More and more campaigning activity is taking place online, and it’s really important to us that our campaigns feature as many UNISON members as possible. The ongoing restrictions due to the pandemic mean that we can’t visit workplaces, so we need your help with creating great digital content for campaigns, like NHS pay or the […]
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 […]
It’s not even halfway through 2023, but it’s shaping up to be a busy year for UNISON’s Data Protection Team – we’ve already had over 120 data breach reports compared to less than 80 this time last year, and a similar increase in Subject Access Requests (SARs). We’re working hard to protect our members’ personal […]
We also promote functional maths and English which are short courses leading to qualifications at level 2 which is equivalent to GCSE […]
You will also undoubtedly face challenges in your nursing role. UNISON knows that health and care services are under more pressure than ever before and that providing […]
Objectives Objectives are the focus for any campaign. Everything else is built around these objectives and they make it possible to review how […]
As with everything else in life, first impressions matter: they can have a huge effect when approaching potential new members
Collective bargaining is the process of negotiation between employers and union reps. The outcome should be an agreement that improves conditions for workers. Negotiation […]
It is particularly suitable for women who have been out of education for a long time and have had few educational opportunities in […]
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 […]
Most of these illnesses are easily avoidable. Occupational health is often known as OHS. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has identified two elements to occupational health for employers to concentrate on […]
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
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