Campus operations staff at Queen Margaret University chalk up win in campaign against outsourcing threat
Scotland

Dispute over outsourcing risk at Queen Margaret University sees 100% vote for action in 75% turn-out

With more than one million women members representing 80% of the union, conference hears how UNISON is at the forefront of the campaign to eradicate the gender pay gap

Consultative ballot sees 79% vote against 3% offer and 67% vote in in favour of moving to industrial action

‘The dedication to the cause of UNISON members has been incredible, and it’s been matched by the incredible strength shown by those taking action’.

Around 8,000 school staff, nursery workers, care workers, caterers and cleaners – the majority of them UNISON members – will walk out on 23 and 24 October in the largest equal pay strike since the Equal Pay Act was passed
Talks between unions and the council due to continue this week
UNISON is today (Friday) launching a new face-to-face advice service for employees working in care homes, GP practices or out in the community. The mobile advice unit – a custom-made vehicle with an office and internet access – will cover workplaces in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The mobile unit is expected to help thousands of workers […]