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Manchester for The Alternative

In March, over 500,000 people came together on the streets of London in opposition to the damaging cuts being faced by the public sector. This October, join the TUC once again, this time in Manchester, and show your support for The Alternative.
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This year the Conservative Party are having their annual Conference in Manchester and the TUC is organising a march and rally to show opposition to the Coalition Government's disastrous policies of pay freezes, cuts and attacks on public services that are producing rising unemployment, cuts in living standards and stagnation.

The march will also show the support for The Alternative. We need jobs, growth and justice for a sustainable future and this event will send that message loud and clear.

When?

Sunday 2 October - Assemble 12 noon

Where?

Assemble on Liverpool Road (off Deansgate), Manchester

Speakers at the event include:

Paul Kenny GMB

Len McCluskey Unite

Christine Blower NUT

Mark Sewotka PCS

Chris Keates NASUWT

Bob Crow RMT

Mary Bousted ATL

Rena Wood UNISON

There will be provision for marchers with disabilities, including a short route.

Do you want to help promote the event?

If you want to help promote the event you can download and print off a PDF flyer or e mail NWMarch@tuc.org.uk for printed copies - clearly stating the number of leaflets wanted and a postal address for delivery (allow 5 working days for delivery)

Let TUC know if you are booking transport and they can give advice on drop off, parking and collection.

 

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