Statement on the Manchester synagogue attack

UNISON is horrified at the terrorist attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue yesterday, which left two people dead and many more injured. It was a violent, antisemitic attack on the Jewish community in Manchester which will also have spread deep fear and concern across the whole Jewish community in the UK. UNISON stands […]

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Statement on the Manchester synagogue attack

UNISON is horrified at the terrorist attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue yesterday, which left two people dead and many more injured. It was a violent, antisemitic attack on the Jewish community in Manchester which will also have spread deep fear and concern across the whole Jewish community in the UK. UNISON stands […]

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Statement on recent rallies and demonstrations

UNISON’s objectives include fighting for fairness and equality and challenging all forms of discrimination including any form of racism. We have always stood for the rights and equality of all people, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or background. Expressions of national pride around important anniversaries and sporting achievements can be positive and unifying. However, some recent […]

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Statement on recent rallies and demonstrations

UNISON’s objectives include fighting for fairness and equality and challenging all forms of discrimination including any form of racism. We have always stood for the rights and equality of all people, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or background. Expressions of national pride around important anniversaries and sporting achievements can be positive and unifying. However, some recent […]

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Dyslexia-friendly lit call

Unite delegate Tracey Whittle of the South East region gave a stirring speech moving a motion on ensuring union literature is neurodiverse- and dyslexia-friendly. Tracey told of her personal experience of the very policy conference at which she was speaking – where printed materials in green paper that she could read were not readily available. […]

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Promoting neurodiversity at work

Motion 58 called for the promotion of neurodiversity awareness and inclusion. It stated that, “Fostering an inclusive and equitable environment benefits both neurodivergent individuals and society.” It was moved by Kevin Hellier, from the South West. He said, “I’m a neurodivergent person and a first-time speaker. My life has had its challenges, but [my being […]

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