Today marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of Bob Crow (1961 - 2014), a revered figure in the trade union movement and former General Secretary of the RMT union. Crow, who passed away in 2014, is remembered for his impactful contributions, including advocating for workers' rights, anti-racism, and working-class unity, as demonstrated in his speech at the Durham Miners' Gala in 2009. His efforts extended beyond the UK, as evidenced by his speech at the Transport Workers Union Convention in the United States in 2013, and his fight for disabled passengers, staffed stations, and safe rail. Crow's legacy is celebrated by many, including thousands of trade unionists who attended his funeral. His stance on fighting for rights, encapsulated in his quote, 'If you fight, you won't always win. If you don't fight, you will always lose,' continues to inspire. The RMT union commemorated Crow by organizing the 'March for Bob' on International Worker's Day in 2014, alongside remembering Tony Benn, another left-wing icon. Crow's actions, such as directly employing and improving conditions for RMT's cleaners shortly after becoming General Secretary, demonstrate his dedication to enhancing workers' lives.
Bob Crow, fighting for disabled passengers, staffed stations, and safe and accessible rail for all back in 2013 ''Our member is a hero who should never have been facing the sack for saving a disabled woman from a life-threatening situation.'' @RMTunion https://t.co/HM3jxcK8vx
Days after Bob was elected GS he gathered the cleaners employed by RMT. He said he had ripped up the contract with their agency. The cleaners were shocked. Bob announced ‘you will now be employed directly with RMT on better pay, conditions and a pension!’ @RMTunion @RMT_Scotland https://t.co/6UlfMfU7kx
#NSSN sends #solidarity on the 10th anniversary of the passing of Bob Crow @RMTunion "If you fight you might not win but if you don’t fight you will always lose" https://t.co/5xQXHk9KUl
To celebrate International Worker's Day on May 1, 2014 @RMTunion organised the 'March for Bob' to celebrate the passing of two giants of the left, RMT general secretary Bob Crow and Tony Benn. On the tenth anniversary of Bob's death we share it again. https://t.co/9M6W9HtBi0
My good friend Bob died 10 years ago today. The man was a true inspiration to the working class. Sorely missed !! @RMTunion https://t.co/htvBnIZMtt
Former @RMTunion General Secretary Bob Crow speaking at the Transport Workers Union Convention in the United States. (2013) https://t.co/2LhSJL7cMP
Bob died 15 years ago today. What a huge inspiration!. Sadly missed Bob. @RMTunion https://t.co/XdVjBKnXBP
Former @RMTunion General Secretary Bob Crow died on this day in 2014. Here he is speaking at the Durham Miners' Gala in 2009. A message of anti-racism, working-class unity and unequivocal solidarity with the Palestinian people. https://t.co/37f6psHgZH
Bob Crow passed away 10 years ago today Thousands of trade unionists attended his funeral with their banners to pay respects to one of the finest union leaders of the 21st century "If you fight, you won't always win. If you don't fight, you will always lose" RIP Bob Crow ✊ https://t.co/lWlvI4TVeP
Ten years ago today we lost a legend. Bob Crow 1961 - 2014 #JoinAUnion https://t.co/MwOWGu8sBL