International labour migration

The work of UNISON in respect of organising and representing, protecting and supporting migrant workers, particularly in the health sector, is an ongoing part of UNISON's national agenda. UNISON is also concerned about the impact migration is having in other countries especially those who can ill afford to lose their key workers. Given UNISON's international remit to build links with sister unions abroad, help build capacity and show solidarity the issues surrounding labour migration are central to our activities. more

Most recent documents and activities

National Delegate Conference 2006

Resolution adopted at Conference June 2006
resolution

International labour migration seminar May 2006

In May 2006 UNISON hosted a seminar which looked at the impact of labour migration on the delivery of basic health services in developing countries, and how UNISON and the trade union movement in general can respond. more..

International labour migration: UNISON discussion paper

Report highlighting the problems faced by migration workers in the UK and in developing countries where the loss of key workers is taking its toll on the delivery of public services. International Labour Migration report

PSI project on international labour migration

UNISON has supported a global project on international labour migration to promote the rights of migrant women health workers in the UK and abroad. The project is been steered by PSI, the global union for public services workers. UNISON is involved at all levels in this project. more..