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Norway: showing the way

But for our hopes and ambitions to be fulfilled, there needs to be a like-minded government in office, with progressive views about both trade unions and public service provision. For an […]

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

For seven days the artillery and missiles largely fell silent, allowing just a fraction of the […]

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UNISON opposes school demolition in West Bank

The school is built on private land, donated by the local community. This is the second time the school will be demolished. In August 2017, Israeli […]

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UNISON calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Israel

Finally, UNISON calls on the British government and the international community to support a ceasefire leading to renewed talks aimed at achieving […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Trade unionist Gonul Erden released from prison in Turkey

‘I am a nurse and should be helping those affected, not held between four walls’

Article on the UNISON National site.

Dirty energy: solar panels and forced labour

“We are campaigning for public bodies, especially local governments, to be mindful about the solar products that they are procuring,” says Rahima. “Local […]

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The bruising truth about bananas

On top of which, local activists and NGOs report long-term attacks on both human rights and trade unions. But local […]

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Supporting members in a warzone

Different unions provided food, as did a number of local restaurants – sending meals for free. And since they were no longer overseeing training, the […]

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‘We do not feel safe, but we are not afraid’

Two Ukrainian trade union staff members speak to UNISON about their new role – supporting members during wartime

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