Tony Benn argues the the case for a socialist labour government at Lewes Town Hall tomorrow (Friday) at a meeting organised by Lewes and District Trades Union Council, and the town's Labour Party.
It starts at 7.30pm. Further details: www.lewesdistricttuc.org
18 January 2007
15 January 2007
January newsletter
PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU'D PREFER TO RECEIVE AN EMAILED NEWSLETTER RATHER THAN A HARD COPY. FIRST TEN PEOPLE TO DO THIS WILL RECEIVE A FREE DRINK AT THE NEXT MEETING THEY ATTEND!
1 This month’s meeting is in the George Pub on Trafalgar Street in Brighton, in the non-smoking section - we have a table booked – on Wednesday, January 24 from 7.30pm. If you are coming from outside Brighton via the train station, walk under the bridge outside the station. This is Trafalgar Street, the same street that our old meeting place, the Nelson, is on. The George is the veggie pub at the end on your right. If you have any problems finding it call Rachael Glazier on 07939 258172 or Adrian Colley on 07944 566728 on the day.
2 This month's meeting is your chance to represent the branch at the 2007 Annual Delegate Meeting at the Holiday Inn in Birmingham, April 12 to 15. Our current record-breaking numbers (more than 250) mean that this year we can send three delegates instead of the measly two of previous years. So if you are interested in representing the branch then put your name forward either at the meeting or, if you can't attend, via email. If there are more than three candidates, the representatives will be decided by a vote on the night. You must be fully paid-up on the subs front to be a delegate.
3 The preliminary agenda for the ADM has been sent to us. We have two copies. If you want one, we can put it in the post asap. There are 190 or so motions, covering everything from an increase in subscriptions to a motion asking the ADM to condemn the Israeli conflict in Lebanon last year. You can download a copy of the agenda from the bottom of the page at http://www.nuj.org.uk/inner.php?docid=1072
If you want to propose an amendment to any of the motions then you need to come along this month and have it adopted, by a vote of the meeting, by the branch. If you can't make it, then email us and we can consider your request at the meeting. This is the only remaining chance you will have to influence the ADM. In March, we should have the final agenda and that meeting is the chance to influence and propose a branch stance on how our three delegates should vote on any motion. That is, the March meeting can instruct our delegates to vote a certain way on any of the ADM motions.
4 Thanks so much to everyone who responded to our email asking what you'd like from your branch. Among the various suggestions was a request to hold meetings outside of Brighton occasionally. Please let us know if you think this is a good idea, and if so, which town would be best.
We've also received plenty of ideas for talks: how to make more money as a freelancer; how to make it in book publishing; what editors really get up to; and lots of suggestions of potential speakers to approach. More ideas are welcome, including what would entice you to the occasional meeting. Answers on a postcard to nujbrighton@gmail.com or 6a Chatham Place, Brighton, BN1 3TP.
5 And thanks to everyone who turned up a the Christmas do last month. About 30 people attended and we just broke the 200 quid barrier when it came to totting up the booze bill at the end of the evening. If you have any pix we can put them up on the site.
6 We have copies of January's Searchlight, with in-depth assessment of the BNP’s 'successful' 2006 and what can be done to ensure they don't have a good 2007, Justice for Colombia mag and a small pamphlet from Working Class Movement library in Salford. Email nujbrighton@gmail.com and we'll bung them in the post to you.
7 Keep an eye on the branch website at www.nujbrighton.org.uk as it has the latest updates on NUJ campaigns, freelance meetings and general information on Brighton happenings. Feel free to add your own posts, just email nujbrighton@gmail.com to join in.
8 In case you missed it at the top, we'd love to cut down on the number of newsletters sent by post. Please let us know if you would like us to email the newsletter in future.
1 This month’s meeting is in the George Pub on Trafalgar Street in Brighton, in the non-smoking section - we have a table booked – on Wednesday, January 24 from 7.30pm. If you are coming from outside Brighton via the train station, walk under the bridge outside the station. This is Trafalgar Street, the same street that our old meeting place, the Nelson, is on. The George is the veggie pub at the end on your right. If you have any problems finding it call Rachael Glazier on 07939 258172 or Adrian Colley on 07944 566728 on the day.
