PCS is in dispute alongside colleagues in Unite after Equality and Human Rights Commission were told to expect budget cuts of 25%, on top of the 70% cut since 2010. Nineteen of the first 26 posts due to be axed are held by staff in the three lowest paid grades, meaning the government body responsible for protecting vulnerable workers is itself disproportionately targeting older, ethnic minority and disabled staff.
The commission's new structure would mean fewer caseworkers supporting victims of discrimination and the closure of offices in Birmingham, Leeds, Edinburgh and Newcastle. There will also be the loss of the conciliation service and grants programme. This is undermining the EHRC's statuary responsibilities to encourage equality and diversity, eliminate discrimination and protect the human rights of everyone in Britain.
PCS members have been supporting staff on the picket lines during their strike action. We ask for your support for the next day of action on Wednesday 18.1.17. If you can, please come along to the picket line on Corporation Street/Cross Street opposite Next, Arndale House, Manchester M4 3AQ between 7.00am and 10.15am.
Kind regards
Donna Henners
PCS
Band 2 Organising Officer
0151 298 3900
Jacquie and John Hadfield and Barry Fuge from Greater Manchester Arms are going
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