The North East, Yorkshire & Humber Region is one of seven GMB regions that make up the national organisation with over half a million general members employed in workplaces and organisations across the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. We are the only major trade union in the country that has increased its membership year on year without resorting to amalgamation or merger like others. Our Purpose We work to improve the quality of life and provide new opportunities for all our members and their families. We aim to improve the lives of GMB members and make sure that their achievements lead the way for working people in Britain and across the world.