Postal Organising/Recruitment Strategy – Motion 81

Further to LTB 408/19 regarding the above, circulated on 3rd July 2019.

Branches/colleagues are advised that a Seminar/Workshop has been arranged to aid the development of a wider strategy within the Postal Constituency to meet the objectives and mandate detailed in the terms of Motion 81.

The Seminar/Workshop will be held on Wednesday 9th October 2019 at the Holiday Inn, Liverpool City Centre, Lime Street, Liverpool L1 1NQ beginning at 10:30am and concluding no later than 16:00pm.

The following Representatives are invited to attend the Seminar/Workshop:

• Postal Branch Secretaries (or their Substitute or appropriate Branch Officer)
• Royal Mail Divisional Representatives (a minimum of 2 from each Division)
• Territorial Engineering Representatives
• Parcelforce Regional Organisers
• Regional Secretaries

It should be noted that due to the capacity of the venue, Branches are only able to send one delegate. Your assistance in this regard would be appreciated.

Further details on the wider strategy and activity that will take place on the day will be circulated in due course however the DGS(P) Department thought advance notification of this event would assist Branches/colleagues to make the necessary travel/accommodation arrangements as appropriate.

Any enquiries in relation to the content of this LTB should be addressed to the DGS(P) Department.

Yours sincerely,

 

Terry Pullinger
Deputy General Secretary Postal

19LTB467

Ken McKenzie Award for Lifelong Learning 2019

Branches will be aware of the policy adopted at General Conference 2010 to present the “Ken McKenzie Award for Lifelong Learning” which is presented to a Union Learning Representative (ULR) or group of ULRs who have made a significant contribution to lifelong learning within the CWU. The award is presented each year at our CWU ULR National Networking Event. This year will follow tradition and be part of the agenda at this year’s event scheduled to be held in Liverpool over two days on the 20th and 21st November 2019. 

Last year the accolade was awarded jointly to Wayne Callaghan (North Wales & Chester Combined) and Amy Jackson (North Staffordshire Postal) and as usual we received a good number of nominations of a very high quality.

I am now inviting applications for the 2019 Annual Ken McKenzie award for lifelong learning. The award will be made in recognition of exceptional achievements and contributions to lifelong learning and training by a CWU ULR or a group of CWU ULRs.

Nominations can be made by Branches, Regional Learning Committees or Regional Committees via letter or email to my Department.

Nominations should include a précis of the nominated ULR or group of ULRs endeavours and achievements and be sent to:

Michelle Simpson, Equality, Training & Development Department, CWU, 150 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1RX or email learn@cwu.org

The closing date for nominations will be FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER 2019. 

Any queries relating to this LTB should be addressed to me via the Equality, Training & Development Department at learn@cwu.org

Yours sincerely,

 

Lee Wakeman
Acting Head of Equality, Training & Development

19LTB 466 – Ken McKenzie Award for Lifelong Learning 2019

CWU Union Learning Representatives Networking Event 2019

#CWULearn19; #Learningwithoutlimits

This year’s networking event will take place on the 20th & 21st November 2019 at: 

The Liner Hotel, Liverpool, Lord Nelson Street, Liverpool, L3 5QB

This event will ensure that our ULRs can discharge their legally recognised responsibilities to great effect through networking with other educationalists.

Over the two days, delegates will explore new and innovative ideas on learning and enhance their skills so that they can facilitate both new and ongoing learning opportunities in their workplaces.

This year’s theme is “Learning without Limits” and will focus heavily on distance learning resources available to all members irrespective of their workplace or duty. 

There will be opportunities:

· To meet with other CWU Union Learning Representatives 

· To attend facilitated workshops 

· To hear from high profile guest speakers 

· To learn about the latest CWU learning developments 

· And to celebrate your achievements! 

Programme

Wednesday 20th November, 12.50pm – 6.00pm 

– Registration from 11.30am, lunch from 12.00 noon – 12.45pm

– Followed by Introductions, guest speakers and workshops

– Evening Dinner & entertainment

Thursday 21st November 2019, 9.00am until 1.00pm 

– Main Event, Workshops and Panel Session – (Exact programme to be confirmed)

Conference Registration

Please note that Branches are responsible for delegates travel and authorised expenditure for this event. However, we will be providing lunch and an evening buffet on the 20th and lunch on the 21st November 2019. 

Further detail – please read

Branches are asked to book a ULR delegate place by email in the first instance to learn@cwu.org with contact details including name, Branch, contact number and an email or postal address to which an application form can be sent.

Alternatively, Branches can contact Michelle Simpson (as listed below).

The form will be sent out to the individual ULR and this will need to be countersigned by the Branch Secretary. Delegates who have specific dietary needs or allergies must advise us of any requirements on the form.

To guarantee that your Branch is represented you must return your completed and signed application form to the Education & Training Department at HQ by Friday 1st November 2019. 

You can book accommodation at The Liner Hotel for a cost of £67.50 per person per night. This cost also applies if you wish to stay more than one night (apart from weekends).

