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UNISON National LGBT conference 2008

13 May 2008
UNISON National LGBT conference 2008 is being held in Bristol between 14-16 November. This file contains forms, information sheets and guidance.
Link to a ZIP document on this site Download ZIP file
 

UNISON Welfare Annual Report 2007

13 May 2008
Outlines our achievements and financial results for the year and looks ahead. Jam packed with case stories, quotes and endorsements.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (1389591 bytes)
 

Individual Budgets

12 May 2008
The government has said that Individual Budgets should be available to anyone in receipt of social care services. This Fact Sheet explains how Individual Budgets currently work and identifies key concerns around support arrangements, likely costs, impact on services and workforce issues.
Link to a document on this siteIndividual Budgets (358400 bytes)
 

International unit annual review 2007

12 May 2008
International unit annual review 2007
Link to a PDF document on this siteAnnual review 2007
 

Positively Public Briefing - May 2008

9 May 2008
Campaign, good practice and privatisation news
Link to a document on this sitePositively Public Briefing - May 2008
 

NHS @ 60

8 May 2008
Document containing a mix of serious articles (including one by Dave Prentis), light-hearted features and potted histories to illustrate why it's essential that we continue to celebrate and defend the NHS as it turns 60
Link to a PDF document on this siteNHS @ 60
 

Proposed health pay agreement explained

8 May 2008
Leaflet explaining details of the proposed health pay agreement - including proposed banding, pay scales and Q&A.
Link to a PDF document on this siteProposed health pay agreement explained
 

NHS pay - proposed multi-year agreement: case studies

7 May 2008
The proposed pay deal will affect the earnings of particular occupational groups. These case studies will be of interest to branches and affected individuals.
Link to a document on this siteNHS pay - case studies [ZIP]
 

NHS survey

7 May 2008
Tell us what is most important to you about the NHS and make sure your voice is heard in the debate over its future. The survey only takes three minutes to complete - and you could win an iPod!
Link to a PDF document on this siteNHS survey
 

Retired Members' Conference 2008: bulletin

7 May 2008
Bulletin for the retired members conference 2008 in Glasgow.
Link to a PDF document on this siteRetired Members' Conference 2008: bulletin
 

Retired Members' Conference 2008: forms

7 May 2008
Forms for delegate appointment, travel, accommodation, motions and amendments for the retired members conference 2008 in Glasgow.
Link to a PDF document on this siteZip file
 

PTB Sector Newsletter

7 May 2008
2008 spring newsletter of the UNISON Healthcare Service Group PTB Sector
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (270523 bytes)
 

NHS pay ballot poster

6 May 2008
NHS PAY: have your say - vote in the UNISON ballot
Link to a PDF document on this siteNHS pay ballot poster
 

Fact or fiction?

6 May 2008
Leaflet outlining the truth about the proposed multi-year NHS pay deal.
Link to a PDF document on this siteFact or fiction?
 

New Recruitment Materials for Higher Education

6 May 2008
(06/05/2008)A new recruitment recruitment leaflet and poster have been produced. These can be ordered from Communications stockorders@unison.co.uk by quoting the stock order numbers which are; poster 2669 and leaflet 2670.

We have attached an order form and we hope these materials are of help to you.

Click here to download the order form
Link to a document on this siteHigher Education Recruitment Order Form

Click here to download the leaflet
Link to a document on this siteRecruitment Leaflet

Click here to download the poster
Link to a document on this sitePoster
 

Staying Active February 2008 PDF Version

Staying Active February 2008 PDF Version
1 May 2008
Staying Active February 2008 PDF Version


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Link to a PDF document on this siteStaying Active February 2008 PDF Version
 

Guidance on Supporting Trans Members

1 May 2008
This updated UNISON / Scottish Transgender Alliance is an introductory guide for trade union reps on supporting trans members
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (280157 bytes)
 

