New Model Unions Flashcards
How did they revolutionise early trade unions?
Changed format and learnt from mistakes of ETU’s.
What is an example of the revolutionary attitudes?
Rigid administration system and general secretary/executive board.
Where were the branches of ASE and when were they formed?
Lancashire to Scotland, 1851
How much per year was collected by 1852?
£12,000 per annum, more reliable subscription method which was better enforced among workers
What did the ASE do to support London builders?
1859-60 - gave 3 donations of £1000 to the builders strike fund, allowed them to hold out for 6 months when campaigning for 9 hour day.
When was the ASCJ formed and what was their main policy?
1860, offering universal unionism under one central union.
Who were the leaders of ASE and ASCJ?
William Allen and Robert Applegarth
What did the leaders set up in 1860?
London Trades Council
What do their actions show?
LT significance of Trade unions was rooted in the growth of NMU’s.
