Freelance Journalist
I would like to put on the record the wonderful assistance the BAJ gave me during a difficult period while working exclusively for a national title as a freelance for over a period of 14 years.
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They fought my corner and proved invincible in securing me a redundacy package after eventually Reach considerd me as staff after first considering me a 'linage contributor'.​
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The BAJ proved marvellous wingmen, A Union to be proud of.
Contract Photographer
I had been a photographer on contract at a national newspaper for over 15 years when my contract was terminated with one months notice. The BAJ was superb with advice and support about my rights and position from the start. After advice from their employment barrister, we formed a case for unfair dismissal and loss of earnings and took it to the employment tribunal court. With Annette from the BAJ guiding me through the process as well as continual advice from the barrister.
​I would highly recommend membership of the BAJ as a professional and efficient organisation. They will go into battle on your behalf against the multi-million pound organisations.