Bargaining for Transgender Workers

1 May 2008
This updated factsheet gives information about the rights of transgender people at work and suggests good practice for employers and UNISON branches. It includes information on the law, support for members undergoing gender reassignment and checklists for negotiating and for branches.
Link to a document on this siteWord document (877056 bytes)
 

NHS @ 60

29 April 2008
The NHS Support Federation has produced a document for UNISON celebrating the 60th anniversary of the NHS. It contains a combination of serious articles (including one by Dave Prentis), light-hearted features and potted histories to illustrate why it is essential that we continue to celebrate and defend the NHS as it turns 60.
Link to a PDF document on this siteNHS @ 60
 

UNISON Briefing on Workers Memorial Day

25 April 2008
This briefing may be of use to UNISON regions and branches, and may be amended to suit local requirements and events.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Machines, markets and morals

25 April 2008

This pamphlet from the think tank Compass calls on the government to end the marketisation of the NHS and instead allow staff and users to shape the service democratically.Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (1709088 bytes)


 

Workers Memorial Day Flyer/Leaflet

25 April 2008
A flyer for distribution at UNISON events for International Workers Memorial Day.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Health & Safety Organiser, Issue 55, April/May 08

25 April 2008
This issue features articles on: International Workers Memorial Day including UNISON's national campaign and regional and branch events, the Alan safety reps award, catering, health and safety posters, UNISON's revised health and safety website, the NHS and violence and needlestick injuries, and stress at work.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Workers Memorial Day Speech

25 April 2008
The speech given by NEC member, Roger Bannister, at UNISON's Head Office event. This speech may be of use to UNISON regions and branches as a draft and may be amended to suit local requirements and events.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Abortion Rights Lobby of Parliament

24 April 2008
Flyer to publicise the 7th May Abortion Rights lobby of Parliament
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (253370 bytes)
 

Next Generation - issue 13, spring '08

23 April 2008
Looking forward to UNISON national conference and the 10th birthday of the national minimum wage
Link to a PDF document on this siteNext Generation - issue 13, spring '08
 

Bargaining Update April 2008

21 April 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (198144 bytes)
 

Senior Carers' Salaries Questionnaire

21 April 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (75264 bytes)
 

Health pay - conference decision

18 April 2008
HC/52/07 - Details of the health conference decision to ballot members on the proposed pay deal.
Link to a PDF document on this siteCircular
Link to a PDF document on this siteConference motion
Link to a PDF document on this siteConference presentation
 

BIS Equality Scheme Questionnaire

18 April 2008
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UNISON Welfare News Issue 21 Spring 08

18 April 2008
In this edition: A special holiday, kids summer camps, help for home owners, making a difference.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (899595 bytes)
 

Positively Public Briefing - April 2008

16 April 2008
Campaign News ISTC not value for money Taxpayer to bear higher costs of PFI Privatisation Problems Reports
Link to a document on this sitePositively Public briefing (139776 bytes)
 

PFI cost to the NHS

16 April 2008
This study analyses the cost of using private finance to build the first 12 operational PFI hospitals by 2001-2002. It shows that PFI creates budget inflexibilities that increase pressures on the NHS to cut its largest cost: the jobs, working conditions and pay of staff, therefore impacting on the quality of healthcare services.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (70277 bytes)
 

Maternity Rights Branch Survey Form

15 April 2008
Use this form to survey your branch members on maternity provision.
Link to a document on this siteWord document (49152 bytes)


 

Speakers' notes: Employer's Final Offer

15 April 2008
Speakers' notes for the 2008 Pay Claim
Link to a PowerPoint document on this sitePay Claim 2008 - Employer's Final Offer [PPT]
Link to a PDF document on this siteSpeakers' notes: Employer's Final Offer
 

