CWU Diversity Calendar 2019/2020

We have received a number of enquiries in relation to our newly produced CWU Diversity Calendar in terms of requests to receive extra copies.

The Calendar was very well received and our thanks again goes to all of the sponsoring branches, regions and committees.

If you would like extra copies of the Calendar, we are attaching a pdf for your use with this LTB which you are more than welcome to copy as per your requirements. A copy of the Calendar will also be available on the CWU website.

Any queries on this LTB should be directed to Fevzi Hussein, Policy Assistant fhussein@cwu.org in the first instance.

Yours sincerely,

Trish Lavelle

Assistant Secretary – Equality, Learning & Development

LTB 286 – CWU Diversity Calendar 2019-2020

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Parcelforce Worldwide – Message From Jamie Stephenson Operations Director – Safety Leadership Commitment Statement 2019/20:

Parcelforce Worldwide Operations Director Jamie Stephenson and new Parcelforce Head of Safety Robert Kelly have today shared with the CWU/HQ Health, Safety and Environment Department a newly published and circulated Safety Leadership Commitment Statement 2019/20. A copy of the covering message from the Operations Director and the Statement signed by the Director and his senior management team are attached for the information of CWU Health and Safety Reps, Branches and Regions.

The Directors asks for the entire Operations Leadership Team to support the statement and demonstrate commitment, sharing the commitment with the workforce across all Parcelforce operational sites, to stimulate discussion about the importance of safety in the business plus display it on the Safety, Health and Environment notice boards.

The Health, Safety & Environment Department has welcomed the statement and would ask that on occasions when CWU Reps observe that this safety commitment is not being followed within Parcelforce operations, then amongst other things, the opportunity should be taken to draw this statement to the attention of those responsible and their superiors.

Yours sincerely

Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer

19LTB284 Parcelforce Worldwide – Safety Leadership Commitment Statement 2019-20

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Message from Jamie Stephenson – Safety Leadership

Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) 13 – 19 May 2019 – Royal Mail Group Campaign & Communications Plan – “Because Healthy Minds Matter”:

Royal Mail Group have just yesterday, shared with the CWU/HQ Health Safety and Environment Department their plans for next week’s Mental Health Awareness Week, the outline details of which are set out below with the full Communications pack, sent to us, attached for the information and attention of Health and Safety Reps, Branches and Regions.

The late notice has been raised with the RMG SHE Health Team who acknowledged the point and have apologised, informing us that the short notice was caused by RMG Communications and the finalisation with that group on Comms slots in the RMG agenda.

Mental Health Awareness Week Launch WTLL

A WTLL session involving staff at all workplaces will open the week ‎with a conversation about how staff can support friends, family and colleagues who are experiencing mental health issues and also how people can support themselves.

Traditionally, mental health has been a very difficult subject to talk about so the aim will be to point out to the workforce that although in the past people have been able to talk freely about physical injuries and illnesses but not when it comes to mental health issues, it’s now ‘Time to Change’ and ‘Time to Talk’ because it’s not always so obvious that something is wrong mentally.

The WTLL will refer to the huge spectrum of mental health issues that can affect anyone at any time and will cover some of the causes.

Regardless of how it originates or manifests, a mental health condition can impact every aspect of our lives – home, work and relationships. Royal Mail will convey in the WTLL staff briefing that it believes everyone deserves the right to be supported through difficult times and to get the help or treatment they need.

There are two main things that will be discussed in the launch WTLL:

1. Firstly, if anyone in the workplace needs help and support in any way, giving the workforce a clear idea of who they can talk to and how to get help.
2. Secondly, ensuring staff are better equipped to have the right conversations with people who might need our support.

Support Options:

Raising awareness of the support options available and encouraging staff with issues feeling anxious, worried or stressed or in serious distress to open up, don’t hide problems, talk and ask for help, stressing that they are not alone and making the point that millions of people in this country are also wrestling with an unseen mental health condition.

Here are some options:

• Mental health support is available from the First Class Support helpline which is available 24/7. It’s confidential and free to use.
• Talk to the GP.
• Visit the Feeling First Class website where staff can access lots of support material.‎
• Talk to a manager or colleague who can help guide individuals to the right support services.
• Stressing to those struggling that conversations will be treated confidentially.
• Supporting each other – Communicate, encourage colleagues to talk and take the time to listen without judgement, some people just need to be heard, others need professional support, direct them to support services and help them to access what they need.

