EC Meeting March 2017

 Progress exploration of marketing a new funding stream through a workers’ beer and wine. A new Federation Beer should be launched soon, ongoing discussions concerning a GFTU wine.

Quorn Grange Hotel

1 We have invested heavily in our hotel. We do not owe a penny on it, though may have to take loans if we proceed with the new build. All rooms have been refurbished, the bar and lounge area has been refurbished. We want our guests and our union members to have the very best food, rooms, and surroundings. The hotel generously gift aids the GFTU Educational Trust. 2 The value of the hotel has increased since our ownership began and of course the approach to staffing has been transformed, no more agency staff, no more zero hours contract the living wage, union recognition, good terms and conditions and a new pension scheme. 3 The hotel has been indispensable to many affiliates and saved them money and given them a home from home as it were. We are delighted that 30 unions use the building but there is no room for complacency. Please use your hotel encourage members to go there for family events and benefit from our discounts.

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