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Garry Graham

@Garry_Graham1

Former Deputy General Secretary of Prospect responsible for staff in public services, STEM, aviation, defence, energy and nuclear sectors. All views my own.

 London, England
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Joined June 2018
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I am starting to feel a stranger in my own country. Not because of desperate people arriving by boat but because of the intolerance and hatred I see unfolding on our streets and a toxic narrative promoted by those who know exactly what they are doing. We are better than this.
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Each of my family members has refused to apply to do Race Across The World with me. I cannot fathom why. It’s almost as if they think I would be childishly competitive and intensely annoying.
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Awesome day walking the Fairfield Horshoe in the Lakes! Brilliant to be in the mountains again.
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News that Trump has signed an executive order banning collective bargaining for nearly 1 million US federal workers is incredibly worrying. We stand in solidarity with our colleagues and sister unions overseas against these attacks on their union rights.
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Govt to legislate to protect civil service from unfair criticism from ministers. “It shouldn’t come to this”, said one minister, “but it has. Civil servants can’t defend themselves publicly & need protecting. It can’t always be up to FDA” New regulator will oversee complaints.
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Mike Clancy@mikeclancy126 Mar 2025
The civil service reform agenda can't be just an exercise in saving money. Read my thoughts on the #SpringStatement in the Guardian: theguardian.com/commentisfre…
Will Rachel Reeves’s tough decisions pay off? Our panel on the spring statement

Will Rachel Reeves’s tough decisions pay off? Our panel on the spring statement

The chancellor boosted defence spending while piling on further welfare cuts – all set against gloomy growth forecasts

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“These are places which don’t always arrive on the public’s radar until they realise how important they are and that the people in them are experts.” @mikeclancy1 speaking up for our public sector members who work at regulators on @TimesRadio 📻
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It’s time to get Britain building again. Spot on @AngelaRayner For homes, for energy, for infrastructure & communities. The Planning & Infrastructure Bill is key to our future prosperity. thetimes.com/article/d0854c8…
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Out on the hill in the Lakes on Wednesday and Thursday. One of the days was t shirt weather!
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Mike Clancy@mikeclancy130 Jan 2025
For the President of the United States to be making baseless, prejudiced, comments about dedicated air traffic professionals at this time is utterly deplorable. We at @ProspectUnion send our solidarity to ATC colleagues in the USA and everyone affected by this tragedy.
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Solidarity to colleagues in the USA affected by the terrible collision in Washington DC The immediate conjecture and criticism of the background & ability of Air Traffic Controllers at the very highest level within the US is something we deplore Statement from our @ATCOsBranch
The tragic loss of life following the mid-air collision in Washington DC early this morning has shocked and saddened us all within ATC worldwide. We have sent a letter of support from the ATCOs’ Branch to Nick Daniels, President of NATCA, expressing solidarity with our colleagues in the USA affected by this terrible occurrence. Safety is at the heart of what we do, supported by a bedrock of open reporting and just culture. The immediate conjecture and criticism of the background and ability of Air Traffic Controllers at the very highest level within the US is something we deplore. Full investigation of the accident has started but must not be prejudiced for political gain or headlines. Such an event is very likely the worst scenario any of us can imagine and our sincere thoughts go to the ATC professionals involved at this exceptionally difficult time. ATCOs’ Branch Executive Committee

ALT The tragic loss of life following the mid-air collision in Washington DC early this morning has shocked and saddened us all within ATC worldwide. We have sent a letter of support from the ATCOs’ Branch to Nick Daniels, President of NATCA, expressing solidarity with our colleagues in the USA affected by this terrible occurrence. Safety is at the heart of what we do, supported by a bedrock of open reporting and just culture. The immediate conjecture and criticism of the background and ability of Air Traffic Controllers at the very highest level within the US is something we deplore. Full investigation of the accident has started but must not be prejudiced for political gain or headlines. Such an event is very likely the worst scenario any of us can imagine and our sincere thoughts go to the ATC professionals involved at this exceptionally difficult time. ATCOs’ Branch Executive Committee

