TSSA

Who we are

TSSA is a democratic union. Our Executive Committee is the lay leadership of the TSSA and represents the geographical and industrial diversity and experience of our membership, from Ireland and every nation and the regions of Britain. From the President and Treasurer to each of the regional seats, they are elected to represent groups of TSSA members.

TSSA's General Secretary is a full time paid official elected by the whole membership of the union. They lead the union in every respect, speaking to industry leaders, government ministers, officials, media, and sister organisations to further the needs of TSSA members.

As a trade union, we give workers a voice. We do that at every level from workplace to boardroom to parliaments and the corridors of power wherever they exist.

Members are the lifeblood of our union, thanks to our organising approach. Day in, day out, they give up their time and energy to support their colleagues at work and build TSSA’s grass roots. And our staff and officials are there every step of the way to guide, support and represent transport and travel workers, negotiating and bargaining for better pay and working conditions and seeking improvements for our members' lives.

From providing submissions to policy consultations, to lobbying politicians and attending conferences and events, we take our messages wherever we need to get them heard.

We are guided by our mission, vision and values which put our members' interests, alongside equality, fairness and welfare at the heart of what we do.

Our culture and values

Organising to win

We win for our members, protecting and promoting respect for their jobs, skills and working environment.

Democratic

We are led by, and accountable to, our members in all aspects of our governance, policies and practices.

Diversity and inclusion

We treat people fairly, equally and respectfully; we support those under-represented or vulnerable to discrimination.

Sustainable

We are an agile and financially viable independent union, secure for the future.

Quality

We support and promote the interests of our members and the industries they work in to high standards; we make things happen and set the agenda.

Collectivism

Our members work together to support, empower and stand up for their rights at work, giving transport and travel professionals a collective voice.

Welfare

We support and protect our members wherever they work.

Fair employer

We set high standards as an employer, providing fair employment and fulfilling careers to all our staff.