My name is John Brisbane and I work as a staff nurse in a child and adolescent mental health unit
The article The Trade Union Bill: John’s story first appeared on the UNISON site.Read more…
Gender pay gap reporting: is it anything more than a policy gimmick?
David Cameron’s attempt to claim Labour territory has included strong messages on the gender pay gap. In his conference speech last week he declared, “I’m a dad of two daughters – opportunity won’t mean anything to them if they grow up in a country where they get paid less because of their gender”….Read more…
Today’s labour market statistics: finally, employment growth and wage gains. But …
it’s about time many are still missing out and structural changes mean for many others work has become a much harsher ordeal there is room to do much better, but this is not permitted by government spending cuts the weakening of the economy remains a threat My post on today’s figures…Read more…
Taxpayers fund NHS trip
A Daily Mirror Investigation has revealed how a senior Tory enjoyed a visit to a luxury private US health clinic at UK taxpayers’ expense. A health watchdog admitted that Care Quality…Read more…
Mark Serwotka sends message of thanks and support to Barnet UNISON
To view letter from Mark Serwotka General Secretary PCS please click hereRead more…
Episode 3: ‘I think we should join the union, guys’
Episode 4: ‘Who do you think you are?’ follows tomorrow
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UNISON responds to government housing plans
Plans to increase the country’s housing stock are welcome, but do nothing to tackle the problems for those on low incomes
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Firefighters lobby MPs over cuts and public safety
FBU members say government is putting members of the public at riskRead more…
Demo in Chesterfield today as Sports Direct boss stands in the dock
Unite members protest outside court over firm’s “shameful” working practicesRead more…
Shopworkers lobby MPs over Sunday trading
Usdaw warns devolving issue is deregulation by the back doorRead more…
A big fat nothing – FE workers reject 0% pay offer
UNISON members warn employers of looming disputeRead more…
MPs are warned the Trade Union Bill is “unlawful”
Thompsons Solicitors give evidence to Parliamentary committeeRead more…
EDF workers set for week-long strike over £6k pay cut
Unite members angry at being told to check in for work at their local petrol stationRead more…
Osborne plays a deceiving game
Hat tip to Bob S for his link to Facebook site “Fight Propaganda” who have dissected George Osborne’s speech at the Tory Party Conference last week. Check the references below.
“With scores of economists indicating through open letters that Osborne …Read more…
Redcar closure defines government industrial policy
The Chancellor’s industrial policy is defined by deeds not words. Defining moments since May 2015 include the closure of our last three coal mines (2,100 jobs), two of the UK’s largest solar power firms (1,100 jobs) and SSI’s steel plant at Redcar (2,100 jobs). One common thread is a will, or the…Read more…
Negative inflation + lower growth = the Treasury must to do more
Once more the monthly CPI shows negative inflation of -0.1% in September. On a quarterly basis, inflation has been zero for two consecutive quarters, unprecedented territory for the CPI as the chart shows. CPI annual inflation, quarters Inevitably the …Read more…
The award of the Nobel Peace Prize shows the power of social dialogue
In a very dangerous and uncertain world the awarding of the Nobel Peace prize to the Tunisian National Dialogue quartet underlines the power and resolve to settle differences by working together in a…Read more…
Pensions Robbery – the future for public services?
The Barnet Group, where our branch members in Barnet Homes and Your Choice Barnet are, is hoping for the go-ahead from
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Sports Direct chief in the dock
Campaigners will be outside Chesterfield magistrates’ court tomorrow (October 14) highlighting Sports Direct’s ‘shameful’ treatment of workers and poor corporate governance, as criminal proceedings…Read more…
You are welcome here
On Saturday October 10, members of Unite Community South Yorkshire branch, charities and local activist groups took to the streets to send a clear message to the government: refugees are welcome…Read more…