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OCS workers do the same jobs as many NHS colleagues but they miss out on sick pay when they’re ill, are paid less when they work unsocial hours

UNISON says this non-stop work culture has been triggered by intolerable pressures on the NHS ​caused in part by staff […]

The letter from the union says action is needed desperately “to stop more dedicated, hardworking but exhausted staff leaving the health service this year”. It […]

“Ministers were repeatedly warned the jab rules would cause staffing chaos for the NHS and the care sector but chose not to listen. Unfortunately, much of the damage has already been done […]

Many are actively seeking alternative employment and others are seriously considering a job move

There are real fears that staff and services will be unable to cope as demand inevitably increases […]

In the heat of the general election fight, let’s take a moment to recognise all of the other brilliant battles (and awards) that UNISON has won this month

UNISON ‘proud’ to sponsor inaugural health BAME award as it launches Race for Equality campaign

It opened with a living wage win in Cheshire, after the union successfully negotiated a deal with Edsential for school […]

“The new rules should be enough to stop most trusts from arbitrarily setting up new companies that cause more harm for staff and patients […]

UNISON members Michelle and Rachel are hoping a new law will help the thousands of people in desperate need of an organ transplant

UNISON members Michelle and Rachel are hoping a new law will help the thousands of people in desperate need of an organ transplant

“Changes to regional structures should provide the opportunity for the various parts of the NHS to get back […]

UNISON will support branches with new guidance ‘to make it stick’ in the workplace

The cleaners, who all work for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust fell ill because of using a […]