Steve Gray, on behalf of ATUC told Congress that although Aberdeen is ostensibly a wealthy area, there is also a lot of poverty.
“It may have the second highest number of millionaires after London, however it also has a much higher number of poorer people.
“The removal of the Winter fuel allowance highlights the fact that Aberdeen is a city of ultra poor and ultra rich and the pensioners are noticeably one of the biggest groups amongst the poorest.
“The removal of the Winter fuel allowance is another demonstration that the poorest people in society are having funds removed that could help them, whist funds to the super rich are increased.”
On day 2 Steve seconded a motion from UCU that included our amendment calling on overseas students, especially those from China and the global south, to be treated with respect, especially in our current 'hostile environment' on China.