Maternity Leave and Pay BIS Questionannaire 2008

15 April 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (64512 bytes)
 

UNISON Labour Link News April 2008

14 April 2008
Judy Mallaber leads Commons inquiry into gender pay gap. Rachel Voller at labour Spring Conference. Mike Hayes interview. National committee report. Cambridge congestion charge. Waltham Forset Labour Link. Swansea demo against BNP. Livingstone campaign.
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Labour Link News April 2008
 

Connexions Model Pay Claim 2008

14 April 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (165376 bytes)
 

Further Education Pay - Power Point Presentation [PPT]

14 April 2008
This presentation sets out the full details of the 2008/09 FE pay claim for England. It should be used to explain the claim to members and non members.
Link to a PowerPoint document on this siteFurther Education Pay [PPT]
 

UNISON Labour Link magazine Spring 2008

14 April 2008
London elections - Warwick urges Labour vote, feature on crime & transport. Sadiq Khan backs St George's staff. Wales elections. Scotland Labour conference. Hilary Benn on climate change.
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Labour Link magazine Spring 2008
 

TUPE Update April 2008

11 April 2008

Link to a document on this siteWord document (161280 bytes)
 

Catch up and match up consultation campaign leaflet

11 April 2008
Catch up, and Match Up pay claim leaflet outlining the consultation process following the latest pay offer.
Link to a PDF document on this siteCatch up and match up consultation campaign leaflet
 

Health and Safety Bulletin_ HS/04/08

11 April 2008
This bulletin covers: UNISON's poster, Campaigning on Health and Safety; Workers Memorial Day (UNISON's poster, the UNISON Hot Air Balloon, and the purple ribbons and car stickers); National Hazards Conference 2008; a revised and free guide on stress; a National Work Stress Conference; and an Occupational and Environmental Cancer Prevention Conference. [Asbestos, Posters].
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Scottish Health and Safety Bulletin

11 April 2008
This document includes information on UNISON events taking place in Scotland for Workers Memorial Day.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Course programme 2008 - 2009

10 April 2008
The programme of courses and other learning opportunities is bigger and wider ranging than ever before. This gives new activists crucial introduction to the essentials required by a representative, to specialised training that takes a more advanced view of specific topics.
Link to a PDF document on this siteCourse programme 2008 - 2009
 

Education course application form

10 April 2008
UNISON is committed to achieving fair representation and proportionality in all its structures. The Education and Training Committee asks each course applicant to fill in this form. No member should be deterred from applying for a course because of individual needs.
Link to a PDF document on this siteEducation course application form
 

UNISON and the Skills pledge

10 April 2008
The Skills Pledge is a government initiative aimed at securing a right to free training and development for employees who usually miss out in this area.
Link to a document on this siteSkills pledge (word doc)
 

Out in UNISON 34 - spring 2008

Newsletter on LGBT equality in UNISON
10 April 2008
This issue includes human rights in healthcare; surrogacy leave victory; celebrating our differences; legal update
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (2817078 bytes)
 

National Women's Conference 2008 decisions

9 April 2008
Record of decisions voted by members at this year's conference
Link to a document on this siteWord document (236032 bytes)
 

Strategic influence and community campaigning

08 April 2008
8 April 2008
UNISON is hosting a seminar on Thursday 22 May, aimed at helping branches build alliances with the local community to defend jobs and quality services. Download the file below for more information and a booking form.
Link to a PDF document on this siteStrategic influence and community campaigning
 

NHS survey

8 April 2008
Tell us what is most important to you about the NHS and make sure your voice is heard in the debate over its future. The survey only takes three minutes to complete - and you could win an iPod!
Link to a PDF document on this siteNHS survey
 

LGBT Factsheet – how members can get involved

8 April 2008
This two-page guide advises members how to access LGBT information from UNISON. You can print off copies for branch use, as a resource for colleagues attending employer diversity training, or maybe to distribute at your local Pride events!
Link to a document on this siteWord document (81408 bytes)
 

Workers Memorial Day Poster 2008

4 April 2008
UNISON's poster for 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

Blood and Transplant Forum - 13 March 2008

3 April 2008
(03/04/08) The attached file contains the main points from the Blood and Transplant Forum on 13 March 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (19211 bytes)
 

Call Connect Briefing

1 April 2008
Click here to view the UNISON Ambulance Sector briefing on issues raised by the implementation of Call Connect
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (69634 bytes)
 

International Relations Officers Weekend

31 March 2008

Branch International Relations weekend course 20 & 21 September for Officers and those who would like to no more about this role.  Applications by 8 August to Region.


