Conditions zone
Check out the factsheets and guides on conditions at work and get the latest information from 'Quick facts'. This is just part of what the Bargaining Support Group has available - for more help contact us. If you negotiate an agreement, please send us a copy to build up the Bargaining Information System database.
Model recognition and procedural agreement
This model provides a framework for drafting a comprehensive recognition agreement.
Microsoft Word version
Guide to statutory recognition: Using the CAC procedure
Guidance on using the statutory central arbitration committee process.
Acrobat PDF version
The Right To Be Accompanied
Word document (63488 bytes)
Online HTML version
UNISON response to the Modern Workplaces Consultation 2011
Word document (70144 bytes)
Maternity Leave and Pay BIS Questionannaire 2008
Word document (64512 bytes)
Maternity Rights Branch Survey Form
Use this form to survey your branch members on maternity provision.
Word document (49152 bytes)
Maternity Rights: Full Guidance
Maternity Rights Factsheet
Word document (98816 bytes)
Maternity Support (Paternity) Factsheet
Word document (81408 bytes)
Online HTML version
Right to request time off work for training factsheet
Word document (93184 bytes)
Working Time: hours and holidays factsheet 2009
Word document (109568 bytes)
Workers required to sleep in at work and the Working Time Directive factsheet
Word document (104960 bytes)
Fit Notes Factsheet 2010
Word document (105472 bytes)
Organising Guide on Transfers of Employment (including TUPE)
UNISON's full guidance on Transfers of Employment, including TUPE.
Acrobat PDF version
Time to Act: branch guidance
Negotiating time off for trade union duties and activities. This guide offers information and advice to UNISON branches on how to get a good time off agreement that will help the branch develop and grow and better recruit and represent your membership, negotiate on their behalf and build participation in the branch.
Acrobat PDF version




