General election candidates from all parties are being asked to support the creation of a new national care service in England. UNISON says too many people across the country cannot... read more →
Commenting on the government’s plan to tackle polluting water companies announced today (Tuesday), UNISON head of environment Donna Rowe-Merriman said: “It’s encouraging to see the government recognise the challenges Environment... read more →
Women’s health at work was a key focus of UNISON’s national women’s conference, held in Brighton last week. Delegates passed motions with a specific focus on reproductive health, including one... read more →
This month, UNISON has been celebrating LGBT+ History Month. It was founded in 2004, as an opportunity for everyone to raise awareness of the history, lives and experiences of lesbian,... read more →
On the second day of UNISON’s women’s conference, delegates passed an emergency motion on solidarity with women in Gaza. The motion calls on the union to condemn the recent statement... read more →
General secretary Christina McAnea was met with a standing ovation after she delivered the keynote speech on the second day of UNISON’s 2024 women’s conference in Brighton. Smiling as she... read more →
Yoga, Pilates and aerobics instructors employed by Colchester City Council are to take strike action later this month after nearly a decade without a pay rise, UNISON announced today. The fitness... read more →
Britain’s energy regulator Ofgem must act to lower customer bills and secure a just transition for energy workers, following record rises in energy company profits, UNISON said today. The union... read more →
The first day of UNISON’s women’s conference, chaired by Sharon Foster, passed several motions relating to LGBT+ rights, flexible working and female representation in the union. The day began with... read more →
The government must increase statutory maternity pay to £364.70 a week so new mothers are not forced back to work too early, say UNISON and Maternity Action today (Friday). Both organisations are concerned some women are... read more →