We were at the L&Q headquarters in Stratford, Newham, London last week in the evening for our branch Executive committee and I cannot resist posting this picture. Sad but true, I do love a good UNISON real life notice board. Well done t…Read more…
Retirement celebration with UNISON LAS Paramedic Pete Hannell
On Friday evening, I met up with Pete, who is retiring from the London Ambulance Service (LAS) as a paramedic after more than 30 years of service. Pete is, of course, well-known in UNISON for being very shy, even bashful, and it’s always a challe…Read more…
Pride in West Ham with Angela Rayner
A lovely picture of Adjoa and me with Labour MP Angela Rayner in Newham, just outside West Ham Ward. I first met Angela many years ago at our UNISON conference when she was a young member but already a leading UNISON trade union rep and activist.&…Read more…
UNISON NEC pre 8.4.26
On Tuesday evening, after an earlier meeting of the UNISON National Executive Council (NEC) Policy Development & Campaigns Sub-Committee (PDCC), we gathered at the UNISON headquarters for a bit of gossip and chat. Some of us then headed to a …Read more…
UNISON SGE election 2026 recommendations: Yorkshire & Humber Candidates
Some recommendations from comrades in Yorkshire & Humber but Wayne is a top grass roots UNISON Community steward in my national employer and Kerri is his branch secretary and given him loads of support. Read more…
UNISON Service Group Elections 2026 – Regional Heath (& Greater London)
Trusted colleagues from UNISON Health Service Group have asked me to share recommendations for the biannual Service Group Executive (SGE) elections, which should have been sent out on Wednesday 1 April by email or to members’ home addresses. …Read more…
UNISON win at St George’s and Epsom & St Helier Hospital
UNISON WIN Healthcare assistants at St George’s Hospital, Epsom Hospital and St Helier Hospital, have secured a significant pay victory after voting to accept an offer from their employers For more information about the campaign visit london.unis…Read more…
A Full Labour Movement Family Day
Today was one of those days that reminds me why I’m proud to be part of our Labour and Co‑operative Movement family.🏛️ Morning: Community FirstI started with my Labour & Co‑op Councillor Surgery at the newly refurbished Vicarage Lane Communit…Read more…
Marching TOGETHER against the FAR RIGHT – LOVE, HOPE, UNITY this Saturday 28 March Central London
I’ve been working with my UNISON trade union branch and Newham Labour activists to help boost attendance at Saturday’s march. I’ll be joining the national UNISON bloc, which will be second from the front. It’s so important to make our voices heard…Read more…
UNISON Greater London Housing Associations Branch AGM – Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 6pm
💜 UNISON’s Step into Spring Grant
UNISON’s Step into Spring grant opens at 12 noon on Thursday 19 March 2026 and is available for 24 hours.
Eligible members can get a £30 voucher towards the cost of essentials.
Find out how to apply
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UNISON wins 3.8% pay rise for Clarion Housing Group members
Hat tip @unisonclarion “Members accepted last week in a ballot supported by 88% a 3.8% pay rise from April negotiated by @unisontheunion @Clarion_Group local reps with help from regional and national officers. #Teamunison @UnisonHAB …Read more…
UNISON Community (Housing Associations & Charities) Seminar & Conference 2026 – Day One
Last weekend I attended our annual seminar and conference as a NEC member of the Community Service Group Executive (SGE). The first day kicked off early with an SGE meeting, followed by the Housing Association Sector meeting with members from across th…Read more…
Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! Happy St David’s Day!
…and the first day of Spring.Read more…
Have your say on pay at Clarion Housing
Hello Clarion UNISON member,Final Clarion Pay offer to all staff negotiated by UNISON Following meetings with local reps and UNISON national officers (including information from the bargaining support unit), UNISON put in a claim for £2500 f…Read more…
UNISON NEC members meet up before meeting Wednesday 11.2.26
A few of us from the UNISON NEC managed to meet up on Tuesday evening at our national headquarters on Euston Road. It was a relaxed chance to catch up before the formal business began.Our elected lay President, Catherine, is right at the centre o…Read more…
Re-elected as UNISON Greater London Regional Council officer (Finance Convenor) 2026-27
I was pleased to be re‑elected with a solid majority as Finance Convenor (RCO) for the London Region, and I offer commiserations to my opponent. I think I was first elected to this role in either 2006 or 2007, which means this may well be my twen…Read more…
Wayne Mattison for Community Yorkshire & Humberside General Seat –
It’s a bit late, but I’d like to ask UNISON branches or other nomination bodies in the Yorkshire & Humberside region to consider nominating Wayne for the Community General seat. Wayne is an experienced multi-trade repair operative and serves a…Read more…
Thank you to everyone working over Christmas and New Year
Hat tip @unisontheunionPublic service workers across the UK are working 365 days a year, seven days a week and 24 hours a day to keep us safe, healthy and warm.
We just want to say a special ‘thank you’ to everyone working over Christ…Read more…
UNISON Christmas Rewards! 🎄🛍️
As a UNISON member you can save £££’s on discounted gift vouchers and shopping cards and get cashback from top retailers such as Argos, Currys, M&S, IKEA, Boots, and more.
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