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On International Workers’ Memorial Day, let us all take a minute to remember how precious life is and the cost that many workers pay every year, around the globe

Lessons must be learned and those responsible for failings held to account

“It was incredibly moving to see the entire nation fall silent and pay its respects”

“While most of us were safe at home, these workers were putting themselves in harm’s way, saving lives and looking after patients and the elderly in […]

The 11am silence – held on International Workers’ Memorial Day – will allow people to unite in paying respect for the lives of those whose work […]

In his letter, Mr Prentis highlights how the deaths of ‘selfless’ health and social care workers on the frontline are a national ‘tragedy’. He says: “Health and social care workers on the […]

UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said it would be “the ultimate tribute to remember workers who’ve lost their lives and put themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe and vital services […]

The minute’s silence – held on International Workers’ Memorial Day – will allow everyone to pay their respects and give thanks for the lives of […]

Another busy month saw UNISON celebrating victories – and launching new campaigns

UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis blogged that, “In 2016 we should be able to design workplaces […]

To cover these costs, the agents then get the workers to pay high fees. Workers hardly ever receive contracts, just a one-sided sheet of paper with information in […]

Up to 50,000 people still die each year in the UK as a result of work-related ill health and incidents. Fortunately few of those are UNISON members, yet too many are still suffering from poor workplace conditions that cause work-related ill health, including: stress, back pain or RSI, hazardous substances, bullying or harassment, and workplace violence

“Health and safety is important not just for workers, but for everyone in society”

H&S can fall down the agenda, but International Workers’ Memorial Day is the the perfect chance to reinvigorate your work – and possibly your branch with it