Equity General Secretary Re-Elected By Actors’ Union With Support From Stars Like Olivia Colman

Paul W. Fleming has been elected for a second term as the general secretary of UK actors’ union Equity after securing support from the likes of Olivia Colman, Judi Dench, and Simon Pegg.

Fleming ran against Riky Ash, a stunt professional, and secured an 81% share of the vote. He will serve another five-year term, meaning he will lead the union until 2030.

Fleming said: “It’s an overwhelming honour to be re-elected as General Secretary of Equity. There’s no union which fights harder than ours, and to win the support of our Council, activists, and now the whole membership for a second time is incredibly humbling.”

He added: “Our union will meet the challenges facing Equity members – from Artificial Intelligence, and dignity at work, to pay, protecting venues and modern working practices.”

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