Search Results for “Pay and conditions” tagged Energy

Inadequate energy support does nothing to ease misery, says UNISON

"The Chancellor has been less than generous. Governments elsewhere have been quicker to act and more supportive of struggling households. "This is a gamble that almost certainly won't pay […]

News, Press release on the UNISON National site.

Centrica urged to talk about pension proposals

“Staff are being asked to work longer, pay more, get less. It doesn’t give staff much hope for the future.” He pointed out that with […]

News on the UNISON National site.

All in a day’s work for… the jetty engineer

Peter is responsible for that process, with the safety of colleagues and a state-of-the-art facility worth millions in his hands. We look after the LNG for the UK’s […]

Magazine on the UNISON National site.

UNISON commits to finding a solution for National Grid pensions

"We are asking for an improved defined contributions pension offer and we are clear that without this, no agreement can be reached," he added. "This represents the best - […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

The standard variable tariff has had its day

It should lead to cheaper bills for households and much more certainty for its workforce, at a time of much upheaval in the energy market. “It […]

News, Press release on the UNISON National site.

Government must give bold hydrogen scheme the go-ahead, says UNISON

The union, which represents thousands of workers employed in the energy sector, was responding to the H21 North of England report. This […]

Press release on the UNISON National site.

‘Our members support our communities every day of the year’

Of course many of you will be working over the Christmas break or the new year holiday – and possibly both. Because public service is the core of our ethos: it's what our members do – […]

General Secretary's blog, News on the UNISON National site.

Failure to widen financial help for a greener future will mean climate goals are missed, says UNISON

Unless substantial progress is made on making sure sustainable homes and vehicles are within reach of those on lower and middle incomes, the UK won’t meet its 2050 […]

News, Press release on the UNISON National site.

We can manage workplace stress, says campaign

With the government spending cuts putting both workers and communities at risk, European Health and Safety Week this autumn will provide a vital opportunity to promote good health and safety practice

Article on the UNISON National site.

Mayor of Liverpool opens UNISON’s energy conference

He spoke to delegates about the region’s efforts toward decarbonisation and greening of its economy. He said: “Since I was elected as metro mayor we have been working […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Members back National Grid offer

The key points include: a 3.3% pay increase backdated to July 2013 and followed by a further four years of pay increasing by the RPI […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

How you can help local government members

Council and school workers on NJC pay terms in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will strike on 10 July – and you can support them

Article on the UNISON National site.

Rise in fuel poverty linked to higher prices, says union

Without action we are sleepwalking into very cold and dark future. “The high cost of fuel has made ‘heat or eat’ a dilemma for many families and […]

Article, Press release on the UNISON National site.

Recruitment: Making May matter

Recruitment is the name of the game in every region over the next four weeks – what is your branch doing

Article on the UNISON National site.

SSE planned sale shows precarious nature of UK energy market, says UNISON

They are employed in both the public and private sectors. Media contacts: Liz Chinchen M: 07778 158175 […]

News, Press release on the UNISON National site.