On Saturday 10 February 2024, UNISON South East held its Regional Council Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2024, the most important date in the calendar for our regional democracy. Nearly 100 dedicated delegates gathered at UNISON Centre to debate policy and elect representatives, exemplifying our commitment to members shaping the future of the union. We […]
Trade unionism is all about getting organised, and organising around equality is a vital way for underrepresented groups to increase their voice both at work and within the union. On Friday 13 October 2023, our Equality Conference was an opportunity for activists and members from across the region to come together and equip themselves with […]
In September 2023, activists from three UNISON regions gathered in London to learn, share and develop our joint international campaigning work.
Labour MP Chris Bryant considers the flaws of what has become a ‘Pinocchio Parliament’ and some possible solutions
The BIG Weekend 2023 celebrated UNISON’s 30th birthday, as well as delivering some excellent training and strategising for the future!
Moving the motion for the NEC, Liz Wheatley spoke of the use of work notices, which would allow employers to name […]
As part of our activities for UNISON 2023 Year of Black Workers, we have created this new bespoke programme of training for Black members.
In an historic result, Rosita Ellis, Sharon Gedling and Sandra Charles were elected as the Regional Convenor Team for UNISON South East
From ensuring you can vote, to campaigning against the far right, here are some key tips for the upcoming local elections. May the 4th be with you
UNISON calls for photo ID to be abandoned, but urges members to register, for now, to ensure their vote in May elections
In the UK, that might be as a councillor, an MP, MSP, even as a minister. Despite the shabby efforts of those in the current Tory government, the ideal remains. And yet, for Polly Jones, this […]
Over 150 people attended our first ever BIG Weekend on 20-22 May at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. Here’s the lowdown on a great event.
Since the AGM in 2020, work has been underway to identify barriers to participation with our regional democracy and identify new initiatives to grow activism in our region
I promise that your union will continue to be there for you, next year and beyond, so that we can build an even stronger UNISON. We will deliver a […]
We hear from one of our Young Member activists on why they felt they had to stand up for young workers
