Andrea Egan has begun her five-year tenure as UNISON’s general secretary, after securing a decisive victory in the union’s leadership election. Andrea received nearly 60% of all votes cast by members. She began her public sector career as a residential care worker, supporting vulnerable children, before qualifying as a social worker fifteen years ago. Andrea […]
The climate emergency is happening now. And it’s directly impacting UNISON members, their workplaces and the crucial services they provide. The UK Committee on Climate Change has said the next decade is critical in preventing climate breakdown. As a union, we have a vital role to play in campaigning for greener politics, working with employers […]
Unison Welfare Charity “There for You” are offering members on a low income the chance to apply for a voucher for £200.00 towards food. Our members shouldn’t have to choose between heating or eating, sadly this is the case for many people and we know times are tough. There for You (Unison Welfare) are offering […]
UNISON needs to hear from disabled members about how proposed changes to PIPs (Personal Independence Payments) will affect them. UNISON is challenging these changes, but we need your help to show the government why these changes are so detrimental. Three ways you can help: UNISON will continue to make the case that the government should […]
On the 13 June 2023, our Branch Secretary Karen Rickards, Black Members Officer Lockman Uddin and our Welfare Officer Alicia Wormald made their way to Liverpool for the week to attend the UNISON National Delegates Conference. The National Delegates Conference is UNISON’s annual parliament, it brings together delegates from across the union to decide the […]
This year will be a year long focus on the important issues that affect Black members and their everyday lives, more information can be found on the main UNISON website, download the UNISON black workers leaflet. One of our new stewards, Mary along with our Black Members Officer, Luqman attended the National Black Members Conference […]
