Introduction to the RFU

Welcome

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Welcome to HFRS RDS a proud tradition and respected service

Welcome

Introduction to the RFU

WelcomeWhy join a union?

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•First they came for the Communists but I was not a Communist so I did not speak out.

•Then they came for the Socialists and the Trade Unionists but I was not one of them, so I did not speak out.

•Then they came for the Jews but I was not Jewish so I did not speak out. And when they came for me, there was no one left to speak out for me.

•Martin Niemoeller

Why join a union?

Introduction to the RFU

WelcomeWhy join a union?

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•An insurance policy•Someone to look out for you and only for you in the global development of HFRS•An independent representative•To keep you informed

Why join a union?

Introduction to the RFU

WelcomeWhy join a union?History

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•The Retained Firefighters Union (RFU) was formed in 1976•In both national and local branches we are run by current and retired retained Firefighters•We are non striking•We are a political

History

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WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperience

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•Past experience•IRMP•The blurring of definitions - WDS/RDS

Experience

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WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperienceOur methods

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Our methods include:•Consultation•The media•The strength of feeling from our friends and neighbours in the community. •Keeping you informed•Being respected•But most importantly - Non striking

Our methods

Introduction to the RFU

WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperienceOur methods

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We also believe that the partnership approach is likely to lead to longer-lasting agreements and stability. The power of argument is more powerful in the longer run than the argument of power.

Our methods

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WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperienceOur methodsA political

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The RFU are an independent trade union under the Trade Union & Labour Relations Act 1974 (see copy of certificate here). We have no political affiliation and therefore all monies from union subscription are ploughed back into maintaining a first class service which protects our members 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year thus providing excellent value for money.

A political

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WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperienceOur methodsA politicalRecognition – National & Local

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The National Employers announced in February 2005 that the RFU was to be granted National Recognition Rights (for consultation).

Recognition – National & Local

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WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperienceOur methodsA politicalRecognition – National & LocalWhat’s in it for you?

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What’s in it for you?

So what do you get for your money?•Website (hrfu.org.uk)•Newsletter•Independent help with any questions•Backing of the RFU•And soon, a great new offer!

Introduction to the RFU

WelcomeWhy join a union?HistoryExperienceOur methodsA politicalRecognition – National & LocalWhat’s in it for you?The End?

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The End?