Royal Mail Group – Latest Updated Coronavirus/Covid-19 – Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Guidance Document (Version 85)

I attach for your information Version 85 of the Royal Mail Group, Managers’ Coronavirus/Covid-19 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Guidance document, issued by the business on 26 March 2021.

At the commencement of the Coronavirus/Covid-19 outbreak, Royal Mail Group established a ‘Business Pandemic Team’ which includes all national heads of department and this team meets regularly to review the situation across Royal Mail Group and to issue update Questions and Answers information communications to all managers, which is cascaded throughout the business.

The Coronavirus Guidance, version 85 Q&A document has been shared with the Union’s Health, Safety & Environment Department and is hereby circulated for information and reference purposes for CWU Regions, Health and Safety Reps, Branch Reps and Divisional IR Reps.

The Q&A documents are circulated to all RMG managers and are also available to access through a link on the Royal Mail Group ‘Intranet’, in the ‘Managers Update Messages’ section.

Please note that when update changes and additions are made from the previous versions, they are normally highlighted in ‘Yellow’.

Contents List:

1.HEALTH

1. Prevention
2. Self-isolation, testing and reporting
3. Cleaning and consumables
4. Travel
5. Support and advice

2.POLICY 

1. General guidance
2. Travel/and annual holiday
3. Caring for dependants
4. Sick pay
5. Attendance process
6. Vulnerable employees

3.OPERATIONAL

1. General Ops advice
2. NHS testing kits
3. Operational processes and reporting changes
4. Delivering and collecting from customers
5. Fleet and vehicles

4.ADVICE FOR CUSTOMERS 

Any enquiries to this LTB or feedback on the RMG Q&A document should be directed to Dave Joyce CWU National Health, Safety & Environment Officer. Issues received in connection with the attached which are appropriate to other CWU/HQ Departments will be passed on the appropriate National Officer.

Attachment:

• Coronavirus Guidance Questions and Answers V85

Yours sincerely

Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer

LTB 135/21 – Royal Mail Group – Latest Updated Coronavirus Covid-19 – Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Guidance Document (Version 85)

Coronavirus Guidance Questions and Answers v85

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PSM Sorter Under Guard (Safety & Ergonomic Improvements) Re-Design & PSM Engineering Safety Modifications Update:

Background

Following the introduction of the new generation(1A/1B) Parcel Sorting Machines (PSMs) an issue was identified and discussed in detail at the RM/CWU National Joint PSM Safety Sub-Committee in relation to an unfortunate consequence of the ‘Equinox sorter design’ that parcels can fall from the trays at the sorter corners onto the under guarding. As the standard guarding design is fixed with no under guard access, it is a difficult, awkward task to recover fallen parcels that can build up in numbers and the only practical method is to reach for them from above by accessing them from within Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP). Recovery of the fallen parcels is difficult as they need to be pulled up through the sorter tray carriers using a grabber tool and this action can lead to engineers over-reaching, stretching etc., with the potential of back and arm strains.

The machine manufacturers and suppliers were approached but were not prepared to change the under guarding design as they believed the contractual obligation regarding through-put, rejects, mis-sorts and flyout items had been achieved and the contract terms satisfied.

Consequently, with the safety and ergonomic problem identified, Royal Mail decided to undertake an in-house re-design of the under guarding to significantly improve the search and recovery of fallen parcels in a safe and ergonomically sound way.

Concept Design 

Under the leadership of Les Curtis, Royal Mail Engineering PSM Asset Manager, the PSM project team conceived various ideas of under guard designs with the Swindon based on-site technicians. This resulted in cardboard mock-ups being stuck onto the sorter to assess the feasibility.

Following on from this, an external ergonomist designer was engaged to develop 3D visualisations of various potential designs along with scale models to show how they could look at how the fallen parcels could be safely and ergonomically recovered efficiently and comfortably in the PSM working environment.

The design had to take account of many different and often conflicting requirements, such as: head room, walkway clearance, overall safety, parcel recovery access, appearance, materials, viewing panels, robustness and maintenance.

Meetings of the RM/CWU National Joint PSM Safety Sub-Committee took place at PSM offices and workshops with the on-site engineering technicians in both Swindon MC and Warrington MC to agree the best design approaches to take forward. At this stage, it was decided a chute at corner 1 was a key design requirement, but corners 2 and 3 would not have a chute due to operational work area constraints.

The chosen design was developed and a full-size modelling board version was constructed and attached to the Swindon PSM to initially verify its form, fit and function.

