Lowest Of The Low

In one way those who cross picket lines are to be admired.

And I am not talking about temp labour bought in for the duration of any strike but those employees of the company who are not members of the union and do not wish to take part in action.

They, at least, have the courage of their convictions and possess the balls to turn up for work and face down the picket line in order to do what they think is right.

They are not pretend members of the union who enjoy the opportunity to moan about the company and decry every new policy implemented to reduce the employees terms and conditions.

Those people who profess support for the union but, when push comes to shove, are unwilling to take part in democratically called-for action.

They come out with such excuses as:

"I didn't vote for strike action therefore I am not striking" - No, you didn't. But the majority of members did and, as such, you should be willing to support your fellow members and your union.

"I'll be taking part in non-strike action" - Yes, on strike days. So where those who are willing to give up their pay to fight for what they consider to be worth fighting for will be doing so, you will be quite happy to draw your pay and answer "How High?" when some manager or other barks "Jump!" down the 'phone at you.

The sort of person who maintains their union credentials while scabbing quietly and discretely from the comfort of their own home. Like a coward.