Union money is the most transparent in politics, says TUC

Commenting on today’s (Wednesday) House of Lords cross-party report on trade union political funds, TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady said: “We remain opposed to the Trade Union Bill and the government’s planned reforms of union political funds. “Union money is the most transparent in politics. The general public worry about the influence of wealthy individuals giving millions, not nurses and shop workers giving a few pence a week. “Today’s report raises serious questions about the impact these changes would have on parliamentary and trade union democracy. And it makes important recommendations for change. “We thank the Chair and members of the Committee for the care and consideration they have shown during their work. “The government should now heed the advice of the Committee. It is not too late for ministers to think again - we remain ready to discuss the Committee’s recommendations with ministers.” NOTES TO EDITORS: - All TUC press releases can be found at www.tuc.org.uk - Follow the TUC on Twitter: @The_TUC and follow the TUC press team @tucnews