20 Reasons To Join The CWU
20 reasons to join the CWU
1. Union members get paid more (TUC figures show this can be by around 17%)
2. Health & Safety at union workplaces is better (there are 50% less accidents in union workplaces)
3. Redundancies happen less in unionised workplaces; payoffs are negotiated and usually higher than where there is no union.
4. CWU members are covered by 24 hour accident insurance
5. CWU members can be accompanied by their union representatives to grievance meetings
6. CWU members can be accompanied by their union representatives to disciplinary meetings
7. CWU members have access to union training and a variety of courses at Union learning centres (from computer courses to languages and vocational training)
8. CWU member's next of kin receive funeral benefit should the worst happen.
9. CWU members win millions of pounds a year in compensation claims backed by our legal team
10. CWU members have access to advice, support and legal back up on work related issues
11. CWU members can access legal advice on non work related issues
12. The CWU campaigns nationally amongst employers, politicians and industry groups to improve working rights and legislation
13. All CWU members have a voice in our democratic union and all can get involved in their branch and stand for union elections.
14. The CWU has thousands of trained reps who ensure that employers keep to the law at work and stick to agreements made with the company
15. The CWU fights for the rights of all workers and is opposed to all forms of discrimination in and out of work
16. CWU members get discounts on a range of financial services including cheap health insurance through the Communication Workers Friendly Society.
17. Many CWU branches offer a free Will making service for members.
18. CWU members are covered by our motor breakdown cover scheme.
19. The CWU backs equal treatment for part time and temporary workers
20. Joining the CWU lets you join forces with hundreds of thousands of other workers and be able to speak with a stronger voice for a better working life.
