourself many times " I have always advocated the 'don't moan about them, get involved and influence"
Busines link works well for us sole traders, small groups etc... the Field Worker et al... ah... there is the rub.. The answer is in the meaning of union... not the red flag waving cnd badge wearing donkey jacket peoples champion... BUT the strength in voice and numbers that comes to support a variety of issues from H&S PPE provision, pay conditions, representation.. and acting as another strong voice to govt. What it can do is due entirely (as Chiz et al say) up to the membership. Not in it? then surprise surprise... it don't work for you.
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