The 3D design was converted into sketches so that Royal Mail Engineering’s PETRA group could manufacture the panels in sheet aluminium in their Swindon workshop.

The prototype panels were then assembled onto a full-size wooden test rig built in the PETRA Swindon workshop which simulated a PSM sorter corner of the live machines. This enabled the design to be verified and tested before being fitted to a live operational machine. The testing included ensuring parcels did not get trapped, that the guarding was strong enough to retain the full weight of a York full of fallen parcels and that the parcels could be safely and easily removed through the access hatches or drop safely down the chute.

Once testing was successfully completed, the PETRA team dismantled the guarding from the test rig and fitted it onto the operational PSM in Swindon Mail Centre for live trials. The trials were run during the Christmas peak and proved successful.

Feedback from the on-site technicians at Swindon MC after the live trial led to further improvements to the prototype production design.

The main trial points were:

• The hatch key lock was awkward to use.
• The hatches need to be slightly taller to improve parcel removal.
• The hatches need to be held in the open position to free both arms for parcel removal.

The production version addresses these by:

• Changing the hatch lock to an easy to use square security key.
• Increasing the hatch openings to the maximum possible height.
• Installation of gas springs on each hatch to hold them in the open position.

KPK Sheet Metal Fabricators were commissioned to convert the prototype design into a production design. KPK have state-of-the-art sheet metal laser cutters and larger capacity power bending equipment and machinery, so, the production version design is simplified and manufactured to closer tolerances. KPK subsequently manufactured the corner 1 production version and this was installed by the PETRA team to replace the prototype on the Swindon MC PSM. The design fitted perfectly, confirming this corner design is now ready for fleet wide national roll-out.

The production designs for corners 2 and 3 are slightly different as neither can have a chute. The designs are nearly finalised and production versions will be manufactured and planned to be fitted on the Swindon MC PSM machine during April 2021. There is no change to the corner 4 under guard as parcels seldom drop from the trays at this corner, so it will remain as provided by the machine supplier.

National PSM Fleet Wide Roll-Out and Deployment 

The deployment of the new Sorter Under Guards across the Royal Mail PSM fleet is now being planned. The intention is to deploy the guarding on the three corners to all 20 operational PSMs during the Summer and Autumn of 2021, prior to Christmas peak.

See attached photographs/images of the re-designed, modified PSM Under-Guard.

RM Driven Safety Modifications

Additionally, Royal Mail has developed 25 safety related modifications for the PSM machines. 19 modifications have already been deployed. 2 modifications are in development. 4 RM modifications are ready to deploy. See below list of all 25 modifications.29014Sorter Under-Guard Fixings ReplacementMod Deployed29015C4 Anti Tip Brackets ReplacementMod Deployed29016AC Torque Arm Safety Brackets InstallationMod Deployed29017Installation of Davit Arm Lower MastMod Deployed29018C3 Conveyor Bump Stop InstallationMod Deployed29019Improved Operator Workstation FansMod ready to deploy29022Unused Chute Vinyl StripsMod Deployed29023Sorter Corner Infill PanelsMod ready to deploy29026Fit padding to vertical beam at base of stairs to DWS 2Mod Deployed290292 Hand Controller Cable Parking SocketMod Deployed29030Induct Operator Table Edging StripMod Deployed29033Fitting of modesty panelsMod Deployed29037Tipper Release ButtonMod Deployed29038Installation of Operator Chair Rubberized Wheel CastorsMod Deployed29039Conveyor C15 Safety Signage InstallationMod Deployed29040Raise DWS Cross BarMod Deployed29043C4 Gate Infill PanelMod Deployed29046Issue of Special Tool J194Mod Deployed29053Tipper Door Mesh BracketsMod Deployed29057Additional Earth BondingMod Being Prepared29058Eject Chute NettingMod Being Prepared29059Over Sized Parcel Recovery PullerMod Being Prepared29062Suction Cup SWL LabelsMod Deployed29065Reject Chute Edge ProtectionMod Deployed290??AC Outside Spill NettingMod In Design

Attachments:

• Photographs/images of the re-designed, modified PSM Under-Guard.
• Photographs/images of the safety modifications.

Yours sincerely

Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer

LTB 134/21 – PSM Sorter Under Guard (Safety & Ergonomic Improvements) Re-Design & PSM Engineering Safety Modifications Update

PSM Sorter Under Guard Safety Ergonomic Improvements Images

Safety Modifications

Royal Mail Group (SHE) Safety Flash (FY21 006) – Tail Lift Safe Operation – Serious Accident:

Audience:

All Royal Mail Group drivers who drive and operate a tail lift fitted vehicle.

