The murder of George Floyd and the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on Black communities has focused attention on inequality and racism. UNISON head of equality Gloria Mills looks at the union’s…Read more…
English schools pause ‘the right thing to do’, says UNISON
Slowing down the reopening will allow proper planning
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The government must act now to stop the illegal annexation of Palestine
The rights of the Palestinian people have been ignored by the international community for far too long. We cannot allow this attempt to destroy the prospects of a viable Palestinian state to go…Read more…
NJC committee to put pay offer to members
Consultation will allow branches and members to discuss the employers’ final offer – the best that can be achieved by negotiation
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LGPS survey: local authorities adapting slowly to COVID-19
A survey of the Local Government Pension Scheme, taken in mid-May, shows how local authorities are adapting to COVID-19
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Labour takes forward UNISON domestic abuse amendments
MP Jess Phillips has taken on board UNISON amendments to help protect those who have suffered domestic abuse
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Blog: A major disappointment – but just the latest for Black people
Gloria Mills, UNISON equalities national secretary, on why the report into the impact of COVID-19 on Black people is a “major disappointment”
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UNISON wins clearer COVID-19 guidance for its disabled members
‘Huge gap in the guidance’ was allowing employers to insist that vulnerable people ignore shielding and go into work
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Deep inequalities in British society to be investigated
Equality and Human Rights Commission COVID-19 race probe announced
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Fighting on two fronts – and paying the price
Migrant key workers are on the pandemic frontline but their fight to remain in the country is even harder. UNISON is asking the government to grant them indefinite leave to remain. We hear what that…Read more…
Care home company under investigation following multiple COVID deaths, says UNISON
UNISON reports Horizon Care to the Care Quality Commission after residents die in Sheffield
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Police and justice committee adds voice to George Floyd protests
UNISON group says the killing in the US – and its aftermath – shows that the fight against racism must be redoubled
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NEC told: ‘We will hold government to account on COVID-19’
First remote national executive council hears tributes to UNISON members who have lost their lives during the coronavirus crisis
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UNISON welcomes NI pledge on COVID sick pay
Department of Health will provide funding for care homes to pay staff 80% of their salary when on sick leave for coronavirus
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Safety must be at the heart of universities’ rebuilding plan
Protecting health has to be the number one priority
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Report shows action is needed to reduce Covid impact on Black community, says UNISON
Protection needed for those most at risk
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Blog: As lockdowns ease, anxiety grows and confusion reigns
We need strong leadership from this government now and we are all being badly let down. But as ever, your union will continue to fill this vacuum.
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Academy chain failing to protect staff and pupils, say unions
UNISON and GMB make formal complaint about David Ross Education Trust to Health and Safety Executive
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Time for ‘answers and actions’ on coronavirus effect on Black community
Immediate action essential, not more delays
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US unrest is a reminder to stand up to racism
We must be alert to the threat of discrimination
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