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Proposals that seek to limit the right to peaceful protest must be rejected, says UNISON

Union is ‘extremely concerned’ at reports that MPs, councillors and Labour-affiliated unions should cut ties with the Palestine Solidarity Campaign

Article on the UNISON National site.

Understanding antisemitism and Islamophobia

In light of the current conflict in Gaza, and what is happening domestically, UNISON and Hope not hate have produced a new guide

Article on the UNISON National site.

UNISON women pass emergency motion on Gaza

This is completely unacceptable.” Rakiya Suleiman, supporting the motion on behalf of UNISON Scotland, said: “This is what makes me part of this union. We are a platform of equality. We must […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

UNISON statement on the situation in the Red Sea

UNISON stands in solidarity with the International Transport Workers Federation and its affiliates, including Nautilus International, whose members […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

UNISON condemns the resumption of violence in Gaza and calls for an immediate ceasefire

 We condemn the use of sexual violence in war on any side. UNISON calls for a renewed impetus from world leaders, including the UK […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Donate to aid efforts in Gaza and Israel

‘We are encouraging all our branches to support the critical work of Medical Aid for Palestinians and the Red Cross,’ says general secretary

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

UNISON calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Israel

UNISON encourages our members and branches to take action calling for a ceasefire, including joining peaceful protests and contacting their members of parliament […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

UNISON statement on Gaza hospital bombing

We send our condolences to all those who mourn the loss of loved ones.  UNISON reiterates its call for both Israel and Hamas to respect international law and for the […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

UNISON condemns violence in Israel and Gaza and calls for international law to be upheld

We urge Hamas and the Israeli government to respect international law and call on the international community to ensure human rights are protected. The need for […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Showing solidarity with Hong Kong’s independent trade unions

The union continues to stand in solidarity with the remaining independent, democratic trade union movement […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Fighting to protect workers’ rights

UNISON is ‘deeply concerned’ about the impact of the Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill as it gets its second reading in parliament today

Article on the UNISON National site.

Ukraine: Solidarity one year on

Union members and branches are invited to donate in solidarity with the Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine.

News on the UNISON National site.

Ukraine: one year on

On the first anniversary of the war in Ukraine, with no sign of peace, the trade union movement prepares to launch a new appeal for trade unionists displaced by the war

Article on the UNISON National site.

Rebranded Türkiye – still branding trade unionists as terrorists

Turkey may now be Türkiye, but the state’s attacks on trade unions continue. Janey Starling talked to the president of the Confederation of Public Employees Trade Unions

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Colombian trade unionist addresses young members

Guest speaker Daniella Vega Sotelo, a member of the peasant farmer’s union FENSUAGRO, spoke of being a trade unionist in Colombia

Article, News on the UNISON National site.