40 members have been on strike since 20 August 2025 over a pay rise which was offered, then retracted by their employer
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New Year West Ham Street Surgery
After a walking holiday in mostly sunny and warm Madeira, I went out with Newham Labour activists and Councillors today, carrying out a street surgery of residents in West Ham ward. On my right is Sam Mannion who is standing as a Labour Councillo…Read more…
Value for LAPFF Members
Some thoughts about what LAPFF is all about. LAPFF (Local Authority Pension Fund Forum) delivers value to members in multiple ways. Hear from LAPFF representatives on what membership offers and why it matters.
Speakers:
Cllr. Doug McMurdo, Chair …Read more…
UNISON statement on NHS legal case
The union stands by its beliefs in the rights of our trans, non-binary and gender diverse members
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UNISON statement on NHS legal case
The union stands by its beliefs in the rights of our trans, non-binary and gender diverse members
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UNISON statement on Iranian protests
Union stands in solidarity with workers and independent trade unions in Iran
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UNISON statement on Iranian protests
Union stands in solidarity with workers and independent trade unions in Iran
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Radical overhaul of university funding is vital, says UNISON
‘What is needed is a sustainable, long-term funding model based on free education, one that values higher education not just for economic output’
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Radical overhaul of university funding is vital, says UNISON
‘What is needed is a sustainable, long-term funding model based on free education, one that values higher education not just for economic output’
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Statement on the Palestine Action hunger strikers
UNISON is extremely concerned about the deteriorating condition of the imprisoned hunger strikers accused of being associated with Palestine Action. We note reports that Heba Muraisi, Kamran Ahmed and Lewie Chiaramello are close to death and urge authorities to respond to concerns about their welfare and the length of their remand. UNISON and other unions […]
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Cancer survivor wins unfair dismissal appeal against Ofsted, says UNISON
Employers must support cancer survivors properly when they return to work
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Cancer survivor wins unfair dismissal appeal against Ofsted, says UNISON
Employers must support cancer survivors properly when they return to work
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Opinion: It’s been a huge privilege to lead this union
I’ve worked for the union movement for over 37 years. I am eternally grateful for the opportunities I’ve had and, above all, to have been able to do a job I love for so long
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Opinion: It’s been a huge privilege to lead this union
I’ve worked for the union movement for over 37 years. I am eternally grateful for the opportunities I’ve had and, above all, to have been able to do a job I love for so long
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Statement on the Palestine Action hunger strikers
UNISON is extremely concerned about the deteriorating condition of the imprisoned hunger strikers accused of being associated with Palestine Action. We note reports that Heba Muraisi, Kamran Ahmed and Lewie Chiaramello are close to death and urge authorities to respond to concerns about their welfare and the length of their remand. UNISON and other unions […]
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New guide to help you fight far-right party Reform UK
‘Working-class communities are being sold a con by political chancers with no real plan to run vital services, who fall back on stunts, culture-war distractions and taxpayer-funded union flags when they’ve got nothing to deliver’
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New guide to help you fight far-right party Reform UK
‘Working-class communities are being sold a con by political chancers with no real plan to run vital services, who fall back on stunts, culture-war distractions and taxpayer-funded union flags when they’ve got nothing to deliver’
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Scottish Budget 2026-27 – patch and mend
The Scottish Government has published its draft budget for the coming year. I wrote a pre-budget briefing for the Jimmy Reid Foundation outlining the challenges facing the Finance Secretary. I also penned an opinion piece in The National, setting…Read more…
UNISON launches its Year of Green Activity
Members across the union are told to “never forget that your voice is important” in the fight to save the planet
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UNISON launches its Year of Green Activity
Members across the union are told to “never forget that your voice is important” in the fight to save the planet
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