a UNION IS ONLY AS STRONG AS ITS MEMBERS.
TL, go ahead and join the union and forget the naysayers. When I needed help and was 'alone' it was very comforting to have the back-up and I always found them very willing to help with advice and legal assistance and know how.
The union reps for the most part have been through GA and are well aware of what goes on and can get surprising results on your behalf. Not to mention they have other services including a professional library, can be helpful in your job hunt etc etc. It's not just a matter of industrial relations.
1% of a crappy GA wage (and less than that if you are unemployed/casual) is not much to pay.
Last edited by Col. Walter E. Kurtz; 11th Sep 2003 at 12:46.