I was pleased to visit Morrisons in Baglan recently to mark Usdaw Union’s Respect for Shopworkers Week and support the union’s Freedom From Fear campaign.
Retail staff provide an essential service to our communities, but far too many face abuse, intimidation and violence simply for doing their jobs. No one should go to work fearing for their safety.
It was great to meet with USDAW Official Michael Shaw, Deputy Regional Secretary Milan Pavlik, workplace representatives Anthony Clarke and Sam Comer, alongside Morrisons Store Manager Mark Blakeman, to discuss the importance of protecting retail workers and ensuring they receive the respect they deserve.
It was also really valuable to speak to several shopfloor staff to hear about their own experiences of abuse.
Thank you to all shopworkers across Aberafan Maesteg and beyond for the invaluable contribution you make to our communities every day.