Link to a PDF document on this siteInternational Relations Officers Weekend
 

Regional action plan 2008

28 March 2008
Regional action plan 2008
Link to a PDF document on this siteRegional action plan 2008
 

A guide to local involvement networks (LINks)

28 March 2008
28 March 2008
A guide on LINks has been prepared for UNISON by the Democratic Health Network. This briefing equips activists with the knowledge to ensure the new system functions and that health and social care providers are held to account.
Link to a PDF document on this siteA guide to local involvement networks (LINks)
 

Getting GOing in local government

27 March 2008
A guide to the GO Award for UNISON learning reps and branches
Link to a PDF document on this siteGetting GOing in local government
 

Primary Care News – April 2008

27 March 2008

(27/03/08) This special Health Conference edition of ‘Primary Care News’ contains updates members on key news and events, as well as on UNISON’s ongoing primary care campaign.

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Staying Active issue 4 - February 2008

Staying Active issue 4 - February 2008
27 March 2008
Staying Active issue 4 - February 2008


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Link to a PDF document on this siteStaying Active issue 4 - February 2008
 

Why meat inspection should not be privatised

26 March 2008
UNISON briefing on the why meat inspection should not be privatised.
Link to a PDF document on this siteWhy meat inspection should not be privatised
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Write to your MP

26 March 2008
Model letter to write to your MP asking them to oppose the privatisation of meat inspection.
Link to a PDF document on this siteWrite to your MP
Link to a document on this siteOnline HTML version
 

Organise! Around Health & Safety

26 March 2008
Organise!   Summer 08 WM regional activists newsletter with special health & safety edition with personal injury guide from Thompsons Solicitors.
Link to a PDF document on this siteOrganise! Around Health & Safety
 

LGPS Newsletter: 74

25 March 2008
Government consults over cost-sharing. Find out how you can get involved. Plus all the latest on the local government pension scheme.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLGPS Newsletter: 74
 

No entry for the BNP

20 March 2008
Campaign leaflet: stock number 2662
Link to a PDF document on this siteNo entry for the BNP
 

The BNP can seriously damage your public services

20 March 2008
Campaign leaflet: stock number 2663
Link to a PDF document on this siteThe BNP can seriously damage your public services
 

Positively Public Briefing - March 2008

20 March 2008
Campaign News PFI firms move to avoid paying tax Poor hygiene at PFI hospital Good Practice Reports
Link to a document on this sitePositively Public briefing (140288 bytes)
 

Bargaining Update March 2008

20 March 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (198144 bytes)
 

Model Maternity Rights Agreement 2008

19 March 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (60416 bytes)
 

Maternity Leave and Pay Questionnaire

19 March 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (64512 bytes)
 

Companies Update March 2008

19 March 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (86528 bytes)
 

Young workers questionnaire

18 March 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (124928 bytes)
 

Disabled members caucus leaflet

17 March 2008
A voice for you at UNISON's disabled members' conference - details of caucus meetings.
Link to a PDF document on this siteDisabled members caucus leaflet
 

BNP out

14 March 2008
Campaign poster: No entry for the BNP
Link to a PDF document on this siteBNP out
 

UNISON Labour Link News March 2008

14 March 2008
UNISON calls for action on Agency Workers; Hilary Benn meets young members; Labour Sustainable Communities consultation; Angela Bowen profile; Sefton Labour Link; Ken Livingstone campaign.
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Labour Link News March 2008
 

