South Asian Heritage Month seeks to raise the profile of British South Asian heritage and history in the UK through education, arts, culture and commemoration, with the goal of helping people to better understand the diversity of present-day Britain and improve social cohesion across the country.
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As a result of 2 change programmes in Lloyds Banking Group announced today, 41 roles are being removed with 2 new roles created resulting in a net reduction of 39 roles.
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We’re saddened to report that Accord’s former President, Marilyn Morris, passed away on 7th August aged 68. Marilyn led our union during the most turbulent time in our history with courage, commitment and good humour.
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We teamed up with the Bank Workers Charity for a wellbeing webinar to explore our understanding of grief and loss, how it can impact people, and what you can do and say to be supportive.
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This July newsround for members in TSB provides an update on the lifting of restrictions in England and what this means for staff, dealing with abusive customers, concerns about staffing issues, the impact of long Covid, and more.
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Every year the TUC runs a campaign to coincide with Pride in London. This year the TUC and its affiliates are calling on the government to promote equality and eliminate discrimination against LGBT+ people and build an inclusive culture in words and deeds that supports LGBT+ people’s safety, dignity and equality so that LGBT+ people can thrive and live authentically.
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Another issue of our new communication just for Accord reps in Lloyds Banking Group. This update covers issues outside of the regular 'business news' that relate directly to the role of a rep - including lifting restrictions, TUC flexible working survey, a long Covid petition, member webinars, a BWC guide to anxiety and more. #Reps #LBG
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A summary of the updated approach in LBG sites and branches in England, effective from 19th July 2021, and what staff should expect next.
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Our relationships have been hugely important in helping us get through the pandemic, but working from home, self-isolation, social distancing and other concerns have placed them under added pressure. This blog post, by the BWC, details the support available to bank employees and their dependents.
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