UNISON believes TTIP is a profound threat to public services which will not only lead to further liberalisation but […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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
Get help with running your branch AGM online. In 2021, most UNISON branches will be running their AGM online for the first time ever. This briefing will help branch chairs understand how to navigate chairing online meetings, and give tips and tools to AGM organisers to make everything run smoothly. If you’re a branch chair, […]
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
