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President Denounces Rival Unions’ Criticism, Reaffirms Commitment to Membership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The President of the Antigua Trades and Labor Union (AT&LU), Bernard de Nully, has firmly rejected criticism from competing unions, asserting that the historic alignment between AT&LU and the Antigua Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) remains a cornerstone of the union\u2019s strength and influence.<\/p>

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Speaking during V.C Bird Day, de Nully dismissed claims that ATANDLU\u2019s connection to the ruling party undermines its independence as \u201cabsolute nonsense.\u201d He emphasized that the union\u2019s founding principles and enduring partnership with the ABLP have historically led to transformative outcomes for workers, including improved labor conditions and greater political representation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Antigua Trades and Labor Union will not abandon its legacy,\u201d de Nully stated. \u201cUnder my presidency, there will be no separation between the union and the party. This is not just about our history; it\u2019s about ensuring a unified approach to protecting workers\u2019 rights and advancing their welfare.\u201d<\/p>

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De Nully highlighted that the ATANDLU\u2019s dual commitment to workers and employers fosters sustainable development, benefiting both labor and industry. He dismissed rivals\u2019 attempts to sway members to competing unions, attributing such efforts to divisive tactics that threaten labor solidarity.<\/p>

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\u201cTo those who try to convince our membership to join other unions, I say this: our alignment with the ABLP is a strength, not a weakness. It ensures that workers\u2019 voices are heard at the highest levels of government and that their concerns translate into meaningful policies,\u201d he asserted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ATANDLU president urged union members to remain steadfast in their commitment to the union, echoing the legacy of Sir Vere Cornwall Bird Sr., the union\u2019s founder and the first Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda. De Nully called on all comrades to uphold the values of solidarity and resilience, particularly in light of modern challenges facing workers.<\/p>

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\u201cLet us be resolute, fearless, and united,\u201d de Nully urged. \u201cOur mission is to ensure that every member benefits from equitable representation, regardless of race, gender, or financial standing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

De Nully also outlined plans to strengthen membership engagement through section meetings starting in January 2025. These meetings aim to reconnect with members and address their evolving needs, reaffirming ATANDLU\u2019s position as the union of choice for workers across Antigua and Barbuda.<\/p>

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\u201cFailure is not an option,\u201d he concluded, rallying members to stand together in preserving and strengthening the union\u2019s role as a pillar of labor advocacy in Antigua and Barbuda.<\/p>

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