changing face of the organisation’s work. Although the trade union movement – its traditions, culture and objectives – remains at the centre of our activity, we also need to work on a broader scale, taking account of working people’s lives, of progressive historical movements outside the union movement, and of international developments in labour history.


The AGM also confirmed significant changes to our constitution which encourage the formation of local and thematic branches, such as the recently established Auckland branch.


Finally, there was a complete replacement of office-holders as follows:


Chair: Mark Derby

Secretary: Toby Boraman

Treasurer: Lana Le Quesne

Committee: Donald Anderson; Neill Atkinson; Michael Brown; Alex Burton; Peter Clayworth;  Peter Franks; Maxine Gay; David Grant; Richard Hill; Dave Morgan; Russell Pierce; Marie Russell; Lisa Sacksen; Sue Shone; James Taylor; Kerry Taylor.


The new committee extends its thanks and appreciation to the outgoing chairperson: David Grant; former secretary Mark Derby and treasurer Colin Hicks.


As the Labour History Project takes over and extends the TUHP’s proud 21-year record of achievement, our work is as necessary, inspiring and challenging as ever. We are confident that we have the skills and enthusiasm within our organisation to meet those challenges.

For more details on the changes to the TUHP see our latest newsletter, here.