RMT AT NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL

RMT helpline 0800 376 3706 :: october 2023 :: RMTnews 22 The union had a presence in the Notting Hill Carnival once more this year, writes Nathan Wallace. RMT again showcased the long-standing campaign for reparations for African enslavement and colonialism. Participants at the Notting Hill Carnival were given the opportunity to gather further understanding of the Reparation Movement by the use of QR codes displayed on the RMT banner at the Notting Hill Carnival. RMT activists arrived early to leaflet the event on both days. The London Transport Regional Council produced a leaflet titled, ‘Stop the decline of the Tube’. This leaflet highlighted station closures, maintenance and investment budget cuts, fewer train drivers and more risk to the travelling public in London. The accompanying QR code included links to a petition relating to the issues highlighted. The RMT presence at Notting Hill Carnival was well received and appreciated. The RMT logo was visible on the Colours Masquerade, (Mas) band T- shirt and the accompanying PA system repeatedly mentioned the union and referenced our causes over the two days. A wide cross section of the membership once again represented the union and a strong and varied political message was conveyed. Once again, the RMT banner paid homage to the late communist and intersectional feminist Claudia Jones who is credited as being the one of the founders of the Notting Hill Carnival. RMT AT NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL