Ballot papers are now dropping through members’ letter boxes asking them to vote on the continuation of the union’s political fund. It is vitally important that they vote yes –... read more →
Commenting on research from the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services, which says better funding is needed for social care, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “The previous government was... read more →
UNISON hosted a post-election reception at Parliament last week (Wednesday) to welcome new and returning MPs with links to the union. The event saw a host of MPs attend, including... read more →
UNISON recently partnered with Generation Rent, a housing campaign organisation advocating for people who rent, to understand the realities of public sector workers. Four key areas emerged from the discussions:... read more →
Commenting on the move by water regulator Ofwat to place Thames Water in a new ‘turnaround regime’ today (Thursday), UNISON head of environment Donna Rowe-Merriman said: “Ofwat has been asleep... read more →
After 14 long years of Conservative rule that left our public services in a mess, the UK finally stands at the beginning of a new era. The recent general election... read more →
Commenting on Keir Starmer’s first speech as prime minister, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said today (Friday): “Labour’s historic victory promises real change for public services. Unlike many previous prime... read more →
Commenting on the results of the general election today (Friday), UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “Goodbye and good riddance. The past 14 years of Conservative rule has been nothing... read more →
UNISON is to hold it’s 10 year political fund ballot, this summer, with ballot papers going out to all 1.3 million members from 15 July asking whether or not the... read more →
Government delays on NHS pay have resulted in thousands of the lowest-paid health workers being removed from financial schemes aimed at making their travel to work and childcare bills more... read more →