UNISON activists need ensure they they’ve completed special training on data protection so as to ensure the union remains within the law.
At national delegate conference in June, the following rule was passed: “G5.3(6) The stewards shall complete the union’s mandatory data protection training within three months of being elected; and any subsequent annual refresher training”.
To date, only approximately 45% of UNISON activists have completed this training. If you have not completed this training within the past 12 months, you are required to do so as soon as possible.
As activists are very busy, it has been ensured that the training is as quick and simple to undertake as possible.
The training takes approximately 20 minutes and can be accessed by clicking on the following link – UNISON e-learning.
While many activists will have received data protection training from their employer, as a trade union, UNISON processes large amounts of special category data that by law requires extra protection and any training provided by an employer will not satisfy this requirement.
Completing this training will ensure that you understand how data protection legislation applies to everyday tasks, and the important role you play in helping UNISON meet its legal obligations.
To log on, you will need your MyUNISON details. If you cannot remember your log-in details or require your password re-setting, you will need to contact UNISONdirect on 08000 857857.
If you have any questions relating to data protection matters or have problems accessing the training, please contact the data protection team on dataprotection@unison.co.uk.
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