Brendan Barber

English trade union leader and advocate

Brendan Barber - English trade union leader and advocate
Born

April 3rd, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent trade union leader who served as General Secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) from 2003 to 2012. Led various initiatives focusing on workers' rights, including campaigns on fair wages and workplace equality. Played a significant role in national debates on labor issues and represented trade unions on numerous platforms. Contributed to the development of key labor policies in the UK during a time of economic change.

Served as General Secretary of the TUC

Advocated for workers' rights and labor policies

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