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Bectu statement on TV Drama Agreement ballot result

1 August 2022

Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said: “Our members have voted to overwhelmingly endorse Bectu’s position in response to the latest offer from PACT and given us a clear mandate to seek further discussions. “The UK TV drama industry has reached a critical point, with many crew suffering from burn out and low morale and unable to sustain a family life and their own wellbeing. At a…

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Bectu signs landmark agreement to protect cultural workers’ pay at the Commonwealth Games

22 July 2022

Bectu, along with the TUC, Equity and the Musicians’ Union, has signed a landmark pledge to ensure that all artists and creatives who work during the Games are paid fairly, that the Games works to support the long-term health of the creative sector in the Midlands region and actively promotes diversity.

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We’ll support your career

Did you think unions were just there for when you’ve got a problem? We are here for that, but we also want to help you get on and develop in your career..

We provide expert advice when you need it

Bectu is uniquely placed to assist with problems at work. In most areas we know the organisation you work for and the terms and conditions that apply to employees.

We’ll save you money

Being a Bectu member doesn’t just benefit you in your work life – it’s also a great way of making savings outside of work, whether on your bills or leisure activities.

We can negotiate your pay, terms and conditions

If we have enough members in one workplace, we’ll negotiate with the employer to get a better deal for everyone.

We’ll pay your legal fees

If Bectu members get unfairly made redundant, fired, or discriminated against, we’ll pay their legal fees.

We’ll support your career

Did you think unions were just there for when you’ve got a problem? We are here for that, but we also want to help you get on and develop in your career..

We’ll pay your legal fees

If Bectu members get unfairly made redundant, fired, or discriminated against, we’ll pay their legal fees.

We can negotiate your pay, terms and conditions

If we have enough members in one workplace, we’ll negotiate with the employer to get a better deal for everyone.

We’ll save you money

Being a Bectu member doesn’t just benefit you in your work life – it’s also a great way of making savings outside of work, whether on your bills or leisure activities.

We provide expert advice when you need it

Bectu is uniquely placed to assist with problems at work. In most areas we know the organisation you work for and the terms and conditions that apply to employees.

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