Overview and Background:

Royal Mail Group Safety Health and Environment Group have issued ‘Safety Flash’, number FY21 006, (copy attached), which gives a summary of a recent serious accident which could have ended in a fatality. The ‘Safety Flash’ is to form the basis of a Unit Briefing to ALL ROYAL MAIL DRIVERSoperating ‘Tail Lift’ vehicles, in order to raise awareness of the potential risk of similar serious accidents involving falls from height whilst unloading vehicles.

Issue:

The Safe System of Work (SSoW) was not followed by the driver concerned as the tail lift should have been in the up-position, level with the vehicle load space bed. York containers should be pushed on to the tail lift and loading dock platform – not pulled.

Description of the Incident:

A driver was unloading York containers from a 7.5t tail lift vehicle. The driver was moving backwards, pulling a stuck York towards the rear of the vehicle load space. The tail lift had been previously lowered to the fully lowered, ground level position and as the York suddenly became free and released, the driver, pulling the York backwards, fell from the vehicle, down onto the lowered tail lift, pulling the York container with him and the York landed on top of him causing injuries.

Impact and Effect:

Hand, chest and back injuries sustained.

Key Learning Points, Management Activities and Messages to Staff:

• Communicate and display this SHE Flash on the SHE Noticeboard.
• Brief all drivers on this SHE Flash, alerting them to risk and the accident and the need to follow the mandatory SSoW.
• Drivers to follow the mandatory SSoW at all times entitled ‘Loading & Unloading Vehicles – Operation and Use of a Tail Lift’.
• Do not use a tail lift unless trained and authorised to do so.
• Do not work on the vehicle bed/loadspace with the tail lift in the down position.
• Only two Yorks are to be loaded on to a tail lift at any time.
• When unloading wheeled York containers, turn the York from inside the vehicle and push it on to the tail lift being careful to stay clear of the sides. Position the York against the floor roll stops if fitted and apply the brake on the York container.
• Position the York containers to the offside of the tail lift platform (right of the platform as facing from the ground), to maximise space available for the driver. Stand to the near side (left as facing the ground) whilst operating the tail lift controls. Hold onto a York with the other hand if needed.

Key Management Activity:

• Communicate and display the SHE Safety Flash on the SHE Notice board.
• Brief the SSOW ‘Loading & Unloading Vehicles – Operation and Use of a Tail Lift’ to all drivers operating these vehicles.

Attachment:

• Copy of RMG SHE Safety Flash FY21 006 –Tail Lift Safe Operation.

Yours sincerely

Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer

LTB 133/21 – Royal Mail Group (SHE) Safety Flash (FY21 006) – Tail Lift Safe Operation – Serious Accident

SHE Flash FY21 006 Taillift Operation

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RM/CWU National Joint Statement for Customer Service Point (CSP) Opening Hours and Standardisation Process

Branches will be aware, as advised in LTB 335/20 and the approach contained within the associated Joint Statement regarding the standardisation along with the continuous review of CSP Opening Hours, accordingly the Union received proposals from Royal Mail that sought to do the following;

• Standardise the opening times of all CSP Units (Enquiry Offices) across the UK
• Put CSP Units into categories dependent on traffic and footfall
• Instigate the closure of 200 CSP Units in very small and micro sized categories based on cost
• Work on a cost per parcel retrieval basis that did not fully take into account the needs of the customer, nor the perceived ambition of the company in terms of growth.

The Postal Executive rightly agreed to totally reject that approach on the basis that it was short sighted in the extreme and flew in the ‘face of the spirit and intent’ of the Pathway to Change Agreement.

National Discussions continued with Royal Mail through the joint working group where our position was articulated forcibly and in a reasoned fashion, detailing the flaws in the Royal Mail’s position. The department also reminded Royal Mail that the mind-set of the company should now change beyond all recognition and that their position was not consistent with the Pathway to Change Agreement and manifested in a negative approach to this vital service, particularly to those offices that they were looking to close. The discussions also evaluated the current variations in terms of service provision and opening hours on offer across CSP’s in order to examine the impact on staff and potential benefits of standardisation. The Discussions have also taken into account the impact of new delivery products and services being rolled out, such as in-flight 1 & 2, which have impacted FTD rates.

