About the Author John Fisher is the director of the education and international department of Great Britain's Transport and General Workers Union. Product Description This historical look at the education program in Great Britain's Transport and General Workers Union (TGWU) from its foundation in 1922 through the end of the 20th century details the education program's contribution to the union's development over the years, with a particular focus on the TGWU's strong shop-steward tradition and internal democracy.