We've got the power

14 March 2008
We can stop climate change. Download the action guides for everything you need to know for the Stop Climate Chaos week of action beginning on 30 March
Link to a PDF document on this siteGuide for individuals [PDF]
Link to a PDF document on this siteAction guide for groups [PDF]


 

Public health warning

14 March 2008
Campaign poster: The BNP can seriously damage your public services
Link to a PDF document on this sitePublic health warning
 

Further education recruitment leaflet

13 March 2008
There's strength in numbers. Download a leaflet and help us sign up new members. Batches can be ordered through the online catalogue. Stock number 2659
Link to a PDF document on this siteFurther education recruitment leaflet
 

Debt and public services in developing countries

11 March 2008
UNISON and Jubilee Debt Campaign joint publication
Link to a PDF document on this siteDebt and public services in developing countries
 

HEALTHCARE FOR LONDON – A FRAMEWORK FOR ACTION

HEALTHCARE FOR LONDON – A FRAMEWORK FOR ACTION
10 March 2008
HEALTHCARE FOR LONDON – A FRAMEWORK FOR ACTION


Link to a document on this siteWord document (58880 bytes)
Link to a PDF document on this siteHEALTHCARE FOR LONDON – A FRAMEWORK FOR ACTION
 

UNISON East Stafforshire Borough JE explained

7 March 2008
(07/03/08)  UNISON East Staffordshire Borough Branch briefing on Job Evaluation for members.
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON East Stafforshire Borough JE explained
 

Solidarity with German workers

7 March 2008
(06/03/08) General Secretary of UNISON sends words of encouragement to striking German workers
Link to a PDF document on this siteGen Sec letter to ver.di
 

UNISON East Staffs Borough JE Questions and Answers

7 March 2008

(07/03/08)  UNISON East Staffordshire Borough a Job Evaluation and a frequently asked questions and answers guidance sheet for members


Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON East Staffs Borough JE Questions and Answers
 

WM Labour Link Annual Report 2007

7 March 2008
(07/03/08) West Midlands Regional Labour Link Annual Report 2007 includes LP Conference sponsored MPs party conference and officers reports.
Link to a PDF document on this siteWM Labour Link Annual Report 2007
 

Sentencing for corporate manslaughter

6 March 2008
UNISON's response to the government consultation paper on sentencing for corporate manslaughter.
Link to a PDF document on this site

Catch up & Match up recruitment leaflet

6 March 2008
Help us win a fair pay rise for NJC staff by encouraging your colleagues to join UNISON today. Batches can be ordered through the online catalogue. Stock number 2657
Link to a PDF document on this siteCatch up & Match up recruitment leaflet
 

HE conference guide 2008 and annual report

6 March 2008
UNISON Higher Education Service Group conference on 3 April 2008 at Warwick University. Conference Guide and Service Group Annual Report for 2007/08. Also advisory bulletin sent to all branches.
Link to a PDF document on this siteConference guide
Link to a PDF document on this siteAnnual report
Link to a PDF document on this siteBranch advice
 

Factsheet on dismissal on the grounds of retirement

4 March 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (58368 bytes)
 

Tackling the two-tier workforce

4 March 2008
This paper sets out the problems and issues arising from contracting out public services
Link to a PDF document on this siteTackling the two-tier workforce
 

NJSC (Donor Services) Committee: 7 December 2007

3 March 2008
(03/03/08) The attached file contains the minutes of the NJSC Donor Services Committee meeting held on 7 December 2007.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (23505 bytes)
 

National Nursing and Midwifery Sector Committee: 4 October 2007

3 March 2008
(03/03/08)The attached file contains the minutes of the Nursing and Midwifery Sector Committee held on 4 October 2007.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (26817 bytes)
 

NJSC 6 November 2007

3 March 2008
(01/01/08) The attached file contains the minutes of the NJSC meeting held on 6 November 2007.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (50268 bytes)
 

NJSC (Donor Services) Committee: 19 January 2008

3 March 2008
(03/03/08) The attached file contains the minutes of the NJSC Donor Services Committee meeting held on 19 January 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (20674 bytes)
 

Agenda for Change. What's in it for you?

