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Thank you Christmas film

Members of the public wish public service workers a Merry Christmas and thank you for working over the festive period.

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Local service champions awards 2026 – nominations now open

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The Employment Rights Bill – 11 ways UNISON has made it even better

‘I’m so proud of the role the union has played in drafting and delivering legislation that will be a gamechanger for our members’

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Unions lobby Lammy to speed up probation pay rise

Deputy prime minister should ‘use his influence to end this delay’, says UNISON

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Disability and us

To mark Disability History Month, two of UNISON’s most senior disabled activists share their thoughts on what needs to change for disabled people

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UNISON members speak out: the climate crisis is already changing our work

A green survey of members reveals some interesting findings, ahead of the 2026 UNISON Year of Green Activity.

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NHS staff need greater protection amid growing racist rhetoric, says UNISON

Reserved (low pay) seat threshold for 2026

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