CWU Eastern No5
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Representing CWU members in Cambs, Lincs, Northants & Norfolk.Find information on Union services, agreements and campaigns at http://cwue5.org
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Health, Safety and Wellbeing Planner 2026 cwue5.org/2026/01/22/h...
Health, Safety and Wellbeing Planner 2026
Health, Safety and Wellbeing Planner 2026 Dear Colleagues, The purpose of this LTB is to provide Branches and in particular our Regional and Divisional Safety forums with an advanced index of exter…
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January 22, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Health, Safety and Wellbeing Planner 2026 cwue5.org/2026/01/22/h...
Petition: By-elections to be called automatically when MPs defect to another party petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...
Petition: By-elections to be called automatically when MPs defect to another party
When an MP decides they want to defect to another party a by-election should be automatically triggered to allow the constituents the opportunity have their democratic right to agree or not with their...
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January 22, 2026 at 8:46 AM
Petition: By-elections to be called automatically when MPs defect to another party petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...
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CWU OBITUARY LIST 2026
CWU OBITUARY LIST 2026 Branches will know it is normal practice to include in the General Conference Agenda pad a reference to those members who have served the Union in many different capacities w…
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January 21, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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ROYAL MAIL UPDATE cwue5.org/2026/01/20/r...
ROYAL MAIL UPDATE
ROYAL MAIL UPDATE This LTB provides an overview of the current situation with EP/RMG on the crucial issues of the USO and new entrants’ terms and conditions. Additionally, this update h…
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January 20, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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It's been a strange week, Tommy Robinson outed himself, but is still in denial.
Just come out, stop being an angry little fascist, and be gay.
Just come out, stop being an angry little fascist, and be gay.
January 15, 2026 at 3:06 PM
It's been a strange week, Tommy Robinson outed himself, but is still in denial.
Just come out, stop being an angry little fascist, and be gay.
Just come out, stop being an angry little fascist, and be gay.
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The main bank account holding revenue from the Venezuelan oil sales is located in Qatar.
“There is no basis in law for a president to set up an offshore account that he controls so that he can sell assets seized by the American military,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
“There is no basis in law for a president to set up an offshore account that he controls so that he can sell assets seized by the American military,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
Exclusive: US gets first $500 million Venezuelan oil deal, holding some proceeds in Qatar
The details shared with Semafor mark an initial milestone in the administration’s plan following the ouster of Nicolás Maduro.
www.semafor.com
January 15, 2026 at 4:42 AM
The main bank account holding revenue from the Venezuelan oil sales is located in Qatar.
“There is no basis in law for a president to set up an offshore account that he controls so that he can sell assets seized by the American military,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
“There is no basis in law for a president to set up an offshore account that he controls so that he can sell assets seized by the American military,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
www.semafor.com/article/01/1...
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'Please, you don't have to have your hand on me'
Watch the moment ITV News' Peter A Smith was grabbed by a Reform UK staffer after being told to move on from his line of questioning while interviewing the party's new Scottish leader, Malcolm Offord
Watch the moment ITV News' Peter A Smith was grabbed by a Reform UK staffer after being told to move on from his line of questioning while interviewing the party's new Scottish leader, Malcolm Offord
January 15, 2026 at 4:26 PM
'Please, you don't have to have your hand on me'
Watch the moment ITV News' Peter A Smith was grabbed by a Reform UK staffer after being told to move on from his line of questioning while interviewing the party's new Scottish leader, Malcolm Offord
Watch the moment ITV News' Peter A Smith was grabbed by a Reform UK staffer after being told to move on from his line of questioning while interviewing the party's new Scottish leader, Malcolm Offord
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Pedophilia, extreme corruption, and rampant incompetence doesn't even dent Trump's hardcore MAGA support. The only way they'd ever turn from him is if he said "Treat immigrants and minorities with respect."
January 14, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Pedophilia, extreme corruption, and rampant incompetence doesn't even dent Trump's hardcore MAGA support. The only way they'd ever turn from him is if he said "Treat immigrants and minorities with respect."
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I’ve had over 200 emails in 24 hours asking where I stand on age-restricting social media.
I agree: under-16s should not have access. The online world isn’t safe for children. I’m urging the Government to act and learn from the Australian Labor Government.
youtu.be/yikgOZQKIN8
I agree: under-16s should not have access. The online world isn’t safe for children. I’m urging the Government to act and learn from the Australian Labor Government.
youtu.be/yikgOZQKIN8
I’ve Had 200 Emails in 24 Hours: BAN Kids Under 16 from Social Media?
YouTube video by Ben Goldsborough MP for South Norfolk
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January 15, 2026 at 4:43 PM
I’ve had over 200 emails in 24 hours asking where I stand on age-restricting social media.