2 This month's meeting is your chance to represent the branch at the 2007 Annual Delegate Meeting at the Holiday Inn in Birmingham, April 12 to 15. Our current record-breaking numbers (more than 250) mean that this year we can send three delegates instead of the measly two of previous years. So if you are interested in representing the branch then put your name forward either at the meeting or, if you can't attend, via email. If there are more than three candidates, the representatives will be decided by a vote on the night. You must be fully paid-up on the subs front to be a delegate.
3 The preliminary agenda for the ADM has been sent to us. We have two copies. If you want one, we can put it in the post asap. There are 190 or so motions, covering everything from an increase in subscriptions to a motion asking the ADM to condemn the Israeli conflict in Lebanon last year. You can download a copy of the agenda from the bottom of the page at http://www.nuj.org.uk/inner.php?docid=1072
If you want to propose an amendment to any of the motions then you need to come along this month and have it adopted, by a vote of the meeting, by the branch. If you can't make it, then email us and we can consider your request at the meeting. This is the only remaining chance you will have to influence the ADM. In March, we should have the final agenda and that meeting is the chance to influence and propose a branch stance on how our three delegates should vote on any motion. That is, the March meeting can instruct our delegates to vote a certain way on any of the ADM motions.
4 Thanks so much to everyone who responded to our email asking what you'd like from your branch. Among the various suggestions was a request to hold meetings outside of Brighton occasionally. Please let us know if you think this is a good idea, and if so, which town would be best.
We've also received plenty of ideas for talks: how to make more money as a freelancer; how to make it in book publishing; what editors really get up to; and lots of suggestions of potential speakers to approach. More ideas are welcome, including what would entice you to the occasional meeting. Answers on a postcard to nujbrighton@gmail.com or 6a Chatham Place, Brighton, BN1 3TP.
5 And thanks to everyone who turned up a the Christmas do last month. About 30 people attended and we just broke the 200 quid barrier when it came to totting up the booze bill at the end of the evening. If you have any pix we can put them up on the site.
6 We have copies of January's Searchlight, with in-depth assessment of the BNP’s 'successful' 2006 and what can be done to ensure they don't have a good 2007, Justice for Colombia mag and a small pamphlet from Working Class Movement library in Salford. Email nujbrighton@gmail.com and we'll bung them in the post to you.
7 Keep an eye on the branch website at www.nujbrighton.org.uk as it has the latest updates on NUJ campaigns, freelance meetings and general information on Brighton happenings. Feel free to add your own posts, just email nujbrighton@gmail.com to join in.
8 In case you missed it at the top, we'd love to cut down on the number of newsletters sent by post. Please let us know if you would like us to email the newsletter in future.
12 January 2007
Annual Delegate Meeting agenda
We have two copies of the Annual Delegate Meeting agenda. Only 190 motions! If you want one we can put it in the post. Or if you go to the NUJ national site - you can download a copy there.
Contact nujbrighton@gmail.com if you want it.
Contact nujbrighton@gmail.com if you want it.
10 January 2007
Up for grabs
Email nujbrighton@gmail.com if you want any of the following:
- January Searchlight, with in-depth assessment of BNP 'successful' 2006 and what can be done to ensure they don't have a good 2007.
- Justice for Colombia mag.
- Small pamphlet from Working Class Trade Union library in Salford.
I can chuck them in the post no problem.
05 January 2007
January meeting
This month's meeting, we decided today, is on Wednesday January 24. Haven't fixed up a venue yet.
20 December 2006
Oi, what do you want?
Hi,
I'm currently compiling the Jan newsletter so if anyone has anything they'd like included, please let me know before 5 Jan.
I'd also like to have your views on what would make meetings more appealing. If we were to get some speakers to come along and, well, speak, what sort of person would you find interesting? A journalist/political person/author/local celebrity (Jordan anyone?!)? Any suggestions would be great.
We were thinking of holding a debate at some point in the next year, so are there any topics that would grab you? Would you be willing to join in?
We need ideas on what you want us to do, otherwise we will just keep on guessing and possibly getting it horribly wrong, so any input would be fabulous.
