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Benefits and Services

The GMB is one of the largest unions in the UK. Because of its size and influence, it has considerable strength to negotiate on behalf of its members for:

  • Better pay and working conditions.
  • Higher health and safety standards.
  • Better member benefits.

.... and the strength to support and advise members.

GMB Holiday Club

In association with Apollo Travel, World Promotions:

  • Save 12% on many famous ABTA bonded brochures.
  • Save 10% on almost every other ABTA bonded brochures.
  • Big discounts on ferries, flights and UK holidays.
  • Big discounts for GMB members on a wide range of holidays.
  • Call the GMB holiday hotline on 01709 821 020.

Travel Insurance

Affordable worldwide annual travel insurance for GMB members and their families. Call 0800 068 0070.

Driver Care

Protection against loss of license for members who drive for a living. For LGV/PSV drivers annual premium £42.00. Receive up to £7,500.00. Other drivers annual premium £32.00. Receive up to £2,400.00. Call 0845 300 2232.

Discount AA Membership

GMB members can now save up to £17.00 on road rescue services. Call Unity free quoting UXFS17 for more information on 0800 783 7053.

Road Traffic Fund

For only five pence a week the road traffic fund provides protection for members who drive for work. Call today for more information 0191 273 2321.

Free Wills

Working together with GMB solicitors, all members are entitled to have a will drawn up free of charge saving you up to £70.00. Contact a shop steward or branch secretary for a free will form.

Motor and Home Insurance

Unity Financial Services offer special deals to GMB members on motor and home insurance. Call today for a no-obligation quotation on 0800 783 7053.

Financial Services

In association with Millfield Partnership Financial Advisors can offer free advice to all GMB members on the following topics:

  • Mortgage planning
  • Savings and investments
  • Life protection planning
  • Pension planning

Call Millfield Partnership Financial Advisors on 0845 120 0039.

TaxBack Services

Have you paid too much tax? Are you unsure? Then take advantage of our Taxback scheme. For information please contact Browells Taxback Services on 01670 858 687.

GMB Legal Services

Browell Smith & Co Solicitors has joined forces with the GMB union to open a combined office in Durham. This exciting joint venture offers you immediate access to both trade union officers and their legal representatives who can work together to help you. If you or an immediate family member feels they may be entitled to pursue a claim, the GMB and Browell Smith & Co are here to help.

Browell Smith & Co Solicitors Logo

The GMB offers free legal services for their members and their immediate families for any of the following. Remember, every penny of your compensation is yours - you pay us nothing! Remember, Browell Smith & Co represents all GMB members employed by Durham County Council.

Accident and Personal Injury

Accidents at work(for members only), Road traffic accidents, Accidents in the home or in the street, Accidents on holiday, accidents at home, some accidents abroad and other personal injuries. 

Industrial Diseases

Vibration White Finger, Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema, Noise Induced Hearing Loss, Industrial Asthma, and other Industrial Diseases.

Asbestos Related Diseases

Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer, Asbestosis, Pleural Plaques, Pleural Thickening.

Other Legal Services

We also offer the best legal service on the best financial terms for:

  • FreeWills Service - For GMB Northern Region members.
  • Welfare Benefits- free advice and tribunal representation.
  • Family law, trusts and probate, conveyancing, immigration, work permits.
  • Employment Law.

Remember, always come to your union first if you have a legal problem, you'll receive the best legal services on the best financial terms and in many cases, free of charge.

We think you'll agree - You're better off in the GMB!