On the 16 March, Labour Left has initiated over 50 Bedroom Tax Demonstrations throughout the UK. UNISON North West Region would encourage you to attend your local protest to support the campaign against this unfair and unjust Government policy.
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North West Protests Against Bedroom Tax
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