Recruiting is important: the more of us there are, the louder our voice and the stronger we are in defence of each other. We know there are many potential UNISON members working in providing public services: but how do we get them to join? Our quick guides, FAQs and resources will help
A reminder that the new branch procurement service has been launched and is available on the Branch Service Portal here. Branches can access central arrangements for goods and services to save time sourcing and vetting suppliers, as well as access procurement guidance and toolkits that has been tailored for UNISON branches. A Branch Procurement Toolkit […]
Handbook for new branch comms officers In February, the UNISON Cymru Wales Communications Forum, launched its first ever bilingual handbook for new comms officers and want-to-be comms officers. It’s full of helpful tips and good practice that will empower colleagues in their branch work and comes highly recommended. The Forum is a body of lay […]
We’re working hard to protect our members’ personal data and ensure that even complex requests are handled within statutory […]
Many members would like to improve their skills and confidence in some area of English, maths and ICT. We have developed a range of free courses to meet these needs
Our brand new online guide is full of helpful advice and top tips for members on how to thrive in your first registered nursing role
Many branch activists are experienced in running campaigns on both local and national issues, but it’s always useful to review our approach, so here are a few basic tips
As with everything else in life, first impressions matter: they can have a huge effect when approaching potential new members
Negotiating and bargaining for better working conditions and pay can take place between an employer and union members when informal agreements fail. Negotiating and bargaining is one way that UNISON works to improve working conditions for members
If you are someone who wants to get back into education but have been put off in the past because it all seemed too difficult then Women’s Lives is ideal
New branch procurement service The branch procurement service is now live for branches to use! You can access the service on the branch service portal here. This service has been developed to support you, so you can dedicate your time to supporting our members. Approved supplier arrangements Please visit the ‘Approved supplier and advice by […]
Health and safety legislation states that people who manage or own a business are responsible for protecting the health, safety and welfare of their workers . Access to occupational health services can help employers to do this. Such services can have play a major part in preventing ill health through work and in making sure employees are able to return to work as early as possible after being ill
Working conditions covers areas such as space, temperature, lighting, ventilation, humidity and welfare facilities, including access to drinking water. The best way to improve your working conditions is to be aware of the law and the minimum standards that your employer should meet. Your UNISON rep can help to improve working conditions at your workplace
UNISON is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our website visitors; this policy sets out how we will treat your personal information
The Conservative government introduced ‘up-front’ charges for those patients they say are not eligible for free healthcare from the NHS – including community healthcare services
