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Regional Council AGM 2024 marks the start of an exciting year for the region

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 […]

Article on the UNISON South East site.

Equality Conference 2023 shows we’re stronger when we’re organised

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 […]

Article on the UNISON South East site.

International seminar 2023 sends message of solidarity to Colombia

In September 2023, activists from three UNISON regions gathered in London to learn, share and develop our joint international campaigning work.

Article on the UNISON South East site.

Book review – Code of Conduct: Why we need to fix Parliament – and how to do it

Labour MP Chris Bryant considers the flaws of what has become a ‘Pinocchio Parliament’ and some possible solutions

Behind the headlines, Magazine on the Magazine site.

BIG Weekend 2023: bigger and better than ever before

The BIG Weekend 2023 celebrated UNISON’s 30th birthday, as well as delivering some excellent training and strategising for the future!

Article on the UNISON South East site.

‘We will defend our right to strike – and our right to vote’

UNISON delegates stand up for their rights as activists and voters

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Proudly presenting our new Black members training passport

As part of our activities for UNISON 2023 Year of Black Workers, we have created this new bespoke programme of training for Black members.

Article on the UNISON South East site.

All women convenors group elected by Regional Council

In an historic result, Rosita Ellis, Sharon Gedling and Sandra Charles were elected as the Regional Convenor Team for UNISON South East

Article on the UNISON South East site.

How to participate in local elections

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

How to, Magazine on the Magazine site.

Voter ID is the government’s ‘latest threat to our democracy’

UNISON calls for photo ID to be abandoned, but urges members to register, for now, to ensure their vote in May elections

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Fighting for the right to be politically active

UNISON member Polly Jones was sacked from her job for simply expressing an interest in standing as an an MP. The legal battle that followed has far-reaching implications

bigger picture, Magazine, UNISON people on the Magazine site.

The BIG weekend is a HUGE success

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.

Article on the UNISON South East site.

Growing participation in UNISON South East

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

Article on the UNISON South East site.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas – you deserve it

We know your vital work and sacrifice are the reasons why our country is still going

General Secretary, General Secretary's blog, News on the UNISON National site.

Getting involved in the union has provided me with a voice

We hear from one of our Young Member activists on why they felt they had to stand up for young workers

Article on the UNISON South East site.