As a result of these discussions, we have achieved a Joint Statement, which has been endorsed by the Postal Executive that has moved on considerably, regarding the position of Royal Mail and contains the following:

• The opening hours and categorisation are based on pre-Covid 19 levels
• There are no units to be closed
• Full Cognisance will be taken when revising duties as there will be many tasks that are due to be undertaken, once the office is closed to the public
• Temporary duty arrangements can be agreed until either the table top or full structural revision activity takes place in the Delivery Unit.
• A full review will take place of the changes in future and an initial 3-month touch point review will take place once the actual deployment date is known, this will also take into account future commercial opportunities and new services into CSP’s.
• There is the ability for local offices to raise anomalies that might require them to be placed in a different category or there are other local factors which will require flexibility.

We believe that the Joint Statement represents a sea change of Royal Mail thinking and will hopefully serve as an indication of how we wish to continue going forward with a constructive and optimistic manner.

As the UK now looks forward to Covid-19 restrictions being eased in line with the Government and other National Administrations’ road maps, it is an opportune time to review the opening hours of the CSPs (based on pre-Covid data) to ensure that the new BAU opening hours reflect the needs of customers and align to parcel volumes and CSP footfall, whilst also taking full consideration of the impact of the inflight product as well as other products and services going forward.

Any queries to the content of the above please contact the Outdoor Department reference 230.03, email address: njones@cwu.org

Yours sincerely,

Mark Baulch                                                                                       

CWU Assistant Secretary

LTB 132-21 Customer Service Point (CSP) opening hours – 30.03.21

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LTB 335-20 – Joint Statement for CSP Opening Hours and Review Process

CSP National Joint Statement- Opening hours and Review Process

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TERMS OF REFERENCE BETWEEN ROYAL MAIL SPECIAL SERVICES AND THE COMMUNICATION WORKERS UNION ON THE INTRODUCTION OF THE TELEPHONE ACCIDENT REPORTING PROCESS WITHIN THE ROYAL MAIL SPECIALIST SERVICES (RELAY) FLEET

Branches and representatives will be aware that a process for reporting of Road Traffic Accidents by telephone has previously been agreed for deployment to all drivers in Delivery Offices, including Collection Drivers using the PDA, Network and Area Distribution functions utilising telemetry equipment and most recently in Parcelforce (LTB’s 513/15 – 565/16 – 092/17 and 323/19 refer).

The procedure was designed to enhance the processes for reporting accidents to improve the quality of the information provided, with the aim of assisting Royal Mail in dealing with 3rd Party claims. To achieve this aim, drivers are encouraged to report accidents directly to Royal Mail solicitors by telephone from the scene of the accident, or as soon after as it is safe and practical to do so, which Branches will recall remains entirely at the discretion of the driver. 

Royal Mail Specialist Services (Relay) have now requested that the PDA reporting process is made available to drivers of their vehicles. Discussions have therefore taken place with the business, which have concluded in a Terms of Reference being agreed and endorsed by the Postal Executive, a copy of which is attached for your information (Attachment 1).

In addition to the attached Terms of Reference the following supplementary documentation is also included for information:

 Attachment 2 – WTLL Road Traffic Collision Reporting Changes 

 Attachment 3 – Advice and Guidance at the Scene of an Accident 

 Attachment 4 – Making a Telephone Call from the PDA 

Branches will note that the attached RMSS specific Terms of Reference retains all safeguards included in the original agreement/s, mirrors the processes previously agreed for the Royal Mail functions and remains entirely voluntary.

Any enquiries in relation to this LTB should be addressed to Davie Robertson, Assistant Secretary, email: dwyatt@cwu.orgor shayman@cwu.org quoting reference number: 218.19

Yours sincerely

Davie Robertson

Assistant Secretary

LTB 131/21

Attachment 1 – RMSS Telephone Accident Reporting 29.03.21.doc

Attachment 2 – WTL Telephone Reporting

Attachment 3 – Advice & Guidance

Attachment 4 – HOW TO MAKE A PHONE CALL FROM THE PDA

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TERMS OF REFERENCE BETWEEN ROYAL MAIL NATIONAL DISTRIBUTION AND THE CWU ON A TRIAL OF CURTAIN SIDE VEHICLES ALTERNATIVE GROUND OPERATING SYSTEM (AGOS) AT NHC, YDC & BM VOCS

Branches and representatives are informed that further to discussions that had taken place with the Health & Safety Department the business recently approached the department in relation to deploying changes to the process for loading curtain side vehicles, due to working at height risks associated to these vehicles.

