Quietly, the unions flex their muscles

Article Abstract:

The UK is not set to see a sudden outbreak of trade union militancy, but the unions are nevertheless making preparations for the possibility of a Labour government in 1997. Union leaders are optimistic about the future, feeling that they are starting to establish warmer links with the Labour party, even though there is no possibility of them having a direct influence over the party's economic policies. They are also aware that taking on too high a profile would damage Labour's election chances.

Political activity, Labor unions

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Don't work for us, urges BA's least favourite executive

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It is important to be honest with employees and to accept their criticism, according to Bob Ayling, chief executive of British Airways. Many employees have criticised his wide-reaching Business Efficiency Plan, under which the company will save 1 billion pounds sterling over three years and 5,000 redundancies will be made. He believes that cost-cutting and improved efficiency are vital if British Airways is to be able to stand up to growing competition created by deregulation.

Management, Airlines, Interview, British Airways PLC, Ayling, Robert

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Gay ex-Tory fights to hold on to the Rhondda

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Chris Bryant, the Labour party candidate for the constituency of Rhondda Valley, Wales, is profiled. He is homosexual and was previously a member of the Conservative party.

Biography, Labour Party (United Kingdom), Politicians, Bryant, Chris

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