In our new series focused on the government’s Employment Rights Bill, UNISON’s legal team considers the many benefits in the proposed legislation for the union’s one million women members
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Menopause is not just a personal issue – it is a workplace issue that impacts productivity, retention, and employee wellbeing
Elisa Vasquez-Walters from UNISON’s Probation Committee responds to the government’s announcement that it intends to reduce the number of women in prison
Home secretary’s decisions found to be unlawful in UNISON legal case
‘No woman in public life should have to accept this kind of abuse and intimidation’
ACAS and EHRC guidance provides employers with a range of best practices during the holy month, for example, by allowing Muslim workers to start their work day earlier
‘We know that, together, we can make the UK a place where Black people are never left underrepresented, undervalued or underpaid’
This year’s Black History Month, in October, is themed ‘Saluting our Sisters’. UNISON is using the month to celebrate exceptional women working in health
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The new standard recognises that menopausal symptoms ‘can coincide with significant mid-life challenges and responsibilities’
Childcare costs on top of rising household bills are putting working parents, but particularly women, in a very difficult position
This year, UNISON will be giving Doreen and Neville Lawrence honorary life membership as a mark of respect for their enormous contributions to fight racism across UK society
‘It’s important that UNISON’s Muslim members feel supported in the workplace and employers ensure and understand their needs at this spiritual and cherished time’
‘Women’s work is often undervalued and underpaid, but UNISON knows the true value’
Women have always been central to trade unions and the fight for a more equal society. To celebrate Women’s History Month we’ve put together a timeline of some of the key dates for women and the trade union movement.
COVID-19 has had a disproportionate impact on Black workers and communities and it is vital to focus on challenging racism in the workplace