UNISON, the UK’s largest union, has called for urgent talks with Southern Cross management over the crisis at the UK’s largest care home provider.
Dave Prentis, UNISON’s General Secretary, said:
“Worried Southern Cross staff have been contacting UNISON asking if they will be paid, or lose their jobs, and are concerned about the future of residents in their care.
“The Southern Cross collapse is a major upheaval and tragedy for people living and working in these homes.
“We are seeking urgent talks with Southern Cross management and will take all the legal steps possible to safeguard workers and residents.
“This should come as a timely warning to David Cameron about the dangers of his plans to bring in more private companies to run public services.
“The Government must act to safeguard care arrangements.”