THE CHAIRMAN OF THE MMWU A.A. BEZYMYANNYKH CONGRATULATED MINERS AND METALLURGICAL WORKERS WITH THE MAY DAY

Dear comrades!

On behalf of the Central Council of the Miners` and Metallurgical Workers Union of Russia, I express my heartful congratulations on the 1st of May - the holiday of spring and Labor!

For many generations of miners and metallurgical workers, the May Day remains the Day of International Solidarity of Workers. We go out into the streets and march in the painted festive columns, demonstrating the pride of people for their work, and we indeed have much to be proud of. Metallurgy is one of the leading and strategic sectors of the Russian economy. The strengthening of the industrial and defensive potential as well as the industrial power of the country depends on the results of our mutual work. At the same time, these processions demonstrate unity and firmness in the desire to fight for our rights, for a better life and a worthy future for our relative and closest people.
This year we are organizing our May Day demonstration under the slogan "The real wage growth - to the Miners and Metallurgical Workers!" In order to fulfill this requirement, we need to demonstrate our cohesion and determination. Solidarity is the main fighting weapon of our Trade Union. The usage of this weapon is the only way we can be heard, our legal rights can be properly protected and all our requirements can be implemented.
I appeal you to realize the importance and significance of this May Day demonstration and put your affairs and concerns for the time being away to join our columns together with your families and friends.
May this holiday give us all strengths and inspiration and be the very impetus for new achievements. I wish you all good luck, successful and fortunate affairs, a joy of satisfaction with each working day. I wish Peace, good health and much happiness to everyone!