The paper diary has been replaced by a smartphone digital diary for 2014. Changes to the way Royal Mail charge for postage have significantly increased the cost of supplying members with a diary.
The cost had increased so much that in 2013 it was nearly double the amount PCS spends on legal advice on employment matters. With the government’s attacks on our members increasing every year, spending on campaigning, bargaining support, casework and employment tribunals have been prioritised.
Increased use of electronic diaries has also meant that there has been a decrease in the use of paper diaries. The digital diary, which is compatible with all smart mobile phones, will be regularly updated with news and events from around the union. These events can be easily added to electronic diaries and shared by email and social media with other members.
The PCS digital diary will provide the full range of updated information traditionally covered in the paper diary, and some new information. The digital diary will be available from the website and will be emailed and texted to members before Christmas.
Mobile phones
On 2 December we will introduce a new mobile phone offer, through ethical mobile company The People's Operator (TPO).
This will offer sim-only "pay as you go" and "pay monthly" deals. It will offer the UK's best unlimited deal, at £14.99 a month. An introductory offer to “pay monthly” PCS members will also give one month free. TPO will also provide an important communication tool, as it will be preloaded with the digital diary and other useful PCS information.
We will be publicising the TPO offer through PCS people, our website, email and text message.
For further information about member benefits contactmemberbenefits@pcs.org.uk
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