This demonstrates that the current model of ownership and operation is not fit for purpose, and UNISON’s longstanding position in calling for a renationalised water sector, which is publicly owned and […]
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In the 21st century, the issue of water pollution is a national disgrace. The government and regulator have failed to stop water companies to pollute our rivers […]
The union says that instead, there should be a focus on legislation to make companies – not the public – pay to restore the waterways to good health and protect jobs in the […]
Failing and polluting water companies are jeopardising water quality, killing wildlife and causing untold damage to the environment.
UNISON argues the plans are short sighted and will have wide ranging consequences, and vows it will fight to protect jobs
UNISON says the action will have serious implications for water and sewage services
The water industry has faced widespread criticism in recent years over the high volume of raw sewage discharges and the environmental impact on the rivers and seas – after paying huge dividends to […]
The government should restore the water companies to public ownership for the good of everyone.” Notes to editors: – UNISON is the UK’s […]
Environment Agency staff take industrial action after seeing a 20% drop in pay over the last decade
UNISON pay negotiations at South East Water have yielded an above inflation pay rise. Staff will get a 3% pay rise which will keep wages in line with the forecasted cost of living. Caroline Fife Regional Organiser said ” UNISON put a lot of work into the pay claim focusing on the high cost of […]
- Date
- 18 June 2017 11:00am–8:00pm
- Location
- The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2GR
Venue and accommodationVenue The Brighton Centre The national delegate conference is UNISON’s annual ‘parliament’, bringing together delegates from across the union to decide the […]
WET conference vows to keep up the pressure to ensure “the living wage for all in the water industry”
Today we’re launching a new campaign – “Making Waves for the Living Wage” calling on all UK the water industry to sign up as accredited Living Wage employers with the Living Wage Foundation.
UNISON calls on government to maintain Aagency funding in wake of floods
As wind and rain batters the north of England I want to pay tribute to our members