MAXIMUM VOTE FOR LABOUR TO DEFEAT TORIES

RMT helpline 0800 376 3706 :: may 2017 :: RMTnews 9 Parliamentary column The outcome of this general election will clearly be either a Labour government led by Jeremy Corbyn whose key policies include support for trade union and employment rights, repeal of anti- union legislation, public ownership of the railways and opposition to austerity or a Tory government who wish to introduce even more vicious anti-trade union legislation, austerity and privatisation and attacks on the working class. Following a decision of the national executive committee, RMT is supporting a maximum Labour vote at the general election to defeat the Tories and for there to be a Labour government led by Jeremy Corbyn. RMT general secretary Mick Cash said that Jeremy Corbyn was the genuine article who has a vision of Britain based on hope not fear that delivers for working people. “He has pledged to put transport, and the renationalisation of our railways, right at the top of the agenda. “That’s a policy that is backed by 70 per cent of the British people and stands in stark contrast to the privatised racketeering on our tracks under the Tories. “In contrast, Theresa May is a hard right politician who is seeking a mandate to carry out the agenda of the big business establishment. “That means more cuts to our public services and driving down pay and job security through shredding employment and trade union protections.” “Although RMT is not affiliated to the Labour Party we have no hesitation in saying that it is in the interests of working people for there to be a Labour government led by Jeremy Corbyn,” he said. MAXIMUM VOTE FOR LABOUR TO DEFEAT TORIES Dear RMT members, Thank you for the fantastic job you do in our rail, tube, bus maritime, offshore and road transport sectors. It's your efforts that keep our country moving. You and your families are entitled to a fair deal at work and at home. But instead of backing you the Tories back the transport corporations and their constant cuts and attacks on your jobs and conditions. And already in this election they are trying to sow fear and division in our communities. But we can change things by backing Labour on June 8. A Labour government will roll up our sleeves and work tirelessly for an economy and society which delivers for the many not the few. That means a secure well paid and valued job. It means affordable housing with decent local schools and high quality health care for all. It means a properly staffed public transport system. I am grateful that RMT and many other unions are backing Labour. Now let’s work together for a better future. Best wishes, Jeremy Corbyn MP Leader of the Labour Party A MESSAGE TO RMT MEMBERS FROM LABOUR LEADER JEREMY CORBYN