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Unions trade accusations in row over bullying and sexism

GMB members employed by Unite have begun a four-day strike alleging a toxic workplace culture at the trade union’s National Bargaining and Disputes Support Unit (BDSU).

The workers, members of GMB union, protested outside Unite’s London head office today, saying they voted to walk out after Unite failed to suspend managers accused of bullying and victimised those who spoke out.

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