The last twelve months have been the most challenging time for our members in the Union, from the impact of the cost of living crisis, to an increased threat of job security, to office closures and rises in bullying and harassment I have been proud to stand with Left Unity as we defend our members and campaign on these issues. 

Our opponents have demonstrated their total disregard for our members, for them personal attacks are becoming the norm and they have no strategy or plans to fight for our members.  The chaos we have seen this past year show they do not deserve to be returned to the NEC and we in Left Unity need to win the elections.

None of this would be possible without the leadership of Left Unity, whilst our opponents have wasted valuable time on unnecessary debates and ways to slow down our campaign, we have been focused on winning for our members.  Now more than ever we need to continue on this agreed path and stay united and we can then win.

I have taken on a number of racism related cases across the country, as the People Survey results prove we are seeing an increase in the number of cases of bullying, harassment, and discrimination that we need to address. That is why Left Unity has put equality at the heart of everything we do.  I will continue to campaign for our members and ensure racism and related cases are tackled and members supported.

The next 12 months will be critical to our campaign for fairer pay, better terms and conditions and decent pensions.  We cannot do that without a strong Left unity NEC and I urge to support a strong team for the upcoming elections.

Together we can win and together we will win.

As always I am keen to hear your feedback and if you want to get in touch, please email mohammed.shafiq@dwp.gov.uk