A big day coming up in April as we host an afternoon of discussion with academics and trade union leaders from Myanmar and the UK, as well as special guest, Jeremy Corbyn.
All this followed by an evening of comedy to raise funds for the Burmese trade unions struggle against the military dictatorship with legendary comedian, Mark Thomas.
Help Free Garment Workers in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, 115 garment workers and union organisers were jailed during protests for a living wage, help raise money for their release.
Garment Workers in Bangladesh Deserve a Living Wage
On 1st November the Minimum Wage Board in Bangladesh will make its decision on the new minimum wage rate for garment workers. Trade unions and labour organisations are calling for an increase to 23,000 taka per month, which is roughly £172. Bangladeshi garment workers deserve a living wage, now is the time to support them.
An Open Letter to the UK Trade Union Movement – Stop participating in the exploitation of workers in the Global South
Last week No Sweat was due to speak at the TUC’s Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival. While the event was cancelled due to high winds we wanted to share what we had planned to say.