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Unions are more relevant now than at almost any time in history
Amid job insecurity and rising racism it’s more important than ever to come together in unity, says STEVE PREDDY
Jeremy Corbyn at last year's Tolpuddle Festival

THIS weekend it is my honour to gather with friends and comrades at Tolpuddle in my inaugural year as Unite regional secretary for the South West, which also marks the centenary of the Landworker Magazine from the Agricultural and Rural Workers sector.  

The South West is a huge and diverse region, additionally incorporating the Scilly Isles, Channel Islands and Gibraltar. 2020 will mark my 40th year as a representative for workers in the region.

This past year has provided significant challenges, many ongoing, for our membership and communities. 

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