Everyone knows why councils are on the brink of bankruptcy – a massive 41% cut in government funding over a decade, while demand for services has grown. But there is an alternative for a sustainable future for the local services we all rely on
Four more local authorities will be affected in second wave of action over pay
This week sees Champions Day, when UNISON recognises the local government workforce
Marcia Lewis had worked for Caerphilly Council for more than 20 years, when she suddenly faced the prospect of being fired and rehired. With UNISON’s support, she challenged her employer and won – making a difference for thousands of her colleagues
Join us this evening for an online rally, as we build for action on pay in Scottish schools
We meet the winners of this year’s Local Service Champions Awards
UNISON research reveals the levels of underfunding in local government
UNISON sets the record straight after hundreds of workers’ holiday pay was miscalculated by Bolton council
I know it’s a difficult decision to vote to take action and be prepared to lose a day’s pay, but we’ve won through strike action before, and I have every confidence we can do it again
They don’t do it for the prestige, they do it for the difference they can make to people’s lives, every day – its time to recognise their superhuman efforts
Care workers, crossing wardens, librarians and refuse workers – they’re among the unsung heroes today (Thursday) being recognised for their role in our communities.
Over 300 staff in a variety of services like trading standards, environmental health and other regulatory services, will now be transferred back in-house
To celebrate the first UNISON Champions day, the film and TV star interviewed this year’s Local Service Champions winner and rehabilitation worker, Paddy Toner
Members across NJC unions vote to accept pay offer – the highest in a decade
UNISON lawyers, organisers and activists give advice on how to fight the aggressive employment practice that’s on the rise
