Joining a Union

A union is an organisation of workers who represent the workforce of a

company or establishment who act together to protect and secure the  

rights and appropriate benefits of people in the workplace.

Unions are considered to be quite powerful, as the carry they thoughts and  

opinions and are the representative of thousands of employees.

UK law states that you have the right to choose to join a union when you

are 16. If you choose to join a union, they will advise you on your rights at

work and will provide assistance if you need to resolve issues you may

have with your employer. Ask your colleagues if they are members of a

union, what services they provide and who your union representative is.