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Taking care of the people who keep public services running this winter

First day of debate sees elegates discuss health and safety for women, plus the plight of the Waspi generation

Debates suggest a range of approaches to tackling the problem, including education for employers and promoting a scheme to help women if they’re feeling unsafe

And one of the most common reasons regulatory bodies have to take enforcement action against employers […]

‘No worker should be hiding their mental health status because of stigma or from fear the employer would not support them’

UNISON health and safety seminar hears 66% of lone workers have faced violence and aggression

Another busy month saw UNISON celebrating victories – and launching new campaigns

Local government delegates hear horror stories as they debate motions on stress, hot-desking and disability leave

UNISON backs Labour plans to legislate on excessive heat in the workplace

Porters, care workers, security staff and parking wardens are at greater risk of physical and verbal attack, injury or illness, because they work alone for long periods, says UNISON today (Tuesday) as it launches the first union gig economy safety guide. The union warns that staff cuts, the growth of zero-hours contracts and an increase in the […]

UNISON head of health and safety Robert Baughan is calling on the union’s branches and activists to remind employers and members of the importance of safe working. To […]

Advice published to reassure staff and public but alert them on need for vigilance

Joint unions warned that previous advice from Scotland’s chief nursing officer increased risks for home and social carers

UNISON says ‘desperate measures’ in leaked plans could lead to preventable deaths

New resources available for health and safety reps and care workers at our dedicated learning.unison.org.uk site