As Mental Health Awareness Week Continues – Reminding The Workforce That Help is at Hand:

• First Class Support is a 24/7, completely confidential and independent helpline for employees. Call 0800 6888777 to receive the following support:
• Mental health support – Call and speak with someone trained to help you immediately with your mental health. Support can help with any work-related or personal issues in a non-judgemental and confidential environment. A range of care is available and can be provided by telephone or face to face.
• Legal signposting – Legal information is available via telephone with a legal expert (for up to 20 minutes) on a wide range of issues.
• Practical help – Advice on how to clear debts is available, even large debts which are out of control. Understand government benefits, resolve accommodation issues and receive guidance on accessing elder and child care, cancer and disability support. Domestic violence is an issue that can sometimes occur and support and guidance can be provided to those impacted.
• Manager coaching – Coaching on how to help and support others going through change or where there are traumatic situations at work such as a road traffic accident or assault. It also includes those times where there is a workforce conflict or if there are difficult behaviour issues at work.
• Physical health – Life-style support designed to increase physical health and fitness as well as improving work life balance and resilience. Information can also be provided for Royal Mail Groups wellbeing website Feeling First Class (see below for more information).
• The Feeling First Class Portal has helpful support content for mental and physical health as well as the mental health e-Learning.
• Urgent Crisis Support – The Samaritans (Phone: 116 123 -open 24/7).

• Rowland Hill Fund: 0345 600 4586www.rowlandhillfund.org offering financial aid to the workforce, pensioners and their families in times of need.
• Neyber: Through My Bundle’s Financial Wellbeing option you can access debt consolidation loans and financial education. Log into My Bundle through PSP or visit mybundle.myroyalmail.com.
• Stepchange: Offering expert, tailored advice and practical solutions to problem debt, contact the UK’s leading debt charity on 0800 138 1111 or visit www.stepchange.org.

Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) 2019 RMG Communications Plan

Attachments:

• RMG Mental Health Support
• MHAW Case Study – Sarah
• MHAW Supporting colleagues who may be suffering with poor mental health
• MHAW Case Study – Brandon
• MHAW First Class Support list
• MHAW Case Study – Mihaela
• MHAW WTLL Mental Health Awareness
• MHAW Communications Plan

Yours sincerely

Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer

19LTB283 Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) 13 – 19 May 2019 – Royal Mail Group Campaign & Communications Plan

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1. MHAW 19 Sarah FCS Case Study 13th May DRAFT

2. MHAW 19 BHMM 14th May DRAFT

3. MHAW 19 Brandon FCS Case Study 15th May DRAFT

4. MHAW 19 Reminder of Support 16th May

5. MHAW 19 Mihaela FCS Case Study 17th May DRAFT

6. MHAW WTLL MH Awareness May 19 DRAFT

MHAW 19 Comms Plan

TRADE UNION CAMPAIGN DAY – PETERBOROUGH         
  
In Lisa Forbes we are lucky to have a fantastic Labour candidate in Peterborough, somebody who embodies true Labour and Trade Union values and was endorsed by most unions during the selection process. 
  
As part of Lisa’s campaign to win the by-election and make this seat Labour again, 18th May has been designated as a Trade Union campaign day. 
  
Come and join us in working to return an MP committed to supporting us as Trade Unionists. 
  
There will be two sessions – morning and afternoon – of both canvassing and leafletting, whatever you feel comfortable with. 
  
You will be working with a team of people who have varying levels of experience but are all committed to one thing – securing the election of Lisa Forbes as another step towards a Labour Government. 
  
Details of assembly points etc will follow. In the meantime please let your union know if you are planning to attend. 
  
We look forward to welcoming you all to an event that will see Labour and Trade Union activists working hand-in-hand to deliver the result we need – Lisa Forbes as the next MP for Peterborough.

The Running order for the TULO Campaign Day in Peterborough is as follows

Meet up at Unite Offices, Church Walk, Peterborough PE1 2TP

1030 Rally with MP speakers at Unite Offices 

11.00 – 1300 Canvassing / Leafleting session

1400 – 1600 Canvassing / Leafleting session 

If people are attending could they please contact 

Andy Beeby branch.secretary@cwue5.org

Ian Maidlow Ian.Maidlow@unitetheunion.org

By Wednesday 15th so that we have an idea of numbers.

Regards

Andy