Labour MP and UNISON member addresses the union’s national women’s conference
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Women’s conference asks national committee to survey members to examine the impact of menstruation on working life

UNISON’s women’s conference opens with clear calls to champion trans rights, healthcare and childcare
The union is calling for the government to take over sponsorship of migrant care staff from employers.

Mitchell Coe, UNISON’s national LGBT+ officer, has some suggestions for how branches can mark this month
Sorely needed extra funding must be used for vital roles
A rise of £3,000 is needed at all pay points
Job losses are a significant blow
Investment for the future is key
Announcing job cuts as the applications process for 2025 closes is not a good look
Ministers need to deliver decent pay rises for NHS staff to end the cycle of interim top-ups