On a more mundane note, are Tuesday or Wednesday evenings better for meetings? And what time would suit?
All replies welcomed, even if it's to tell us what we are doing wrong.
Thanks,
Rachael
I'm currently compiling the Jan newsletter so if anyone has anything they'd like included, please let me know before 5 Jan.
I'd also like to have your views on what would make meetings more appealing. If we were to get some speakers to come along and, well, speak, what sort of person would you find interesting? A journalist/political person/author/local celebrity (Jordan anyone?!)? Any suggestions would be great.
We were thinking of holding a debate at some point in the next year, so are there any topics that would grab you? Would you be willing to join in?
We need ideas on what you want us to do, otherwise we will just keep on guessing and possibly getting it horribly wrong, so any input would be fabulous.
On a more mundane note, are Tuesday or Wednesday evenings better for meetings? And what time would suit?
All replies welcomed, even if it's to tell us what we are doing wrong.
Thanks,
Rachael
19 December 2006
Fancy a drink?
Okay, so it's short notice, but there are drinks tonight (Weds 20 Dec) at the Black Horse pub from 8pm. It's organised by Matt Weston of Brighton Cluster, www.businessbricks.co.uk, with Brighton Farm, www.brightonfarm.com.
While it is aimed at freelancers, small business owners and inventors, anyone reading this is welcome to come along for a Christmas beverage or three. Please RVSP to Matt, matt@businessbricks.co.uk.
The Black Horse is on Church St, just down the hill from the Mash Tun and Wagon & Horses, or use this map if you don't know where that is http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=BN1+1UD.
We're going to be in the back room: go into pub and the door at the other end of the room is the door to the back room.
With directions like that there's no excuse for not turning up.
While it is aimed at freelancers, small business owners and inventors, anyone reading this is welcome to come along for a Christmas beverage or three. Please RVSP to Matt, matt@businessbricks.co.uk.
The Black Horse is on Church St, just down the hill from the Mash Tun and Wagon & Horses, or use this map if you don't know where that is http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=BN1+1UD.
We're going to be in the back room: go into pub and the door at the other end of the room is the door to the back room.
With directions like that there's no excuse for not turning up.
14 December 2006
NO2ID
The National Union of Journalists has voted overwhelmingly to affiliate to NO2ID, the UK-wide campaign opposing the government's planned ID card and National Identity Register. Members wishing to take part in the campaign can visit http://www.no2id/index.php
11 December 2006
Christmas party
This is upstairs at the Western Front pub next to Churchill Square in Brighton on Wednesday December 13.
We will be there from 7.30pm. We have a budget of about £300 for the night!
We will be there from 7.30pm. We have a budget of about £300 for the night!
10 December 2006
Searchlight
Copy of December's Searchlight mag available, detailing latest activities of world's right-wingers and analysing the aftermath of the Nick Griffin trial. Email us nujbrighton@gmail.com and we can chuck it in the post.
09 December 2006
ADM delegates
We have broken the 250 membership barrier and that means we can send three people to next year's Annual Delegate Meeting in Birmingham. In the past we've sent two people every year.
If you are interested in being one of those delegates then you need to be nominated and accepted at next month's meeting. In effect it comes down to voting on the night, though of course if there are only three nominations, they all go and there is no vote. So step forward if you fancy the job. The ADM is in mid-April.
Only restriction is that you can't be more than three calendar months in arrears with your subs. I will check but it may be that temporary members are ineligible to serve as delegates.
If you are interested in being one of those delegates then you need to be nominated and accepted at next month's meeting. In effect it comes down to voting on the night, though of course if there are only three nominations, they all go and there is no vote. So step forward if you fancy the job. The ADM is in mid-April.
Only restriction is that you can't be more than three calendar months in arrears with your subs. I will check but it may be that temporary members are ineligible to serve as delegates.
