PFA has new leader

The Professional Footballers Association (PFA), a TUC affiliate union, has its first new leader in 40 years, as Maheta Molango replaces long-term chief executive Gordon Taylor.

Molango, a former player, football club CEO and labour lawyer, says he will take a “player-centric” approach to his role.

“One principle will guide my leadership of our union, and it is this: the PFA belongs to the players. It should always be run on behalf of its members, for its members,” he said.

Meanwhile, trade union stalwart and anti-racism campaigner Roger McKenzie has stepped down from his role as assistant general secretary of the UNISON public services union.

He has been appointed general secretary of the anti-imperialist human rights campaign organisation, Liberation.