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On behalf of everyone at your union I’d like to wish you, your family, and your loved ones a Happy New Year.

The UK Government will set the budget today against the backdrop of a national and international crisis. It is a pivotal moment in our response to Coronavirus.

GMB Scotland has enjoyed a good year since we last met. There is a busy summer of campaigning planned which should ensure we continue to go from strength to strength in the public and private sector.

Gary Smith urges Scotland’s political elite to address the growing disconnect between themselves and ordinary working people.

North Sea decommissioning could be Scotland’s £100 million golden ticket. It’s recently been reported that between now and the mid-2050s, around 470 platforms, 5,000 wells, 10,000km of pipelines and 40,000 concrete blocks will have to be removed from the North Sea. That’s a lot of work requiring a lot of people with the right skills, complemented by the right infrastructure - a fantastic economic and employment opportunity for Scotland.