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After more than 20 years at Prospect I am stepping down as Deputy General Secretary at the end of the year. Prospect has been a fantastic union to work for and it has been a privilege to represent members across aviation, defence, energy, nuclear and public sectors.
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I have worked with some great colleagues and made enduring friendships. I have been an advocate of partnership working where possible and robust challenge when needed. I leave Prospect with fond memories and wish colleagues and members all the very best for the future.
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It’s time to explore new work opportunities, see more of family and friends and climb some new mountains.
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We want to see heritage recognised as an investment to protect and preserve for the next generation, and to reap the economic and cultural benefits that it brings to all our lives. Recap of our heritage event at the Welsh Parliament this week. prospect.org.uk/news/prospec…
Prospect celebrates value of heritage workers in Wales

Prospect celebrates value of heritage workers in Wales

A special Prospect event to highlight the importance of heritage and culture to the wellbeing of people and the...

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We’re in Birmingham to welcome delegates to Prospect National Conference 2024! #ProspectConf 💚
“Union for the future” sign at Prospect National Conference

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Tech Workers Branch Committee Vice Chair Domanic Smith-Jones attended the @uniglobalunion ICTS Conference in Cape Town recently 💻 Domanic introduced Prospect’s motion on the regulation of AI, with Uni Global delegates from across the world voting in favour.
Domanic introducing the motion on AI at the Uni Global ICTS conference.

ALT Domanic introducing the motion on AI at the Uni Global ICTS conference.

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The House of Commons has voted for risk-based exclusion upon arrest to protect Parliamentary workers by a single vote. This is the culmination of years of campaigning by Prospect and many others. Reaction from @mikeclancy1: This is an important and overdue victory…
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Mike Clancy, said: “Improving equality, diversity and inclusion in the civil service is "not a woke hobby horse" as claimed by some ministers. Instead, it speaks to the enduring values of the civil service of recruitment and promotion on merit.... civilserviceworld.com//profe…
McVey announces 'common sense' plan to streamline equality and diversity work

McVey announces 'common sense' plan to streamline equality and diversity work

Esther McVey takes aim at “woke hobby horses”, external EDI spending and non-standardised lanyards

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Good industrial relations & economic success founded on dialogue, honest debate, and long-term partnership between government, employers & unions.   Labour plans for a new deal for working people would do that. The movement should get behind this plan.   thetimes.co.uk/article/labou…
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Today, a new border between the UK and the EU comes into force, meaning imports of plants and animals will have to be checked by UK officials before being distributed around the country. The Government hasn’t put in the effort to ensure sufficient inspections at the new border.
Mike Clancy, General Secretary of Prospect, said: “We have known for years that this crunch point is coming and yet the Government hasn’t put in the effort to ensure there will actually be enough people to carry out the inspection work. “APHA has a huge problem with recruitment and retention, mainly due to structural issues including a lack of pay progression and people being able to get better pay elsewhere in the Civil Service. Many of those originally recruited to work on the new border have already left those roles for these reasons. “Prospect members are doing all they can to make the new border a success but there aren’t enough of them and the level of workload this puts on those who remain is unsustainable. “This situation is being replicated across the Civil Service where long-term pay decline has seen experienced staff leave and stretched vital services to breaking point.”

ALT Mike Clancy, General Secretary of Prospect, said: “We have known for years that this crunch point is coming and yet the Government hasn’t put in the effort to ensure there will actually be enough people to carry out the inspection work. “APHA has a huge problem with recruitment and retention, mainly due to structural issues including a lack of pay progression and people being able to get better pay elsewhere in the Civil Service. Many of those originally recruited to work on the new border have already left those roles for these reasons. “Prospect members are doing all they can to make the new border a success but there aren’t enough of them and the level of workload this puts on those who remain is unsustainable. “This situation is being replicated across the Civil Service where long-term pay decline has seen experienced staff leave and stretched vital services to breaking point.”

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