Fortunately for Michael, it was UNISON who stood by him when he lost his job, and ensured he received the legal representation he needed to fight his case. He was ably supported by his branch and his…Read more…
A brutal massacre in Gaza
We condemn the government of Israel for its actions that have brought fresh pain to the Palestinian people and we pledge to redouble our efforts to campaign for the rights of Palestinians, peace and…Read more…
Blog: All too often, early years services are a poor relation
Thanks to UNISON, the government have agreed to meet with UNISON members tomorrow. Yet the person they’re sending to the meeting is Nadhim Zahawi – the Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Department…Read more…
Blog: If the Tories want a hostile environment, we will give them one
On Saturday, thousands of UNISON members took to the streets and made our voices heard. UNISON was by far the biggest, noisiest presence on the march – and swamped Hyde Park for the rally…Read more…
Blog: Time for the government to end their silence on Turkey
Although the UK government vocally condemned the attempted coup in Turkey for undermining democracy, they have remained almost silent on the subsequent state of emergency, mass detentions and…Read more…
Blog: Together, we can step up for public services
By standing together on Saturday, we can continue to show the strength of our feelings and continue to make the case for public services. If you’re in London, near London or can get to London this…Read more…
Blog: If there are elections where you are, don’t forget to use your vote
Recent years have shown clearly that our votes do matter, but in local elections – where turnout is traditionally lower than in general elections or referendums – that’s especially true. If those of…Read more…
Blog: Another reason to be proud of our union – on May Day, and every day
We should be rightly proud that we’re the biggest and best union in the country. We should celebrate our quarter of a century of incredible achievements. Yet we must also take this as an opportunity…Read more…
Blog: Listen to these moments of truth
Join us in raising their voices and your voices. Share the videos on social media. Support our campaign to champion public services, and continue the fight for public services and everyone who works…Read more…
Blog: Today we reaffirm our demand for safe and healthy work for all
No-one goes to work not expecting to return home that day, yet official figures show that at least 20,000 workers die each year from work-related injuries and illnesses. The National Hazards Campaign…Read more…
Blog: The future of our country depends on it
This Tory government have sought to trash early-years support by failing to support them nationally or provide the necessary resources to local authorities. Now they need to hear the message loud and…Read more…
Blog: A credit to their community
UNISON and our members need to be round the table and involved in the decisions about the future of public services in Northamptonshire. By ensuring that, we’ll achieve better outcomes for everyone –…Read more…
Blog: The Windrush generation served us all and made our country a better place
It’s time the legal status of the Windrush generation was confirmed once and for all – but the stain their treatment leaves on the already ugly record of this government will take a very long time to…Read more…
Blog: I will always love our NHS
As your General Secretary, I always will always fight for the NHS because NHS workers fought for me – they never gave up. As UNISON General Secretary, neither will I.
The article Blog: I will always…Read more…
Blog: Rodney will always be our giant
UNISON was Rodney’s union – the house he helped build, and whose values he championed. Today we remembered his work, his incredible achievements, but most of all – his humanity, decency and…Read more…
Blog: Every signing really matters
Now that Blaenau Gwent have become the first Welsh signatory to the charter, we hope this incentivises other councils to follow suit.
The article Blog: Every signing really matters first appeared…Read more…
Blog: Once again, our union is taking the fight to the government – and onto the streets
So wherever you live, wherever you work and whatever you do – please join us on May 12th to speak up and step up for the public services you work in and your whole community relies on. Bring your…Read more…
At long last NHS workers have a real pay offer – now it’s time for members to decide their future
If the pay offer is accepted, every NHS workers’ wages will go further, and the lowest paid would get a significant income boost. Meanwhile starting salaries for nurses, midwives and other health…Read more…
Blog: United Utilities workers are on strike to defend their right to a fair pension
These attacks are completely unwarranted. In the past five full financial years, United Utilities has earned £1.6 billion in profits, whilst over a billion was paid out in shareholder dividends over…Read more…
Blog: Child Marriage is Child Labour
This International Women’s Day it is important that we stand up for equality in every workplace; for decent work and freedom from violence and harassment for women everywhere. Child marriage is child…Read more…