3 March 2008
Agenda for change and private contractor staff - England A UNISON guide:
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF version

Available in other languages
 

Training Day for Retired Members Secretaries

Training Day for Retired Members Secretaries
29 February 2008
Training Day for Retired Members Secretaries


Link to a document on this siteWord document (33792 bytes)
Link to a PDF document on this siteTraining Day for Retired Members Secretaries
 

Meal Break Position

29 February 2008
The National Sector Committee position on Ambulance meal break arrangements determined at its January 2008 meeting.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (64941 bytes)
 

Local government conference 2008 - motion submissions

28 February 2008
This zip file contains forms, information sheets and guidance for delegate and visitor registration for the Local Government conference 2008
Link to a zip file on this sitezip file
 

Health & Safety Organiser, Issue 54, Jan/Feb 2008

28 February 2008
This issue is a special for International Workers Memorial Day, but also features articles on: Asbestos, Fire Wardens, Gender and H&S, Mesothelioma, No Smoking Day, RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) Day and World TB (Tuberculosis) Day.
Link to a PDF document on this siteHealth & Safety Organiser, Issue 54, Jan/Feb 2008
 

Local government conference bulletin 2008 – 1ST EDITION

28 February 2008
First edition of the Local government conference bulletin 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLocal government conference bulletin 2008 – 1ST EDITION
 

Guidance on Supporting Trans Members

28 February 2008
A UNISON/Scottish Transgender Alliance introductory guide for trade union reps on supporting trans members
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (504937 bytes)
 

Branch travel forms

28 February 2008
Branch travel forms for the local government conference 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteBranch travel forms
 

Branch accommodation forms

28 February 2008
Branch accommodation forms for local government conference 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteBranch accommodation forms
 

Advice from Standing Orders Committee

28 February 2008
Advice from Standing Orders Committee
Link to a PDF document on this siteAdvice from Standing Orders Committee
 

Local government conference bulletin 2008 – SPECIAL EDITION

28 February 2008
Special edition of the Local government conference bulletin 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLocal government conference bulletin 2008 – SPECIAL EDITION
 

LG conference 2008 – delegate and visitor registration forms

28 February 2008
Registration forms for delegates and visitors to the Local government conference 2008.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLG conference 2008 – delegate and visitor registration forms
 

Catch Up Match Up - UNISON steward's briefing

27 February 2008
This briefing for stewards sets out the arguments in support of the 2008/9 NJC pay claim.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLetter to branches
 

Appointment of delegates form

26 February 2008
Appointment of delegates form, also includes details for visitor application form, creche facilities request form, babysitting request form.
Link to a PDF document on this siteAppointment of delegates form
 

AGM & Seminar Programme & Booking Form

25 February 2008
Two page programme and booking form for UNISON Welfare's Annual General Meeting and Seminar at the Park Inn, York 2-4 May 2008
Link to a PDF document on this siteAcrobat PDF (2073311 bytes)
 

New equality legislation - A UNISON briefing

25 February 2008
UNISON response to government green paper on new equality legislation.
Link to a PDF document on this siteNew equality legislation - A UNISON briefing
 

Higher Education Newsletter Spring 2008

20 February 2008
(20/02/2008) Newsletter for Higher Education Members
Link to a doc document on this siteHE/05/08 Higher Education Circular
Link to a PDF document on this siteHigher Education Newsletter Spring 2008
 

Positively Public Briefing - February 2008

19 February 2008
Campaign News GP services under threat of privatisation MPs criticise PFI schemes Private clinics work below capacity Tube PPP failure costs taxpayers £2bn Reports
Link to a document on this sitePositively Public briefing(137728 bytes)
 

