If the government is to realise its ambitious agenda, it must work with the people who will be tasked with rebuilding the country
local government
The chancellor faces a tough task, but Rachel Reeves must show that Labour is serious about growth
The local government employers should come forward with an improved pay offer.
One story is an anecdote – the stories of millions of workers become statistics
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UNISON’s national secretaries reflect on the disastrous effect of Conservative government on their sectors
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Local government delegates celebrate The Year of LGBT+ Workers and vow to ‘double commitment’ to fighting for LGBT+ rights
Local government conference in Brighton hears that more must be done to develop young activists in UNISON
Christina McAnea tells UNISON’s local government conference that a Labour government ‘absolutely must’ deal with the council cash crisis
The mass closure of council-run centres, and the loss of specialist staff, have left many vulnerable families unable to access vital early-years support.
The government has systematically and deliberately underfunded councils for 14 years.
Six weeks notice. Deliver a parliamentary election. No ifs, buts or maybes. Jacqui Andrews from Dorset Council explains the teams and the work underpinning our democracy
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Local authorities need sustained funding if services and jobs are to be saved
Everyone knows why councils are on the brink of bankruptcy – a massive 41% cut in government funding over a decade, while demand for services has grown. But there is an alternative for a sustainable future for the local services we all rely on
Four more local authorities will be affected in second wave of action over pay
This week sees Champions Day, when UNISON recognises the local government workforce