Keir Starmer faces pressure to investigate bullying claims in GMB union
- Allegations of bullying and harassment against women in the GMB union have been highlighted by former members.
- The GMB union is accused of fostering a toxic environment and mishandling complaints.
- There are calls for Sir Keir Starmer to demand an investigation by the EHRC to address these serious allegations.
In a recent investigation by the Mail, serious allegations surfaced concerning the GMB union, where it is claimed that female employees have faced bullying and harassment. These allegations echo patterns of sexism within the organization, described by former officials as a 'viper's nest' and likened to an 'old men's club'. Calls for an investigation have been voiced by former female GMB members, urging Sir Keir Starmer, a GMB member himself, to advocate for an inquiry by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). They argue that such oversight would help restore confidence in the union's practices, especially in light of its significant financial contributions to the Labour Party. The GMB, however, firmly denies these allegations and insists it has mechanisms in place to address complaints effectively.