Health workers flag the benefits an inflation-busting pay rise would bring to the NHS

The government must wake up to the fact that nothing less than an above-inflation rise will do, says UNISON.

Introducing Rosita Ellis – our new regional convenor

On 12 February 2022, Rosita Ellis became the first Black woman to be elected to the most senior elected position in UNISON South East.

Biffa workers fight back to win pay improved award!

Refuse staff in Ashford vote overwhelmingly to accept new pay offer after a sustained campaign by UNISON

UNISON wins Agenda For Change pay for ISS workers (again!)

Despite being entitled to the same pay rise as their NHS colleagues, their employer tried to get away with paying these staff less. But that wasn’t the end of the story.

Working for a world without racism

Guest blog from University of Brighton’s Bill Acharjee

Low pay issues prompt further strikes at Brighton University

Further strike days planned by UNISON for 1 and 4 April

Winning our Probation Service members the wages they’re owed

UNISON South East is launching legal claims to ensure members get the backpay they’re owed

UNISON wins another substantial increase in pay for Adur and Worthing waste workers

The agreement is part of an ongoing review of Environmental Services being negotiated with UNISON.

Celebrating Black Women this International Women’s Day 2022 #BreaktheBias

Guest blog from Regional Convenor and Black Members Committee Chair Rosita Ellis for International Women’s Day 2022

‘Not Good Enough!’ say University of Brighton UNISON

UNISON members at University of Brighton weren’t going to let the weather stop them from making their voices heard over pay. After balloting for industrial action in January, the branch joined UCU members on picket lines for 2 days of action on 1 and 2 March.

How we can support the people of Ukraine

Our Regional Secretary writes about the shocking events in Ukraine and how members and branches can offer support and solidarity to the people facing up to war and violence

Russian tankers heading for Kent must be stopped, says UNISON

Staff at Grain LNG against unloading cargoes from the Boris Vilkitsky and Fedor Litke but fear for jobs

Worth More, Need More – Pay More!

UNISON members at Medway Council lobby councillors over pay in the midst of a cost of living crisis

Pay issues prompt University of Brighton strike action

Staff at at the university have voted to strike after a pay offer of just 1.5%

UNISON wins pay increase for Adur and Worthing refuse workers

Following detailed talks, UNISON has secured an agreement that will see wage increases for most staff providing waste services at the council