04 November 2011     Let me start with the quashing the of rumours

Alan Shaw
A.T.C.U. Member
Manchester Piccadilly
First T.P.E 

To All,                                                     
           
Since the event of industrial action taken by ASLEF and RMT on the 24/08/2011 I have found myself in an awkward, stressful and tedious situation, being suspended from work due to my behaviour on the said day pending investing

Let me first off all start with the quashing of rumours I am led to believe are flying around. Throughout this whole episode A.T.C.U. as a union have backed, reassured, advised and supported me 100% and have never indicated nor suggested otherwise, so to all you doubters out there shame on you!

To all you scare mongers be it from other unions or elsewhere, you were and are, so far off the mark it’s untrue.

I am proud to be a member of A.T.C.U. who I know to be a caring, open minded and dedicated union, not only towards its members but all personnel. A.T.C.U. are a union who are prepared and willing to open lines of communication with those who may be affected by situations that arise from time to time whether individuals or other unions to ensure decisions and actions are for the good of all and not just the few.
                       
To anybody out there who is wavering whether to join A.T.C.U. take it from me, do not hesitate, you will be in safe hands. To those who are unhappy, disheartened and fed up with your present union! Take a look at a modern free thinking 21st century union that listens to, cares about, respects and protects all its members.

I would like to big up both Dave Nixon and Mick Fitton, thank you both for all your help and support and I would like to think that one day I may be able to repay you both.

Mick, all the best in your new adventure and good luck mate, You, of all people, deserve it.

Alan Shaw