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Apparently there was a “demo” in London on Wednesday ;)
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What an amazing day it was! Schools from all over Merton were closed by NEU staff, many of whom then came along to the demonstration in London to convene with other teachers across the capital to make their frustration at the government’s intransigent (or perhaps ‘belligerent’ is a better word) position on teacher’s pay & school funding. Either way, the sheer depth of feeling was truly palpable from the moment we emerged from the Underground at Tottenham Court Road, to the sound of a large crowd further down the road at Oxford Circus. The atmosphere was electric.
As our contingent assembled, passers-
After what seemed an interminable delay, the march started and we made our way down the length of Regent St, to Trafalgar Square and then on into Whitehall and the Houses of Parliament, waving our banners, blowing whistles and singing songs, accompanied by Ukelele. (Check out some of the banners in the photos below). The feeling was bouyant all around with good humour & plenty of support from members of the public. All in all a great day, which was replicated in city after city across the country as NEU Districts across England & Wales held demonstrations rallies in support of our fully funded pay claim.
The Officers of Merton NEU would just like to say a huge “Thank You” to every single member who came out in support of our action on 1st Feb, to deliver such a clear unequivocal message to our employers. In particular to all of the School Reps who have worked so hard to organise meetings, picket lines etc in their own schools in advance Wednesday’s strike. You have all been fantastic. We sincerely hope that our message has been heard & will be acted upon, however, we also need to be prepared to do it all again, for our 2nd day of action on 2/3/23.
PS: Some excellent banners on the march too.
Please watch out for further details for activities in Merton in relation to these strike days.
Please watch out for further details for activities in Merton in relation to these strike days.
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A few photo’s from the day.
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