Public sector workers join national strikes (Photos, Video)

30th, June 2011 by Joseph Stashko

Video: Preston’s public sector workers strike over pensions

1st, December 2011 by Joseph Stashko

Yesterday saw over 1,000 public sector workers from Preston and the surrounding area take part in the national walkout over public sector pensions. Workers from Unison, Unite, PCS and many other unions initially assembled in Avenham Park and marched to the Flag Market. Below I’ve put together some video footage of the protesters moving from Avenham Park up the high street, as well as some [...]

In Photos: Preston’s public sector workers on strike

1st, December 2011 by Joseph Stashko

Yesterday saw over 1,000 public sector workers from Preston and the surrounding area take part in the national walkout over public sector pensions. Workers from Unison, Unite, PCS and many other unions initially assembled in Avenham Park and marched to the Flag Market. Below I’ve put together the best photos from the day scored with the sound of protesters horns and drums.