Jenny Tingle

Trade union official. All views my own. @uniontingle.bsky.social

[Philippa Childs @philippachilds]

Solidarity from all of us @Bectu with film and TV workers in Finland @Temeliitto who are on strike today to win fair wages and improved working conditions ✊

[Bectu @bectu]

Pleased to be at today's @DCMS Creative Industries Growth Summit. Great to hear @RhonddaBryant highlight the film & TV slowdown and impact on freelancers + discussion on skills retention. We'll be working with DCMS & @lisanandy on how govt & industry can better support workers.

[Bectu @bectu]

Our hearts go out to everyone rebuilding following the devastating California fires.

Our thoughts are particularly with our media and entertainment colleagues, crew, and our sister unions, and all those in the industry who've been impacted.
https://t.co/dobJjvQG2h

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

Great to hear @bectu's data referred to in Welsh Government yesterday & recognition of the impact the lack of work for freelancers in film & TV has. Retaining skilled & experienced crew when the industry is quiet is a big problem that needs addressing. https://t.co/u5kpKkoLt1

[BECTU Vision @BectuV]

Are you a film & TV electrician, lighting technician, or have relevant experience in working with temporary electrical power?
Applications are now open for the 3-day BS7909 Temporary Electrical Power course.
More info & apply: https://t.co/OuBQnAUMZU

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

This is such an important piece of work. There is still scepticism from some around the need for intimacy coordinators in the film & TV industry but fortunately, recognition of the wellbeing benefits to everyone on set is growing. It's a safeguarding issue.

[Bectu @bectu]

The intimacy coordinator registry is now live.

The registry provides a list of intimacy coordinators working in the screen industry in the UK and Ireland who have requisite experience, training and skillsets.

[Bectu @bectu]

The past few days have illustrated how important it is that those working in the sector have a voice in tackling bullying and harassment - please respond to the consultation to ensure the standards reflect your experiences. (2/2)
https://t.co/YOmmFMhrog

[Bectu @bectu]

The Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority has launched a consultation on 'the Standards', a set of expectations that will set out standards of behaviour expected across the UK’s creative industries, to enable safe and inclusive working environments (1/2) 🧵

[Bectu @bectu]

Our full comments on the handling of the Gregg Wallace allegations ⬇️

[Noel McClean @noelmc66]

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[Sky News @SkyNews]

BREAKING: The head of the media trade union Bectu has issued a statement on the Gregg Wallace allegations.

"Misogyny, intimidation, ageism and sexual harassment should have no place in modern workplaces", it reads.

🔗 https://t.co/hSUQzwvs1h

📺 Sky 501 and YouTube

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

The @bectu stand is on the first floor mezzanine at the MAC so if you are at the @BelfastMedFest today or tomorrow, come say hello!

[Philippa Childs @philippachilds]

And the stories of life in film and TV just keep coming. What @bectu freelance members need is action, from Broadcasters, Production companies and from Government 👇

Brutal hours, tyrants and chest pains: a freelance producer on the reality of British TV https://t.co/LDlcK0Ygvb

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

Thought-provoking session. Interesting to think about the way work is found/secured in the industry and whether methods and forums used feel "authentic". Even more challenging for neurodiverse individuals who may find pitching their skills to strangers over the phone hard.

[The Film and TV Charity @FilmTVCharity]

📽 Loneliness at work: ‘Why it matters in film and TV’ webinar, Wednesday 23rd October, 12.30pm.

Social connections are vital for mental health, yet our research shows loneliness is the biggest factor impacting mental wellbeing in the film and TV industry—surpassing money worries and work-life balance.

📅 Find out more and sign up here: https://t.co/3KarhL5XNd

#MentalHealth #FilmAndTV #LonelinessAtWork #IndustryInsights

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

@John_Ferrett Oh, so it's you I've got it from 🤧

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

@SteveTprospect @SharonEd66 @ProspectUnion Brilliant acknowledgement of the benefits of constructive engagement with trade unions 👏

[Jenny Tingle @Union_Tingle]

This is why freelancers don't raise issues because the risk of effectively being blacklisted is all too real. Freelancers deserve the same right as employees to have their legitimate concerns heard without fear of detrimental treatment. https://t.co/UbOr5lTDOv

[Bectu @bectu]

Too often the creative industries allow a dynamic where those in power can abuse their status.

Broadcasters must deal swiftly and effectively with unacceptable behaviour and walk the walk in stamping out racism.

More from @philippachilds 👇

[Prospect Union @ProspectUnion]

Employers need to take action to tackle the stigma around the menopause and support staff #WorldMenopauseDay

Have a look at our members' guide for support: https://t.co/Yth6nALtpc

[MerielBealeisreal 💙 @merielbeale]

https://t.co/Mb4uQXJglN
Going to be on this panel on Saturday speaking about the freelancer situation. There are a few tickets left if you’d like to pop along (it’s in London)