UNISON is escalating its campaign for the government to open talks on NHS pay in England. The move comes after the government reneged on its promise to sit down with... read more →
Thousands of workers employed by council-owned trading companies are paid less and receive inferior pensions than town hall staff, says UNISON today (Monday). Exclusive research by the union reveals that over three-fifths (62%)... read more →
Commenting on the Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal announced today (Wednesday), UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “This is a moment we all have long hoped for. An end to... read more →
Long-term UNISON activist Sharon Foster (pictured) has won the 2025 Nelson Mandela Award. The award is given to those who exemplify Nelson Mandela’s values of ‘determination, a desire for unity,... read more →
By UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea The start of 2025 brings into focus not only the scale of challenges that lie ahead, but more importantly, the many opportunities awaiting us too.... read more →
Commenting on the launch of the government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan today (Monday), UNISON policy officer Kate Jones said: “Artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to revolutionise the world of work. “But... read more →
The candidate application and nomination period opens today (Monday 13 January) for UNISON’s NEC elections 2025, which take place over the next five months. It will remain open until 5pm... read more →
Commenting on the latest NHS England figures published today (Thursday) showing unprecedented demand on the health service , UNISON head of health Helga Pile said: “NHS staff are stretched to breaking... read more →
Commenting on a report from the Institute of Fiscal Studies released today (Wednesday) that warns of tight budgets for schools in England, UNISON head of education Mike Short said: “Ministers inherited... read more →
Commenting on new figures published by the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives today (Tuesday) highlighting the levels of physical and verbal abuse directed at UK ambulance staff, UNISON deputy head... read more →