Union protestors heading to London (From Basingstoke Gazette)
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Union protestors heading to London
9:00am Friday 12th October 2012 in Local By Emily Roberts, Chief Reporter
COACHES from Basingstoke will take members of UNISON to a protest in London.
The demonstration, against cuts to public services and jobs on October 20, will include members of various trade unions, community groups and members of the public who will take to the streets against the Government’s spending cuts and privatisation.
Tim Cutter, Hampshire UNISON branch secretary, said: “Communities are under threat by the destruction of public services. That’s why we’re marching in London.”
Anyone wanting to join the coach from Basingstoke to attend the protest should call UNISON on 01962 842094 or email unison@hants.gov.uk.
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