Union wins recognition at RNIB

Work for the RNIB? Why not give yourself an early Christmas present and join UNSION?

The union has now signed a recognition agreement with the Royal National Institute of Blind People which means that UNSION and Unite will jointly negotiate with the charity over organisational changes to pay and terms and conditions and be consulted on collective redundancies, TUPE and pension matters. 

The agreement also means the unions are recognised for consultation and representation on health and safety.

It “will enable all workers employed by RNIB to play an active role in maintaining a good working environment and protection for their terms and conditions of employment through their trade union, UNISON,” says UNISON regional organiser Sarah O’Donoghue.

“This is a significant step for UNISON members working in RNIB.

“RNIB staff can be confident that their employer cares about their working lives and conditions by signing this agreement.

“It also means we can fully support our members with any issues at work and enables members to raise any problems through a collective voice.”

UNISON represents and supports more than 60,000 workers in the community and voluntary sector.

If you work for RNIB – or any other community and voluntary organisation – and would like to find out more about the benefits of joining UNISON, check out our online joining page.

 

UNISON in the community and voluntary sector