UNISON, the UK’s largest union, has today (Thursday) backed Bridget Phillipson to become deputy leader of the Labour Party.
The decision was taken by the union’s Labour Link committee, made up of UNISON representatives from across the country. They are all also members of the Labour Party.
Chair of UNISON’s Labour Link committee Linda Hobson said: “The Labour Party was fortunate to have two strong candidates standing for deputy leader.
“Bridget will be a strong, persuasive and passionate voice at the top of the party to help steer the change that people voted for.
“She has a clear understanding of unions and will be a powerful voice for UNISON members working across public services.”
Notes to editors:
– UNISON is the UK’s largest union, with more than 1.3 million members providing public services in education, local government, the NHS, police service and energy.
Media contacts:
Dan Ashley M: 07508 080349 E: d.ashley@unison.co.uk
Anthony Barnes M: 07834 864794 E: a.barnes@unison.co.uk
