Steve Thomas
@stevetprospect.bsky.social
Deputy General Secretary, representing Prospect members in the public sector and leading our national organising team. TUFC lifer and community investor.
A betting account in the name of George Cottrell, the convicted fraudster who bankrolled Nigel Farage, received almost $9mn in cryptocurrency from unidentified sources while he was providing gifts to the Reform UK leader great work from @annasophiegross.bsky.social www.ft.com/content/b74c...
Betting account in George Cottrell’s name received $9mn in crypto from unidentified sources
Deposits in Polymarket wallet came as convicted fraudster was providing gifts to Farage
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A short update on another unacceptable discovery in the Capita/Civil Service Pensions Scheme administration scandal
Prospect is calling on the Government to leave X following ongoing political interference and the promotion of far-right content on the platform. Civil servants and communications workers should not have to read racist content while trying to do their jobs and communicate with the public.
Attending the Uni of Manchester conference on space today on behalf of @prospectunion.bsky.social - fascinating talks that brought home importance to industrial policy, but also the need to think broadly about what the space industry is, and what regulation and skills are needed to drive it forward
Government pay remit guidance for civil servants at 3.5% is a welcome acknowledgement of the cost-of-living crisis but lack of pay progression in delegate grades is disappointing. Our response to the government announcement here: prospect.org.uk/news/pay-rem...
Pay Remit is a welcome acknowledgement of cost of living pressures
Today, the government published the Civil Service Pay Remit Guidance. Mike Clancy, Prospect General Secretary,...
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Old footage of the September 2025 Unite the Kingdom march is being shared online with claims it shows the protest that occurred last weekend.
Video of 2025 Unite the Kingdom protest shared as last weekend’s march – Full Fact
Old footage of the September 2025 Unite the Kingdom march on Westminster Bridge is being shared on social media with claims it shows the protest that occurred last weekend.
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Our Deputy General Secretary attended the launch of the government’s Pension Commission interim report. The findings highlight the urgent need to tackle the gender pension gap, improve pension access for self-employed workers, and better support carers. prospect.org.uk/news/we-have...
On my way to the launch of the #pensionscommission interim report on behalf of @prospectunion.bsky.social Particular focussed on the report calling out inadequacies of pension provision for freelancers and reducing the gender pensions gap Pensions Expert share.google/bs6bQSYABPDs...
‘Wake up call’ on adequacy from Pensions Commission in interim report
The government has been urged to act promptly to address the gender pension gap and the lack of retirement options for the self-employed, following the publication of the Pensions Commission's interim...
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"Modern Slavery"? Truly shocking to see not just that this exists in the UK but the huge increase in reported numbers. We owe it to the victims, and frankly ourselves this despicable practice out. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/m...
Modern slavery at record levels in UK and expected to worsen, report warns
Government’s anti-slavery commissioner says traffickers are exploiting a growing pipeline of vulnerability
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Prospect reps from our public services sector met this week to coordinate pay campaign strategy. prospect.org.uk/news/public-...
“What has always been clear is that a one-size-fits-all approach to office attendance does not work and imposing mandatory targets that do not reflect operational needs is counterproductive". Congratulations to reps and members, delighted to see a negotiated settlement after a protracted dispute.
Civil Service World@civilserviceworld.bsky.social · 4mo agoThe ONS said it is confident the agreement will lead to increased office attendance overall www.civilserviceworld.com/professions/...
The Government must ensure that public sector workers, and the specialists that Prospect represent, receive a fair pay rise that matches inflation in the upcoming civil service pay round. Read our General Secretary’s comments in today’s @financialtimes.com www.ft.com/content/65ce...
Unions prepare for UK public sector pay push as inflation bites
With the Iran war set to fuel price growth, worker representatives consider ways to secure higher wages
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Huge reduction in number of member-nominated trustees of DB and hybrid schemes: www.pensions-expert.com/defined-bene...
Call for action on member representation as MNT numbers fall by a third
Sole trustee arrangements are on the rise as member-nominated trustees are declining, according to data obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request.
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I’ve spent the last year investigating how the UK's broken employment tribunal system lets rogue bosses evade justice. But this is the craziest case,by far. A restaurant chain that lost 21 tribunal claims over several years, yet never paid a single one🧵 www.thebureauinvestigates.com/stories/2026...