07 December 2006
Journalism Matters
With the new state opening of Parliament the NUJ has re-launched the Journalism Matters campaign. 44 MPs representing all political parties have already signed up to support the campaign. Click here to read the Early Day Motion: http://edmi.parliament.uk/EDMi/284/. If your MP has not signed up then write to them and ask for their support. To email your MP visit http://www.writetothem.com and encourage them to sign EDM 284. Journalism Matters MP postcards, leaflets, mousemats and pens are still available, email campaigns@nuj.org.uk
04 December 2006
NUJ training Jan-March timetable
NUJ's courses for January to March are online now. Topics range from podcasting to subediting to pitch and deal workshops.
Find out more at http://www.nujtraining.org.uk/show_courses.phtml?category=calendar. NUJ members are entitled to reduced fees.
If you wish to book on any of these courses, email Tracy Trickett at training@nuj.org.uk or telephone 020 7843 3717.
All courses take place at the NUJ head office, Headland House, 308-312 Grays Inn Road, London. Bookings are treated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Find out more at http://www.nujtraining.org.uk/show_courses.phtml?category=calendar. NUJ members are entitled to reduced fees.
If you wish to book on any of these courses, email Tracy Trickett at training@nuj.org.uk or telephone 020 7843 3717.
All courses take place at the NUJ head office, Headland House, 308-312 Grays Inn Road, London. Bookings are treated on a first-come, first-served basis.
28 November 2006
Get yourself trained
Ever fancied getting more involved in your union? For those who are new lay reps or have ever thought about becoming one, the NUJ's trade union training programme includes three essential introductory courses as well as sessions on bullying and harassment, health and safety, organising for recruitment and public speaking for trade unionists.
These fully accredited courses are free and have been designed to meet the specific needs of NUJ members. All reasonable travel and accommodation costs are met by the union.
To see the course outlines and calendar visit www.nujtraining.org.uk and look under trade union training in the courses section or email deirdreh@nuj.org.uk telephone 020 7843 3730.
As well as our trade union training courses the union runs a full programme of professional training. See www.nujtraining.org.uk
These fully accredited courses are free and have been designed to meet the specific needs of NUJ members. All reasonable travel and accommodation costs are met by the union.
To see the course outlines and calendar visit www.nujtraining.org.uk and look under trade union training in the courses section or email deirdreh@nuj.org.uk telephone 020 7843 3730.
As well as our trade union training courses the union runs a full programme of professional training. See www.nujtraining.org.uk
27 November 2006
Urgent Action: Help save the life of brave journalist
Colombian journalist Fredy Munoz Alatamiranda has been arrested by Colombia's notorious secret police after participating in a workshop organised by one of the BBC's US correspondents.
Friends believe his arrest on the grounds of “rebellion” is a result of his recent TV reports on forced displacement in Colombia and links between the government, army and paramilitaries.
This detention follows a pattern of persecution against independent journalists exercising their right to freedom of expression. Colombia is one of the most dangerous countries in the world in which to be a journalist. Few are brave enough to speak out - Fredy Munoz was.
Now he needs us to speak out for him. For further background information and a direct appeal from Fredy Munoz see www.nuj.org.uk/inner.php?docid=1541
Please write letters/emails to the Colombian Ambassador requesting the Colombian government to:
Respect the life and physical and psychological integrity of Fredy Munoz Altamiranda
Respect due process and the right to defence.
Respect the right to freedom of expression.
Send protests to: mail@colombianembassy.co.uk and please copy letters to: info@justiceforcolombia.org
For further information see www.justiceforcolombia.org
Friends believe his arrest on the grounds of “rebellion” is a result of his recent TV reports on forced displacement in Colombia and links between the government, army and paramilitaries.
This detention follows a pattern of persecution against independent journalists exercising their right to freedom of expression. Colombia is one of the most dangerous countries in the world in which to be a journalist. Few are brave enough to speak out - Fredy Munoz was.
Now he needs us to speak out for him. For further background information and a direct appeal from Fredy Munoz see www.nuj.org.uk/inner.php?docid=1541
Please write letters/emails to the Colombian Ambassador requesting the Colombian government to:
Respect the life and physical and psychological integrity of Fredy Munoz Altamiranda
Respect due process and the right to defence.
Respect the right to freedom of expression.
Send protests to: mail@colombianembassy.co.uk and please copy letters to: info@justiceforcolombia.org
For further information see www.justiceforcolombia.org
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