General Federation of Trade Unions

@gftu.org.uk

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Founded 1899. A federation of trade unions. Delivering trade union education through @gftuet.org.uk. Building solidarity. The home of @strikemap.org #GFTU. All our links: beacons.ai/gftu

A group of people are walking in a procession carrying large red flags. The scene is outdoors on a sunny day with trees and tents in the background.
A group of people stand in front of a large, colorful banner for the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU). The banner features themes like solidarity, power, and education. Overlay text reads, "Celebrating GFTU Anniversary.
A row of clamshell takeout containers is shown on a tray, each filled with fried fish and chips. Hands are reaching toward the containers, one of which is partially open, revealing the crispy food inside. The scene is set against a warmly lit backdrop.
A person wearing sunglasses and a plaid shirt stands in front of a colorful banner. The banner features symbols and text related to equality, power, and education, with "GFTU" prominently displayed.
A group of people seated in a room facing a screen displaying a video call. The walls are decorated with multiple paintings.
The image is a collage featuring people at an event with signs for PDA Union and the General Federation of Trade Unions. The text on the image reads "JOB VACANCY" with a URL: www.gftu.org.uk/jobs.
Cover image for Federation News, featuring the welcome message: "Welcome to the first edition of this new-look Federation News," followed by "By Carolyn Jones, Editor."
A person at a booth engages with two visitors. The booth features banners for GFTU Educational Trust and General Federation of Trade Unions, displaying information and images related to educational opportunities for the trade union movement. A table is set with pamphlets and promotional items.
A seagull perched on a railing with a blurred view of Brighton Palace Pier in the background. Overlay text reads, "SAVE THE DATE" with details for an event on September 13, 2026, including free fish and chips. Organized by the General Federation of Trade Unions and sponsored by Morrish Solicitors.
A group of people seated in a room, facing a large screen displaying a Skype video call. The room has several paintings on the walls, and a laptop on a small table is connected to the screen.
The image shows a white tote bag and a white T-shirt, both featuring the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) logo. The logo includes two clasped hands inside a hexagonal shape with "Education," "Solidarity," and "Unity" written along the inside border. The year "1899" is noted in the design.
A group of people smiling and waving while standing on grass outside a large, traditional stone building with multiple dormer windows. They appear to be enjoying a sunny day.
Four people seated at a table, attentively listening to something off-camera. The setting appears to be a professional or educational environment. Bottled water and papers are visible on the table.
Two people are seated on a yellow sofa in a living room. One person is focused on a smartphone, while the other person, holding a phone, glances playfully at the camera. A window with white frames and a pink orchid on the sill is visible in the background.
GFTU Logo. Text reads: Save the date. Picture of a seagull on the pier. Text reads: 13.09.26 8pm-till late Free Fish & Chips Brighton Palace Pier. Sponsored by Morrish.
Reminder notification with an envelope icon and a notification badge. Text reads: "1 invite to GFTU Supporters WhatsApp group." Below is a "Sign Up" button. The background is a speckled brown texture.
Historic black and white image of the ship Empire Windrush arriving in London. A large group of passengers are visible on the deck, waving towards the shore. An industrial backdrop with buildings and a smokestack is seen in the distance.
A group of six people standing in front of a brick building with a sign that reads "GFTU Educational Trust."
A group of people stands in front of a West Midlands Fire Service truck. A red double-decker bus with "Frozen" themed decorations is visible. Buildings with large windows are in the background. One person is holding a wreath.
Poster for the "Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival" on Saturday 18th July at 2:00pm. Event title: "Forward to Employment Rights #2 Bill: Restoring Trade Union Rights." Speakers include Eddie Dempsey, John McDonnell, Fran Heathcote, Prof Keith Ewing, Cristina Ioannou, and Chair Sarah Woolley. The event requires a wristband for entry and is in association with Strike Map. Logos for "Campaign for Trade Union Freedom" and "IER" are present.
A group of police officers in uniform are advancing down a street in a coordinated formation. In front of them, individuals are running away in various directions. The background features industrial buildings and foliage. The setting suggests a tense or protest-like atmosphere.
