By UNISON’s assistant national officer for community, Haifa Rashed I often get asked, what is the community service group? It seems a simple question, but even as an officer in the... read more →
Commenting on the annual NHS staff survey published today (Thursday), UNISON acting deputy head of health Alan Lofthouse said: “Harassment or ill-treatment of any kind is simply wrong. NHS staff must... read more →
by Anna Birley from UNISON’s policy unit While goings on in Westminster can feel a long way from normal day-to-day life, the decisions made at the budget by the chancellor... read more →
By UNISON acting head of health and chair of the NHS Staff Council, Helga Pile The right to request flexible working from day one of employment. Every request considered fairly –... read more →
Commenting on the spring budget today (Wednesday), UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “This is the stuff of fantasy. The public won’t be fooled. Taxes overall remain at a record high and the promised... read more →
Responding to an announcement to staff today (Tuesday) that a further 250 jobs are at risk at energy firm OVO, UNISON head of business Donna Rowe-Merriman said: “This is another cruel blow... read more →
By UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea Working people are bearing a triple burden. The cost of living crisis is still here, taxes are weighing heavy on workers, and in return,... read more →
By UNISON’s head of local government Mike Short Local government is in the news. But not for the right reasons. The Daily Mail asks “Is your council about to go... read more →
Commenting on new figures from the Home Office that show an increase in the number of health and care visas issued, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “The government has let social... read more →
Commenting on the publication of the government’s evidence to the NHS pay review body, UNISON acting head of health Helga Pile said: “NHS workers should be getting this year’s wage rise in... read more →