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 invaluable in securing me a redundancy package after my employer eventually recognised my status as staff after first designating me a contributor.
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.
National Broadcaster
I had a long running payment dispute with a Global radio station, who were determined not to pay for work commissioned.
After a call to the BAJ, legal proceedings were issued followed up by with enforcement. Payment soon followed. It's a no brainer - join the BAJ!
National Newspaper Staff Photographer
I would like to thank all of you at the BAJ, especially Annette who guided me so diligently through the redundancy process initiated by my company.
I felt throughout the whole episode that I was being given the best possible advice to secure the most favourable outcome possible and never once felt that I was dealing with the issues
on my own during this complex negotiation.
I can highly recommend The BAJ to anyone who is in need of representation for employment issues.
You can guarantee that they will have your back whenever you need them for any problems you may encounter in the work place.
Keep up the good work you do for all your members, please make contact with Nigel Howard the General Secretary of the BAJ if you’d like to join, he will deal with you professionally
and in total confidence at all times.