Labour MP for Reading West, Martin Salter, this week addressed the UNISON Annual General Meeting at the Civic Centre, Reading. Attending for the last time as Member of Parliament, Mr Salter spoke about his 13 years at Westminster and his 25 years spent in public life in Reading.

Mr Salter said:-

“I was delighted to be asked to speak at the UNISON AGM on Monday, and reflect some of the highlights of my quarter of a century in public life in Reading. I have always valued my close relationship with the council’s trade unions which was helpful in driving forward a whole range of policies aimed at improving the town. I have worked closely with Unison in particular, making many friends over the years. It was great to be given the opportunity to catch up with my former colleagues from my time on the council.”

Brendan Carr, Branch Secretary of Unison added:-

“Martin Salter has been an important ally of the trade unions in Reading and has worked closely with UNISON on many campaigns over the years. We know him as a hard working and diligent constituency MP who puts people first. The branch is very proud of the association we have enjoyed with Martin, he’ll be a tough act to follow and we wish him all the best in his life after Westminster”.