matt3c wrote:This may sound like a daft question, but will i be able to vote as im not in the union?
No - to vote you have to be a member of the CWU as they are the recognised representative organisation for RM workers.
matt3c wrote:also if im not a member of the union and i do go out on strike what will happen to me ??
You have the same rights as Union members going on strike, but you won't have the support of the National side of the Union, although if you show solidarity I am sure the Union will locally if anything does happen.
This page gives you information on strikes and possible actions by employers that can be taken.
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Joining
check out this page for benefits to CWU members
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and this one
http://www.cwu.org/join.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; this page also has a link to order an info pack and application form
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