EC Papers September 2018

EC Minutes July 2018

would incorporate Stages 1 & 2 and if unions require additional material specific to them this could also be accommodated.

Bro. Nicholls proposed that The Union Building Conference should be incorporated into 2019’s BGCM and other events particularly in Manchester for the celebration of the 120 th anniversary. The GFTU BGCM venue was confirmed to be taking place at Quorn May 2019.

Red Cross training was discussed and Bro. Nicholls confirmed that these courses could be run anywhere in the country to suit affiliates needs.

Mental Health and Awareness courses were discussed in detail. EC members agreed to further investigate if the Red Cross offered any first aid courses that were specifically designed for mental health. Bro. Williams agreed to investigate and report back. Sis. Miller also agreed to investigate staff care and welfare courses.

Bro. Smith reported that all Pension scheme courses were also cancelled despite being requested by affiliated unions.

EC members discussed in detail the current cancellation policy of ‘no shows’ to courses due to the costs involved to the GFTU.

EC members agreed to clarify the policy and inform the unions that they would be liable for cost and an amendment to the current course authorisation form would be required.

EC Members wished to note thanks Bro. Callow for his work involved in the Education programme.

6. Win:Win Services.

Bro. Richards, Operations Manager, reported on his ongoing work with the development and progression of Win:Win services.

Bro. Richards reported that 12% of revenue would be generated for all courses taken up with the Red Cross Training for affiliates applying through GFTU account.

Bro. Richards had held a meeting with Co Operative phones and an agreement had been made that 6% of call costs would be generated and this offer would also be available to affiliates to create revenue.

Bro. Richards circulated a design and print leaflet offering 50% discount to affiliates on any manual or electronic ballots.

Bro. Richards circulated previous hotel promotional material for overnight and dinner offer excusive to affiliates. EC members were asked to inform of any changes for future marketing purposes.

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