I agree: under-16s should not have access. The online world isn’t safe for children. I’m urging the Government to act and learn from the Australian Labor Government.
youtu.be/yikgOZQKIN8
I agree: under-16s should not have access. The online world isn’t safe for children. I’m urging the Government to act and learn from the Australian Labor Government.
youtu.be/yikgOZQKIN8
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As Robert Jenrick jumps ship, Reform’s “new politics” looks more like a spin cycle for the same people behind 14 years of decline.
January 15, 2026 at 5:32 PM
As Robert Jenrick jumps ship, Reform’s “new politics” looks more like a spin cycle for the same people behind 14 years of decline.
CWU LIVE WEEKLY SHOW cwue5.org/2026/01/15/c...
CWU LIVE WEEKLY SHOW
CWU LIVE WEEKLY SHOW The purpose of this LTB is to advise branches, representatives and members that we are pausing the CWU Live weekly show to review the effectiveness and sustainability of …
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January 15, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Robert Jenrick illegally rushed through planning permission to try help a billionaire avoid £45m in property tax.
But he is sick of seeing Asylum Seekers break the law.
Because that’s only for him and his rich buddies.
But he is sick of seeing Asylum Seekers break the law.
Because that’s only for him and his rich buddies.
January 15, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Robert Jenrick illegally rushed through planning permission to try help a billionaire avoid £45m in property tax.
But he is sick of seeing Asylum Seekers break the law.
Because that’s only for him and his rich buddies.
But he is sick of seeing Asylum Seekers break the law.
Because that’s only for him and his rich buddies.
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🚸 This isn’t right. Children walking between Little Melton & Hethersett are forced onto a dangerous road with no pavement.
I’m campaigning for a footpath on Burnthouse Lane — add your name and help us make the case 👇 www.surveymonkey.com/r/FundThePath
I’m campaigning for a footpath on Burnthouse Lane — add your name and help us make the case 👇 www.surveymonkey.com/r/FundThePath
January 14, 2026 at 8:37 AM
🚸 This isn’t right. Children walking between Little Melton & Hethersett are forced onto a dangerous road with no pavement.
I’m campaigning for a footpath on Burnthouse Lane — add your name and help us make the case 👇 www.surveymonkey.com/r/FundThePath
I’m campaigning for a footpath on Burnthouse Lane — add your name and help us make the case 👇 www.surveymonkey.com/r/FundThePath
CWU NATIONAL WELFARE FUND 2025 cwue5.org/2026/01/14/c...
CWU NATIONAL WELFARE FUND 2025
CWU NATIONAL WELFARE FUND 2025 Please find below the branch breakdown of CWU National Welfare Fund donations that were made in 2025.BranchReasonAmount Eastern No.3Domestic£1,000.00…
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January 14, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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Low/Ground-level Letterboxes – Campaign Update cwue5.org/2026/01/14/l...
Low/Ground-level Letterboxes – Campaign Update
Low/Ground-level Letterboxes – Campaign Update Branches will recall LTB 084/25 from April of last year, which reported ongoing efforts in pursuit of the union’s longstanding aspiration to mak…
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January 14, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤.
Their work with partners like @quadraminstitute.bsky.social is helping people live healthier, happier lives: from everyday families to elite athletes.
This is Normal for Norfolk: high-tech, local, life-changing.
Their work with partners like @quadraminstitute.bsky.social is helping people live healthier, happier lives: from everyday families to elite athletes.
This is Normal for Norfolk: high-tech, local, life-changing.
January 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤.
Their work with partners like @quadraminstitute.bsky.social is helping people live healthier, happier lives: from everyday families to elite athletes.
This is Normal for Norfolk: high-tech, local, life-changing.
Their work with partners like @quadraminstitute.bsky.social is helping people live healthier, happier lives: from everyday families to elite athletes.
This is Normal for Norfolk: high-tech, local, life-changing.
General Conference 2026 – Sunday 10th May -Monday 11th May 2026 cwue5.org/2026/01/14/g...
General Conference 2026 – Sunday 10th May -Monday 11th May 2026
General Conference 2026 – Sunday 10th May -Monday 11th May 2026 Attached with this Letter to Branches are motion forms and rule proposal forms for General Conference 2026. Bran…
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January 14, 2026 at 2:20 PM
General Conference 2026 – Sunday 10th May -Monday 11th May 2026 cwue5.org/2026/01/14/g...
CWU International Women’s Day Networking Event – 10th March 2026, York cwue5.org/2026/01/13/c...
