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

The region’s Young Members are coming together after the toughest 18 months of their lives

Voting in the election opens to all eligible UNISON members on 28 October

This had a straightforward message message: local government workers are true local champions. Working as a team, both on the frontline and ‘behind the […]

Citing the government’s offensive against trade unions via the Trade Union Bill, she lauded the union, and general […]

It’s all part of a troubling anti-democratic streak that runs through this government’s behaviour, tweaking, stretching and breaking the rules to give their party an undue advantage […]

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 is committed to achieving equality for all by fighting disability discrimination and campaigning to remove barriers to employment in the workplace. Through self organisation disabled members help the Union to identify and challenge discrimination. This helps build equality throughout the work of the Union. It can also be a valuable way for members to […]

NHS needs put before annual gathering UNISON has cancelled its annual health conference that was due to take place in Brighton from 6-8 April. The decision has been taken in light of the escalation of the response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The safety of participants and their families was also at the forefront of the […]

Information for honorary branch auditors from UNISON head of audit John Nagle

Responsible for detailed work on the right strategy to reach UNISON’s goals are three strategic committees. Campaigns, communications and political development Campaign effectively to secure high quality public services Ensure clear lines of communication between members and their union representatives, and vice versa Get the region’s voice heard in policy debates at a local and national […]

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

“We need to consider that tax evasion is a crime,” she said, to applause, adding that the UK government’s attack on the NHS is part of the global attack on public service provision that is part and […]

Branches and Self Organised Groups in the region may make nominations to the following positions, which will be elected at the Regional Council AGM in February each year. All nominations are general – unless otherwise stated. General seats can be occupied by a full UNISON member from the South East region of any gender. Low […]

These guidance notes are designed to help branches and organisers navigate the regional and national processes for the payment of branch honoraria. Regional Honoraria Contacts: Elizabeth Britton / e.britton@unison.co.uk 2024 Honoraria Panel: The Regional Honoraria Panel is a lay member committee which adjudicates on honoraria proposals made by branches which require a decision from the […]