{"id":95,"date":"2025-11-12T10:10:44","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T10:10:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cwuglc.ahcomputers.co.uk\/?page_id=95"},"modified":"2026-06-06T00:39:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T23:39:07","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cwuglc.org\/index.php\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The CWU Greater London Combined (GLC) Branch proudly represents the workforce driving the telecommunications and financial services sectors. We unite field engineers, network specialists, customer service teams, and operational support staff\u2014the essential workers who keep our communities connected and supported every single day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Built on solidarity and fairness, our branch ensures that every worker has a powerful, respected voice in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-02449d09a2f1a932ac437b84dd3fcd31 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ff0076\"><strong>Our Core Values<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are driven by fairness, dignity, equality, and collective strength. Our mission is to defend your rights, challenge workplace unfairness, and negotiate for higher pay, safer environments, and improved working conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We represent a vibrant, diverse membership, welcoming women, LGBTQ+ individuals, BAME communities, young workers, and long-serving colleagues. Here, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f5a80878207676041ff4da1367364eb9 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ff0076\"><strong>Who We Represent<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our strength lies in our diversity. We protect workers across a broad spectrum of roles and companies within telecoms and financial services, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Field Engineers &amp; Network Specialists<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact Centre Operations &amp; Customer Support<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clerical Roles &amp; Financial Services Personnel<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical Specialists &amp; Operational Support Staff<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4b3dc6fee874ceeb3f29b7f80671bfb3 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ff0076\"><strong>What We Do<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We protect and support our members throughout their entire career journey by providing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Workplace Representation:<\/strong> Professional advocacy when facing employment challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expert Advice:<\/strong> Clear guidance on workplace rights, contracts, and company policies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Collective Bargaining:<\/strong> Strategic negotiation for better salary packages and protections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal Support:<\/strong> Access to dedicated legal assistance when it matters most.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you need help resolving a workplace issue, want to understand your legal rights, or want to actively shape the future of your industry, we stand ready to support you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-faea36daa1182a0eb5248a86916d3ff9 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#ff0076\"><strong>Together, we build confidence. 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