These risks present an industry wide challenge, are not unique to Royal Mail and involve drivers standing on the exposed rear of trailers while cages are loaded by forklift. The process also requires drivers to secure the load with straps while standing within the trailer bed, leading to an increased risk of falls occurring.

Drivers could spend 30 minutes working close to the trailer edge, with the risk of falling a considerable distance. Following an accident and a review of the working at height risks, Royal Mail identified that the current method of loading and securing the load on curtain side vehicles did not meet the working at height legislation and could be improved.

Subsequent to the conclusion of their discussions with the H&S department in respect of a new process, equipment and revised SSoW, it was jointly agreed between the department and the business that that the proposed changes would require trial activity in an operational setting.

The department have therefore been engaged in discussions with the business in relation to a Terms of Reference between Royal Mail National Distribution and the CWU on a Trial of Curtain Side Vehicles Alternative Ground Operating System (AGOS) AT NHC, YDC & BM VOCS. A copy of the document, which has been endorsed by the Postal Executive, is attached for information.

Branches and representatives will note that the trial will be overseen by the Network Working Group, with all of the normal protections in relation to full involvement of the CWU in the activity have been achieved, with any further deployment of the process and equipment being subject to agreement at National level.

Colleagues are asked to note that the attached TOR also makes reference to the installation of equipment on vehicles at sites not included in the trial activity. Where this occurs the straps will be fitted but not used until the trial is completed, reviewed and agreement is made to deploy.

Any enquiries in relation to this LTB should be addressed to Davie Robertson, Assistant Secretary, email: dwyatt@cwu.orgquoting reference: 014.14.

Yours sincerely

Davie Robertson

Assistant Secretary

LTB 130/21

Attachment 1 – TOR Alternative Ground Operating System for Curtain Side Trailers AGOS 29.03.21

Appendix A – SSoW Alternative Ground Operating System (AGOS) Curtainside Vehicle Use

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NHS & PHE – ‘Help Us, Help You’ Lung Cancer Symptoms Awareness Campaign Launched

NHS England, NHS Improvement, and Public Health England have launched a new ‘Help Us, Help You’ Lung Cancer Symptoms awareness raising campaign and have requested the support of the Union which the Health, Safety & Environment Department is happy to endorse. This campaign is part of the ‘Access’ phase of the new ‘Help Us, Help You’ theme and brand.

The campaign seeks to address the barriers that are deterring patients from accessing NHS services. This phase focuses on encouraging the public to contact their GP practice if they are worried about a cough that lasts three weeks or more, which could be a sign of lung cancer.

The NHS has introduced a range of measures to ensure the safety of patients, including COVID-Secure wards, and the ‘Help Us, Help You’ campaign theme aimed at helping to reassure patients that they can receive medical care safely despite the current ongoing pandemic.

The NHS is communicating the message that they are here to see patients safely so the NHS say “Help Us, Help You”.

The ‘Help Us, Help You’ Lung Cancer Symptoms Awareness Campaign is now live, with adverts across TV, radio, and video on demand (catch-up TV).

Despite lung cancer being the third most common cancer in England, suspected lung cancer referrals remain lower than normal. As of December 2020, lung cancer referrals had reached 73% of pre-COVID levels, while referrals for all cancers were just over 100%.

That is why the NHS and PHE have launched the campaign which began last month and they want CWU Reps to get involved and spread the word to get the message out.

Last month the launch included TV and radio adverts plus an exclusive interview with cricketer Andrew Strauss, who lost his wife to lung cancer, support from TV presenter Gaby Roslin, who lost her mother to lung cancer, and activity from media medics. My own mother died of lung cancer!

The campaign highlights a cough that lasts for three weeks or more could be a sign of lung cancer and encourages anyone who has this symptom to contact their GP practice.

Branches and Health and Safety Reps can also be part of the campaign by using the key messages and a range of campaign resources now available which have been expanded as this national campaign rolls out.

Key Messages:

• If you’ve had a cough for three weeks or more, and it isn’t COVID-19, it could still be a warning sign.
• A cough for three weeks or more could be a sign of cancer. Just contact your GP practice.
• It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable.
• Your NHS is here to see you, safely!
• Your support spreading the messages can make a difference.