Response to NMC consultation on the future of pre-regsitration nursing education

18 February 2008
(18/2/08) The attached files were submitted to the Department of Health in February 2008 in response to its consultation on the future of pre-registration nursing education.
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Bargaining Update February 2008

18 February 2008
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Response to DoH consultation on future of post-registration nursing careers

18 February 2008
(18/2/08) The attached file sets out the response submitted to the Department of Health over the February 2008 consultation on the future of post-registration nursing careers.
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Catch up & Match up

18 February 2008
Powerpoint presentation for the pay campaign 2008 NJC England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Link to a PowerPointdocument on this siteMicrosoft PPT version
 

Workers required to sleep in at work and the Working Time Directive factsheet

17 February 2008
Link to a document on this siteWord document (104960 bytes)
 

Cuba Sponsorship Form

Cuba Sponsorship Form
15 February 2008
Cuba Sponsorship Form


Link to a document on this siteWord document (78336 bytes)
Link to a PDF document on this siteCuba Sponsorship Form
 

Advice for Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages

15 February 2008
Job evaluation, job information, and pay
Link to a PDF document on this siteAdvice for Registrars of Births, Deaths and Marriages
 

Skills4schools e-newsletter Winter 2008

14 February 2008
(14/02/2008) e-NEWSLETTER for support staff in schools (Winter 2008) brought to you by UNISON and the TDA
Link to a PDF document on this siteSkills4Schools Winter Newsletter 2008
 

Anti-Academies Alliance reports

14 February 2008
(14/02/2008) see attached two new reports from the Anti-Academies Alliance (AAA) which UNISON has supported.

Link to a PDF document on this siteWe pay the piper-they call the tune

Link to a PDF document on this siteCover pages for booklet

Link to a PDF document on this siteReport on the MPs Committee of enquiry and trust schools

Link to a PDF document on this siteReport on the Committee of enquiry into academies and trust schols
 

Environment Agency pay claim 2008

14 February 2008
Letter to branches and full details of the 2008 pay claim.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLetter to branches
Link to a PDF document on this sitePay claim 2008
 

Make Local Services Count briefing

13 February 2008
Branch guide outlining the basics of Local Strategic Partnerships, Local Area Agreements and Comprehensive Area Assessments.

Link to a document on this siteAcrobat PDF version
 

LAOS Annual Review 2007

13 February 2008
UNISON's learning and organising services unit undertakes a wide range of activity which contributes to the overall achievement of the union's objectives and priorities.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLAOS Annual Review 2007
 

Local government pay claim

13 February 2008
Full text of the NJC submission for England, Wales and Northern Ireland for 2008/9
Link to a PDF document on this siteLocal government pay claim
 

Regional LGBT Handbook 2008

Regional LGBT Handbook 2008
5 February 2008
Regional LGBT Handbook 2008


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2008 National Black Members' Conference Record of Decisions

1 February 2008
Record of decisions from the 2008 National Black Members' Conference held on 11 - 13 January in Glasgow.
Link to a document on this siteWord document (356352 bytes)
 

Pay matters logo

1 February 2008
Official pay matters campaign logo for use in branch newsletters and publicity.
Link to a Word document on this site Paymatters Logo
 

The recruiting and organising activist

1 February 2008
A brief introduction to Recruiting & Organising Activist materials with a flexible approach to learning for Branch Officers, Stewards, Union Learning Representatives and Health & Safety Representatives.
Link to a PDF document on this siteThe recruiting and organising activist
 

Support Agency Workers Bill

31 January 2008
Send a card to your MP asking them to vote for the Agency Workers Bill on February 22nd.
Link to a PDF document on this siteSupport Agency Workers Bill
 

Agency workers - Letter to MPs

31 January 2008
Write to your MP in support of the Agency and Temporary Workers Private Members Bill. Email via:
www.theyworkforyou.com
Link to a document on this siteModel letter (word doc)
 

Regional Council Nominations 2008/09

30 January 2008

West Midlands Regional Council nomination process and forms for branch delegations 2008/9.


