After 25 years, what has devolution delivered for workers? Not enough.
Read more…
Local government workers are ‘everyday action heroes’
They don’t do it for the prestige, they do it for the difference they can make to people’s lives, every day – its time to recognise their superhuman efforts
The article Local government workers are ‘everyday action heroes’ first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Emergency protest against the anti-strike bill
The protest will be held on Monday 22 May in Westminster at 6pm.
The article Emergency protest against the anti-strike bill first appeared on the UNISON National site.
UNISON NEC Elections – Ballot closes tomorrow so if not voted yet…
Council workers assemble … ‘everyday action hero’ figures launched by UNISON
Care workers, crossing wardens, librarians and refuse workers – they’re among the unsung heroes today (Thursday) being recognised for their role in our communities.
The article Council workers assemble … ‘everyday action hero’ figures launched by UNISON first appeared on the UNISON National site.
A Wales where everyone is free to be themselves – why we need to make workplaces inclusive for LGBTQ+ workers
I believe the new Wales TUC 10 step action plan will help bring about the change we need to see for LGBTQ+ workers in Wales. Read more…
The Tories’ plans are a major threat to every aspect of employment, health and safety law
The post The Tories’ plans are a major threat to every aspect of employment, health and safety law appeared first on IER.
Read more…
UNISON NEC Elections – Ballot Closes Friday 19/5/23
Today (Wednesday) was the last day to post pre paid ballot back to Civica. However, I assume if you put a first class stamp you can still post Thursday. If you have lost the envelope, the address is “Civica Election Services, Ballot Administration Cent…Read more…
LGBT+ rights are at the heart of UNISON’s work
UNISON members are negotiating more inclusive policies that protect and support trans, non-binary and gender diverse members in workplaces up and down the country
The article LGBT+ rights are at the heart of UNISON’s work first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Last chance to take part in your unions internal democracy- UNISON NEC elections 2023
Election finishes this Friday 19 May 2023. All 1.3 million unison members should have got a ballot paper delivered to their registered home address. So if you have not voted yet – you still can. If you have lost the envelope to return the ba…Read more…
‘Liverpool’s potential is huge’
The city of Liverpool may have made upwards of £40m from hosting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, with UK and overseas visitors spending millions in hotels, pubs, restaurants and other hospitality venues. It’s an economic boon that any city should be proud of – but just how much of those untold millions have landed in […]
The post ‘Liverpool’s potential is huge’ appeared first on Unite Live.
John and Denise: Endorsed by the Chair of one of the largest Unison Community Branches
Thank you for your kind comments and support Marcela. Read more…
Heathrow ‘cynically suppressing pay’ for lowest earners
Unite has accused Heathrow Airport Ltd (HAL) airport of cynically attempting to suppress pay for its lowest paid workers. HAL, which is a living wage employer, is seeking to finally pay the London Living Wage (LLW) foundation increase (which came into effect in January) to its lowest paid staff, increasing pay to £11.95 an hour. […]
The post Heathrow ‘cynically suppressing pay’ for lowest earners appeared first on Unite Live.
University strikes loom unless pay increases
Staff at nine higher education institutions vote for action
The article University strikes loom unless pay increases first appeared on the UNISON National site.
Thank you UNISON Community & Voluntary Organisations Branch for your nominations – Only 4 days to go!
Dear Member,
Thank you to everyone who has already voted in
the current UNISON NEC Elections, if you haven’t posted your ballot paper back
yet then you still have time to do so.
This is the most important election in the
union, the NEC decide e…Read more…
East Ham – “Progress with the People”
Being proud of living in West Ham for over 30 years I am sometimes accused of forgetting the other part of modern day Newham – East Ham. I actually think that East Ham town hall is more striking than West Ham (Stratford) and I am very proud that s…Read more…
UNISON NEC Elections: John & Denise Endorsed by Brian Green
Many thanks to Brian for his kind comments and endorsement of us. This is the last weekend for voting!BALLOT CLOSES FRIDAY 19 MAY. IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED OR LOST BALLOT PAPERS YOU CAN RING 0800 0 857 857 by 12 noon Monday 15 May to get replacem…Read more…
Government does U-turn but rights still at risk
The deregulatory dreams of Tory extremists have collided with reality, forcing the government to overhaul its much-criticised Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill.
Read more…
Learning at Work Week – Create the Future
Learning at Work Week, 15-21 May 2023, is an annual event which gives organisations, trade unions and ULRs the opportunity to raise the profile of adult education and celebrate the power of lifelong learning to transform lives.
Read more…
UNISON Housing Association’s reminder about candidates nominated for our NEC elections: Ballot closes Friday 19 May
REMINDER: HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2023-2025!BALLOT CLOSES FRIDAY 19 MAY. IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED OR LOST BALLOT PAPERS YOU CAN RING 0800 0 857 857 by 12 noon Monday 15 May The UNISON NEC is the “Parliament” that helps…Read more…