A smartphone displaying a messaging app screen. The GFTU Supporters logo is at the top. A message reads: "Have you heard about our WhatsApp group? It's a community that showcases updates, training opportunities, events, and inspiring union work from across the UK!" Below, a reply states: "Send me the link and count me in!
Poster for the Durham Miners' Gala event on Friday, 10th July at 6:00pm. Hosted at the Methodist Church, Old Elvet, Durham. Features speakers such as Dave Prentis, Fran Heathcote, and Len McCluskey. Includes logos for Strike Map, Campaign for Trade Union Freedom, Institute of Employment Rights, and Morrish Solicitors.
A large group of people gather on a street for a protest or rally. They hold various banners and signs, some featuring images and symbols like the hammer and sickle, and others with text. There are green tents and posters around, including one reading "Stand Up to Racism." The scene is busy and colorful, with trees and buildings in the background.
Pride Month banner featuring a rainbow wave with "Pride Month" in bold text. Logos of GFTU and GFTU Educational Trust are displayed at the bottom.
A flyer for an online screening event. It announces "The Story of Jenin," a film by Ehab Ghafri, with a Q&A session. The event is on 10th June 2026 at 7pm. There's an image of a smiling person and a QR code. The background includes a street scene. SWU is inviting social workers, trade unionists, and activists.
A group of people holding banners and signs, gathered in front of a red tent. The signs display "Bakers Food and Allied Workers Union" (BFAWU). Text above and below the image reads "Solidarity Greetings." Logos for GFTU and BFAWU are at the bottom.
A group of people stand on a raised platform outside a brick building with their fists raised. They are wearing casual clothing, with some in printed t-shirts. The scene appears to be part of a demonstration or event.
A poster for "The Story of Jenin," a film by Ehab Ghafri, featuring a bullet hole in glass and a blurred background of a street scene on the left. On the right, there is a person with crossed arms, wearing a dark shirt, smiling.
The image shows text on a blue background with a small Cuban flag. It reads: "Cuba Solidarity Campaign. Letters coordinated by the Cuba Solidarity Campaign and All Party Parliamentary Group on Cuba have condemned the US indictment of Raúl Castro."
This image is a promotional poster for the International Conference Against War. The text includes the date and location: Saturday, 20 June 2026, in London at Central Hall Westminster. It features logos of various supporting organisations, including Stop the War Coalition, UNISON, UCU, and Palestine Solidarity Campaign, among others. The background displays a large red "X" over the word "War.
A person is in front of a red curtain with stars and the large text "Martin Rowson" above. The background includes the logos for Summer School and GFTU. The date and location listed are 14.07.26 at Quorn Grange Hotel.
The image shows a gathering for a May Day event. A fire truck is present with people standing on it, speaking and holding green objects. Large red and yellow banners hang from the truck with inscriptions about union rights, human rights, and the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU). Buildings line the background.
A group of people are seated in a conference room, engaged in a discussion. One person is speaking, holding a paper. The walls are decorated with colorful sticky notes and charts. A laptop with stickers is on a table, where various papers and stationery items are scattered.
A group of four people sitting in chairs, one holding papers and speaking. The room has gray walls and a whiteboard.
A person stands in front of a red curtain with small stars. Large text above reads "Martin Rowson." At the bottom, it mentions "Summer School" and "Quorn Grange Hotel" with a date.
A group of people holding "PCS" signs and flags during a demonstration. They are wearing rain ponchos and yellow vests. Text reads "SOLIDARITY GREETINGS." Logos for GFTU and PCS are at the bottom.
A graphic with SOLIDARITY across the top in green all caps with a picture of two women with their backs to the camera just below wearing white branded vests that include the Royal College of Nursing Logo and beneath in bold red writing, also in all caps that reads, THE VOICE OF NURSING. Just below the image is GREETINGS, again in green all caps with the logos of GFTU and Royal College of Nursing Logo at the very bottom.
Two individuals are outdoors, engaged in a conversation. One person is gesturing, while the other holds a smartphone, possibly recording. Colourful banners related to the National Union of Mineworkers are displayed in the background.