UITBB stands in solidarity with CFMEU, protesting the Australian government’s takeover. Read the letter of support here:
On behalf of UITBB, we extend our unwavering solidarity and support to all the members of the CFMEU during this challenging period. We have been closely monitoring the recent developments involving the federal government’s intervention in the CFMEU. The drastic measures, including the dismissal of over 270 union officials and the imposition of an administrator, strike us as an unprecedented and blatant interference in the legitimate activities of trade unions.
This is very concerning not just for the CFMEU but for the broader labor movement across Australia as well as internationally. Regardless of the excuses used by the Government, these actions are nothing but a blatant attack on the fundamental rights of workers to organize and advocate for their interests. It is alarming that the CFMEU, a trade union that has historically been at the forefront of protecting workers’ rights and ensuring safe working conditions, is now under a politically motivated attack that totally disregards due
process. The fact that the Labour Party is a part of this attack, is extremely concerning.
The UITBB stands firmly with the CFMEU in opposing these actions. No worker is alone. The
integrity of the union movement is not only crucial for defending trade union liberties, but also for fighting towards the ultimate goal of social justice and equality. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and lend our support in any way possible. The struggles CFMEU faces today are shared by all the workers in our ranks and their unions across the globe. Together, we will continue to fight for a world where the rights of workers are respected and upheld.
Michalis Papanikolaou
General Secretary