Link to a PDF document on this siteRegional Council Nominations 2008/09
 

Skills for Justice ebulletin

29 January 2008
February ebulletin is now available on www.skillsforjustice.com
 

Police staff - decisions from 2007 conference

29 January 2008
Police staff - decisions from 2007 conference
Link to a PDF document on this sitePolice staff - decisions from 2007 conference
 

Catch up and match up leaflet

29 January 2008
Catch up and match up leaflet. Local government pay matters campaign.
Link to a PDF document on this siteCatch up and match up leaflet
 

LGBT Regional Group Mailing List Form

29 January 2008

Form to join the LGBT group




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TUPE Update January 2008

28 January 2008

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TUPE Update October 2007

28 January 2008

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UNISON Labour Link magazine Winter 2008

28 January 2008
Labour Skills revolution - David Lammy, UNISON branch example in Derby; Dave Prentis says Tories want to break union link; new National Committee; Jane Kennedy on help for low-paid; UNISON MEPs; Livingstone on London elections
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Labour Link magazine Winter 2008
 

Water and environment conference 2008

28 January 2008
This zip file contains forms, information sheets and guidance for the Water/Environment Conference which is being held 16 June 2008.
Link to a ZIP document on this site Download ZIP file
 

UNISON Labour Link News February 2008

28 January 2008
Ken Livingstone's key election pledges; BNP danger; Influencing Labour Health policy; Equal pay campaign at Downing Street; UNISON backs Housing Bill
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Labour Link News February 2008
 

A branch guide

28 January 2008
Campaigning for a decent occupational pension in the community and voluntary sector
Link to a PDF document on this siteA branch guide
 

UNISON in Schools Newsletter Winter 2008

25 January 2008
The newsletter from UNISON for members working in schools.
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Schools Newsletter Winter 2008
 

Unsocial hours briefing - FAQs

25 January 2008
Factsheet containing a number of questions with answers
Link to a PDF document on this siteUnsocial hours briefing - FAQs
 

UNISON Welfare news - Issue 20/Winter 2008

25 January 2008
In this edition Wellbeing breaks, alternative ways of saving and Farepak victims speak out.
Link to a PDF document on this siteUNISON Welfare news - Issue 20/Winter 2008
 

UNISON in Colleges Newsletter Winter 2008

25 January 2008
UNISON in Colleges Winter 2008 is now published and has been sent to branches and colleges.
Link to a PDF document on this siteColleges Newsletter Winter 2008
 

UNISON evidence to the NHS pay review body 2008

24 January 2008
UNISON evidence to the NHS PRB. Plus evidence submitted jointly by the unions.
Link to a PDF document on this siteNHS pay at a crossroads
Link to a PDF document on this siteStaffside evidence
 

Next steps for UNISON branches (NHS review)

24 January 2008
Lord Darzi's report sets the scene for the most fundamental changes to the health service for 20 years. Given the nature and size of the proposed changes it is vital that the voice of all our members is heard loud and clear. Guidance developed for branches in the Greater London region may help colleagues elsewhere in England.
Link to a PDF document on this siteNext steps for UNISON branches (NHS review)
 

School Remodelling Survival Guide (Updated)

24 January 2008
This is the updated version of the 2005 guide which outlines the dos and don't for classroom based support staff in schools.
Link to a PDF document on this siteRemodelling Survival Guide
 

Pay Matters noticeboard bulletin no 1 (health)

24 January 2008
A newsletter for your noticeboard, setting out the issues on NHS pay and launching the Pay Matters campaign
Link to a PDF document on this sitePay Matters noticeboard bulletin no 1 (health)
 
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