Meet the restaurant boss who flouted judges’ orders for years
Jason Wells’ restaurant chain has cheated workers, lost 21 tribunal claims – and not paid a single one
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We wrote to Reform's Richard Tice in November outlining how their plans to close public sector Defined Benefit Schemes to new entrants would cost the public finances billions. Today they have re-announced the same policy - it's fantasy economics. prospect.org.uk/news/prospec...
Prospect writes to Richard Tice over Reform UK’s plans for public sector pensions
Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy has written to Richard Tice MP following his announcement that Reform UK are...
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Good question to @torstenbell.bsky.social at the TUC Pensions Conference 2026 by @prospectpension.bsky.social on applying the LGPS changes to other public sector schemes, including in the civil service to bring the gender pensions gap down
London Museum workers begin industrial action - Museums Association www.museumsassociation.org/museums-jour...
London Museum workers begin industrial action - Museums Association
Union warns pay dispute could affect timetable to open museum’s new Smithfield site
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London Museum @prospectunion.bsky.social @londonmuseum.bsky.social workers begin industrial action - Museums Association www.museumsassociation.org/museums-jour...
London Museum workers begin industrial action - Museums Association
Union warns pay dispute could affect timetable to open museum’s new Smithfield site
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Notable for being the first women on this critical job, and not before time. We hope that increased, meaningful engagement with trade unions is prioritised as it has to be for effective civil service reform.
Financial Times@financialtimes.com · 6mo agoAntonia Romeo has been appointed as the UK’s first female cabinet secretary, ending days of speculation over who will hold the country’s most senior civil service post. ft.trib.al/MhC12nW
Solidarity with Prospect members at London Museum who are out on strike today in a dispute over pay ✊
Fantastic turnout and support for Prospect's industrial action on pay that started today across London Museum locations. Loved seeing the placards,badges, costumes and masks and incredible energy. Proud to have kicked off the speeches, plus chants and old dockers songs!
Millions more UK workers to be hit by Reeves’ salary sacrifice changes share.google/U4tekhtXI6fn...
Millions more UK workers to be hit by Reeves’ salary sacrifice changes
Fiscal watchdog predicts companies will lower wages on back of chancellor’s Budget measure
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Our members working in the Heritage sector are patient, understand that there are challenges but have overwhelmingly voted for action including this walk out on 19 February. London Museum staff plan one-day strike over February half-term - BBC News share.google/aXbwfq2STHJk...
London Museum staff plan one-day strike over February half-term
The strike will only affect London Museum's Canary Wharf site as its Barbican site is closed.
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The Cranston report into the fatal 2021 small boat incident shows serious failings and inadequate resourcing in maritime safety, and that urgent investment is needed to protect lives.
Prospect responds to Cranston report
Prospect has responded to the publication of Sir Ross Cranston’s report into the November 2021 fatal small boat...
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🚨 Prospect members at London Museum vote to take industrial action over pay. Our members have worked tirelessly for the Museum as it seeks to open its new flagship site. The offer which has been imposed is poor reward for such dedication and shows how undervalued by their employer our members are.
London Museum members vote to take industrial action
Prospect members working for London Museum have voted overwhelmingly to take industrial action, including strike...
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Following an update from the Cabinet Office, we have written to members affected by the Civil Service Pension scheme delays. Around 8,500 recently retired civil servants are still waiting for their pensions to begin, and many are experiencing serious delays and hardship.
Cabinet Office update on Civil Service pension scheme delays
The Cabinet Office has provided an update on the serious problems affecting the administration of the Civil Service...
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The Employment Rights Bill is now the Employment Rights Act, bringing a host of new rights for workers and trade unions.This is a historic moment and we’re proud to have played our part, working with the govt & other political parties to strengthen the law and ensure it works for our members.
Congratulations to the heritage team and branch who have been resolute and in the room, but with a mandate to leave and escalate ,to deliver improved offers that have been overwhelmingly endorsed by members across BL sites.
Prospect Union@prospectunion.bsky.social · 8mo ago🚨 Prospect secures improved pay deal at the British Library. After rejecting two offers and preparing for industrial action, members have voted to accept a 3.8% pay rise plus structural changes to improve progression for lowest grades.
🚨 Prospect secures improved pay deal at the British Library. After rejecting two offers and preparing for industrial action, members have voted to accept a 3.8% pay rise plus structural changes to improve progression for lowest grades.
Prospect secures improved pay deal at British Library
Prospect has secured an improved pay deal for its members working at the British Library. After rejecting two...
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