Resources available:

• Campaign Toolkit
• Posters
• Social Media Statics

Lung Cancer Symptoms ‘Help Us Help You’ Website: https://campaignresources.phe.gov.uk/resources/campaigns/120-help-us-help-you—lung-cancer-symptoms-/resources

Attachment:

• ‘Help Us, Help’ You Poster

Yours sincerely

Dave Joyce
National Health, Safety & Environment Officer

LTB 121/21 – NHS & PHE – Help Us, Help You Lung Cancer Symptoms Awareness Campaign Launched

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CLINICALLY EXTREMELY VULNERABLE MEMBERS – RETURN TO WORK

The devolved governments have announced Clinically Extremely Vulnerable (CEV) members will be allowed to return to work unless they are able to work from home starting from 1^st April 2020.

Members who have been shielding, who are able to and intend to start working from home, should ensure this is agreed with your manager before your due return date.

The Current Return dates are:

• England 1^st April 2021
• Wales 1^st April 2021
• Northern Ireland 12^th April 2021
• Scotland 26^th April 2021

Clinically Extremely Vulnerable members must adhere to the restrictions until the relevant date above and should receive a letter informing them shielding is coming to an end and any further guidance from the Government or NHS.

We have engaged with Royal Mail and the approach to supporting members back to work will be a very similar approach to last year as laid out in LTB 574/2020.

Attached to this LTB is the latest communication from Royal Mail at Appendix A.

At Appendix B is the document managers are expected to use when having the discussion with members who are returning to work.

We have also attached the agreed toolkit managers are expected to use in ensuring members return to the workplace safely at Appendix C.

Representatives will be aware the most important aspect of this approach is the meaningful dialogue between our member and their Line Manager to ensure our members are entirely comfortable in returning to the workplace, with any necessary adjustments put in place.

We ask all reps to ensure they familiarise themselves with the toolkit and return to work document and give this LTB maximum circulation.

All enquiries regarding the content of this LTB should be addressed to the PTCS Department, quoting reference 420. Email address: khawkins@cwu.org

Yours Sincerely,

Carl Maden

Assistant Secretary (Acting)

Attachment 1: LTB 128/21 – Clinically Extremely Vulnerable Members Return to Work

Attachment 2: Appendix A

Attachment 3: Appendix B

Attachment 4: Appendix C

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Virtual Special Rules Revision Conference 2021– Registration Reminder

Further to LTB 086/21 branches are reminded to register for and submit the names of the three delegates that will be attending the Virtual Special Rules Conference taking place on Saturday 24^th April 2021 by emailing eventsregistration@cwu.org before the deadline Thursday 1^stApril 2021.

The information required by CWU Headquarters to deal with the registration for the conference is as follows:

• Full Name
• Full Branch Name
• Position Held
• Email Address

Observers do not have to register but details of how they can watch the conference live on the day will be published at a future date.

We are also mindful that branches may want to familiarise themselves with the voting system that will be used on the day and to understand how the conference will be run. Taking that into account we will be running a “mock conference” prior to the event on the 24th. This will take place on Monday 19^th April at 10.30am. We will contact Branches nearer the time with details of how to attend on the 19^th but it is important that branches register for the 24^th as requested.

Any enquiries on this LTB should be directed to Angela Niven on 020 8971 7256 or email eventsregistration@cwu.org

Yours sincerely,

Tony Kearns

Senior Deputy General Secretary

LTB 129/21 – Virtual Special Rules Revision Conference 2021 – Registration Reminder

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ELECTION OF NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE POSITIONS

• CWU Young Workers Committee Vacancies

Further to LTB 525/20 dated 5^th November 2020 which advised of the nominations received for the Young Workers Committee, branches will be aware that there were a number of vacancies:

Postal Constituency

Midland, North West, Scotland, South East, South West, Wales and London Regions.

Telecoms and Financial Services Constituency

Eastern, Midland and South West Region.

Please refer to LTB 465/20 dated 24^th September 2020 for the nomination process guiding principles.

Accordingly we are re-advertising the vacant positions in line with the following timetable and regulations:

Nominations Open:                     30 March 2021                

Nominations Close:                     20 April 2021    

Ballot opens:                                 27 April 2021

Ballot closes:                                 18 May 2021

Any enquiries regarding this Letter to Branches should be addressed to the Senior Deputy General Secretary’s Department on telephone number 020 8971 7237, or email address sdgs@cwu.org.

Yours sincerely,

Tony Kearns
Senior Deputy General Secretary

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Young Workers Regulations 2021

Nomination Form – Postal Constituency

Nomination Form – TFS Constituency

Candidate Biographical & Consent Form 2021