B.H.A.P.S

This page will introduce you to your branch committee and representatives.
It will also provide you with contact details for them so that you know how to find them if you have a problem or need union advice.


 Mark Cook-Abbott 
Branch Chair & Steward for Bedford Locality 
Based at Ampthill
01525 406071 
07710132281
crapadime@yahoo.com
Jackie Robinson 
Branch Secretary, Welfare Officer, Education Co-ordinator
Based at WGC
01707 323055 
07890357493
branchsecretary@unison-bhaps.co.uk
Andrea Brown
P.T.S. Branch Officer
07884328639
01707323055
Mark White 
Branch Treasurer 
Based at Ampthill 
01525 406071 
07939424629
Whittiebabes@hotmail.com
June Felstead 
Branch H&S Officer 
Steward / H&S representative for East Herts Locality (A10 division) 
Based at Cheshunt
01992 636800 
07903585081
june.felstead@ntlworld.com
Andy Hampton 
H&S Representative for Bedford Locality 
Based at Ampthill 
01525 406071 
07989981393
Andy.Hampton@tesco.net
Staci Johnson 
Steward for Dispatch 
Based in Dispatch Centre 
01234 408963

 
Sharon Hine 
Steward / H&S Representative for North Herts PTS and PTS Control 
Based at Lister Hospital T/Office 
01438 314333 (ext.4839)
Sandra Prout 
H&S Representative for WGC
Based at WGC 
01707 323055 
07753741401
sandra_prout@hotmail.com
Brenda Palfreman 
H&S Representative for Potters Bar 
Based at Potters Bar 
01707 644053 
07810887157
BPALFREMAN@aol.com

Paul Hatch 
Steward for East Herts Locality (A1 Division) 
Based at WGC 
01707 323055 
 

Janet Hatch 
Violence at Work Advisor 
Based at WGC 
01707 323055
 
 
Neil Higgs 
H&S Representative for South / West Herts Locality 
Based at Borehamwood 
0208 2076987
Phil Bishop 
Steward for Luton Locality 
Based at Leicester Road 
01582 571871
Robbie Chapman
H & S Representative for North Herts. Locality
Based at Bishops Stortford
01279 656410
Robert Grogan
H & S Representative for the Luton group 
Based at Leicester Road 
01582 571871
rgunison@yahoo.ie

Being a representative can often feel like a thankless task.

It can be hard work at times but having fellow reps and committee members there for help and support as well as increased confidence and knowledge achieved through training makes being a UNISON representative a satisfying role.

So, have you got what it takes to be a UNISON representative?

Ask yourself the following questions and see…


These are just a few of the qualities needed by a UNISON representative in order to fulfill their role and if you answered YES to any of the above then you have the makings of a first-class UNISON representative. With full training from a vast array of subjects and
a good branch support network, being a UNISON representative can be a very rewarding position to hold.

It is important that ALL localities, if not every department, have their own representative or workplace "link" so that there is a familiar face for staff to turn to with any issues that they may have. Likewise, the locality or station-based representative will have the advantage of "local knowledge" when it comes to dealing with any problems.

        If you think you could be a representative / workplace "link" for one of the areas listed below then please contact us now.
 
 

VACANCIES

Below are the localities or departments that are, at present, without their own representatives or links. Bedford and WGC are not included as they have steward and H&S representation already. Welwyn has representation for all it’s stations. Bedford has two representatives, both based at Ampthill and covering the locality until representatives can be appointed for it’s other stations.

The decision to advertise for a manager’s representative was following a suggestion from one of our members who also happened to be a station manager. It was felt that if managers had their own representative then they would have the added advantage of having first-hand knowledge of management issues which until recently would not have been the case. However we do now have a few representatives who are also Supervisors which may help with a better understanding of the role.

It must be said though that any member unhappy about being represented by their own representative is entitled to request a replacement. If this situation occurs then please contact either the Branch Secretary or Chairperson to discuss this and another representative will be approached to take on your case.







  H.Q. / ADMIN                                                                     P.T.S. ELMS / CONTROL

  STEWARD / WORKPLACE LINK                                           STEWARD / WORKPLACE LINK
  HEALTH & SAFETY REP                                                      HEALTH & SAFETY REP

  NHSDIRECT                                                                      DISPATCH

  STEWARD / WORKPLACE LINK                                                      HEALTH & SAFETY REP (URGENTLY REQUIRED)
  HEALTH & SAFETY REP

 WEST HERTS (HEMEL/ST.ALB)                                         NORTH HERTS

 STEWARD / WORKPLACE LINK                                          STEWARD / WORKPLACE LINK
 HEALTH & SAFETY REP

MANAGERS REPRESENTATIVE

URGENTLY REQUIRED
 
 

SELF-ORGANISED GROUPS

Self-organised groups form part of the branch committee and exist to promote opportunities to organise activities for the following groups:

Having self-organised groups with representatives allows their members to meet, discuss and share concerns. It also allows for establishment of priorities. At present this branch does not have either Self-Organised Groups or associated representatives.

We would welcome any interest from members who would like to set up their own group within the branch. This will give members the opportunity to meet and discuss topical issues with other members who may have experienced similar problems or issues but have not felt able to approach the committee or find the right balance with the branch.

Please contact the branch secretary if you are interested in setting up a self-organised group and she will help you with any information you may require to assist in the development of the group.