Unite, backed by Morning Star, betray automotive workers
The Unite union’s policy conference in July received a large number of motions on Brexit, the vast majority of which were hostile to “no deal”. One (from North West/Automotive RISC) called for “continued participation in and access to the European single market”. Several called for a second referendum and one (from West Midlands/Automotive RISC) called upon the union to: Campaign against any Brexit deal that would harm UK jobs and economy by the introduction of trade barriers. Campaign against any terms that would have a detrimental impact on UK workers’ rights. Campaign to ensure that the UK...