Please advise The Liner Hotel that you are attending the CWU ULR Networking Event using the code 1911COMMUN. Accommodation at The Liner will be on a first come-first served basis and you can book into other accommodation in Liverpool if you wish. A list of nearby hotels is attached which cover a range of prices. Please note that the hotels listed have not been vetted by the CWU so we cannot make any recommendations. 

Unfortunately, due to registration and accommodation not being linked, we will not be able to arrange substitutions for delegates. The Branch will need to contact both the Equality, Training & Development Dept. and the hotel directly to either notify of cancellation or replacement by another ULR from within the Branch.

This event is being supported by the CWU and the Union Learning Fund (England).

Release

This event should attract paid release for those accredited ULRs working for employers where the CWU is recognised. The event is specifically designed to meet the aims of ULR legislation and is fully supported through the Government Department for Business Innovation and Skills. The ACAS Code of Practice applies.

Any enquiries regarding this LTB should be addressed to Michelle Simpson by telephoning 020 8971 7340 or by email to learn@cwu.org

Yours sincerely,

 

Lee Wakeman
Acting Head of Equality, Training & Development

 

Nearby Hotels

The Lord Nelson Hotel, Hotham Street, Liverpool, L3 5PD

Tel : 01517095161

http://www.lordnelsonhotel.uk/

Holiday Inn Liverpool – City Centre, Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1NQ

Tel: 0151-7097090

https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/gb/en/liverpool/lplls/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps%20-_-HI-_-GB-_-LPLLS

Liverpool Marriott Hotel City Centre, One Queen Square, Liverpool, L1 1RH

Tel: 0151 476 8000

https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lpllp-liverpool-marriott-hotel-city-centre/?scid=bb1a189a-fec3-4d19-a255-54ba596febe2

Adelphi Hotel, Ranelagh St, Liverpool, L3 5UL Tel: 0871 222 0029

https://www.britanniahotels.com/hotels/the-adelphi-hotel-liverpool

Printworks Hotel, 13-15 Renshaw Street, Liverpool, L1 2SA

Tel: 0151 708 4008

http://www.printworkshotel.com/

19LTB 465 – Union Learning Representatives Networking Event 2019

JOINT STATEMENT BETWEEN ROYAL MAIL AND THE CWU ON THE EXTENSION OF THE USE OF LONGER DOUBLE DECK SEMI TRAILERS

Branches and representatives will recall that in 2012 a Joint Statement was concluded with the business in relation to the introduction of 45 Longer Double Deck Semi Trailers (LTB 564/12 refers). In 2014 it was subsequently agreed that an additional 44 trailers would enter service bringing the number to 89 trailers.

The business recently informed the department that, as part of the ongoing Government activity, Royal Mail have now been offered the opportunity to increase the number of 110 York trailers within the Fleet by up to 200. However, following analysis of the requirement for the additional trailer capacity along with parking availability, it has been agreed that Royal Mail should not take up the full entitlement at this time. Instead it has been agreed that the number of 110 York trailers in the fleet could be increased by 50, which would bring the total number in service to 139. Royal Mail has since informed the department that 30 trailers will be procured in the first tranche.

Discussions have therefore taken place with the business to conclude a Joint Statement to allow the extension to take place, which has been endorsed by the Postal Executive and a copy of which is attached for your information.

Colleagues will note that the introduction of the additional trailers will adhere to the 2012 Joint Statement, which covers all issues relating to the use of 110 York trailers, including:

• Driver Training/Familiarisation 
• Site Assessment/Route Planning 
• Duty Construction 
• Health and Safety 

The deployment of the additional trailers will be monitored and it is agreed that any further increase beyond the levels defined in the agreement will be the subject of further consultation and agreement at National level.

Any enquiries in relation to this LTB should be addressed to Davie Robertson, Assistant Secretary, email: dwyatt@cwu.org or shayman@cwu.org quoting reference number: 233.07.

 

Davie Robertson

Assistant Secretary

LTB 462-19 – JS On The Extension of The Use of Longer Double Deck Semi Trailers – 31.07.19

JS Extension Of The Use Of Longer Double Deck Semi Trailers 

 

CWU Headquarters – Telephone System

We write to inform you that we are aware that all telephone lines at CWU Headquarters are currently down. Accordingly Branches have not been able to make (landline) phone contact with CWU HQs.  We understand that those trying to make such contact are met with the “line engaged” tone.

Our IT department has been in discussion with Openreach since Friday and we have been informed that the fault, at their end, has now been escalated to a more senior level within their organisation as it continues to be unresolved.

It had been indicated that all phone lines would be operating by this morning, but unfortunately it is proving to be more difficult than anticipated.

Openreach has informed us that they believe all lines will be operating again at some point today.

We ask Branches to bear with us whilst we wait for our service provider to resolve this problem.

In the meantime the email system remains operational and Branches can contact CWU HQ through this avenue.

Yours sincerely,

 

Tony Kearns
Senior Deputy General Secretary

LTB 459.19 – CWU Headquarters – Telephone System