CWU International Women’s Day Networking Event – 10th March 2026, York
CWU International Women’s Day Networking Event – 10th March 2026, York The Equality, Education & Development Department is delighted to announce this year’s Women’s Networking Event will t…
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January 13, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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Nadhim Zahawi - Rat's and ships spring to mind... youtube.com/shorts/jr-B6...
Nadhim Zahawi - Rat's and ships spring to mind...
YouTube video by Bandofla Podcast
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January 13, 2026 at 5:33 AM
Nadhim Zahawi - Rat's and ships spring to mind... youtube.com/shorts/jr-B6...
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🚨Thames Water is on the brink of collapse.
🙋We asked its customers what should happen next.
54% think the water regulator Ofwat should put it into special administration. And over two thirds (68%) believe that Thames Water should be run in the public sector.
Read the full results here.
🙋We asked its customers what should happen next.
54% think the water regulator Ofwat should put it into special administration. And over two thirds (68%) believe that Thames Water should be run in the public sector.
Read the full results here.
New polling: majority of Thames Water customers want Ofwat to reject creditors’ proposal for the utility
New polling has revealed that 54% of Thames Water customers think Ofwat should reject a deal proposed by Thames Water's creditors, and put it into special administration.
weownit.org.uk
January 12, 2026 at 4:20 PM
🚨Thames Water is on the brink of collapse.
🙋We asked its customers what should happen next.
54% think the water regulator Ofwat should put it into special administration. And over two thirds (68%) believe that Thames Water should be run in the public sector.
Read the full results here.
🙋We asked its customers what should happen next.
54% think the water regulator Ofwat should put it into special administration. And over two thirds (68%) believe that Thames Water should be run in the public sector.
Read the full results here.
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'A number of users have used AI... to create images of me in bikinis. Just this morning [there was] one of me heavily pregnant as a trad wife'
Labour MP Jess Asato says she's one of millions of women who have not consented to intimate images being made of them on X's Grok
Labour MP Jess Asato says she's one of millions of women who have not consented to intimate images being made of them on X's Grok
January 12, 2026 at 6:53 PM
'A number of users have used AI... to create images of me in bikinis. Just this morning [there was] one of me heavily pregnant as a trad wife'
Labour MP Jess Asato says she's one of millions of women who have not consented to intimate images being made of them on X's Grok
Labour MP Jess Asato says she's one of millions of women who have not consented to intimate images being made of them on X's Grok
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Massive protests in New York against ICE.
The Governors of the States can ban ICE from their State.
Voters in 45 out of 50 States now oppose Donald Trump.
Ban ICE in all of them.
The Governors of the States can ban ICE from their State.
Voters in 45 out of 50 States now oppose Donald Trump.
Ban ICE in all of them.
January 11, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Massive protests in New York against ICE.
The Governors of the States can ban ICE from their State.
Voters in 45 out of 50 States now oppose Donald Trump.
Ban ICE in all of them.
The Governors of the States can ban ICE from their State.
Voters in 45 out of 50 States now oppose Donald Trump.
Ban ICE in all of them.
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Big news for Wymondham 👇
Historic Moot Hill has been saved by Norfolk Archaeological Trust, with support from Historic England
This is the start of long-term work to conserve the site so it can be explored safely and enjoyed for generations.
Just another reason to visit South Norfolk!
Historic Moot Hill has been saved by Norfolk Archaeological Trust, with support from Historic England
This is the start of long-term work to conserve the site so it can be explored safely and enjoyed for generations.
Just another reason to visit South Norfolk!
January 12, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Big news for Wymondham 👇
Historic Moot Hill has been saved by Norfolk Archaeological Trust, with support from Historic England
This is the start of long-term work to conserve the site so it can be explored safely and enjoyed for generations.
Just another reason to visit South Norfolk!
Historic Moot Hill has been saved by Norfolk Archaeological Trust, with support from Historic England
This is the start of long-term work to conserve the site so it can be explored safely and enjoyed for generations.
Just another reason to visit South Norfolk!
Branch Information – Area and Local Workplace Reps Database – Yearly Update cwue5.org/2026/01/12/b...
Branch Information – Area and Local Workplace Reps Database – Yearly Update
Branch Information – Area and Local Workplace Reps Database – Yearly Update The purpose of this LTB is to remind Branches of a yearly housekeeping requirement to update representative details follo…
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January 12, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Branch Information – Area and Local Workplace Reps Database – Yearly Update cwue5.org/2026/01/12/b...
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BREAKING: Technology Secretary Liz Kendall says creating ”non-consensual intimate images”, including with X’s Grok, will be made illegal this week
January 12, 2026 at 5:18 PM
BREAKING: Technology Secretary Liz Kendall says creating ”non-consensual intimate images”, including with X’s Grok, will be made illegal this week