Our reps keep UNISON going. Whether they’re recruiting people to the union, ensuring that colleagues get the training they’re entitled to, making the case for healthy, safe workplaces, or accompanying members to grievance or disciplinary hearings, the work they do every day helps to make UNISON the strong, effective, cooperative union it is. UNISON recognises […]
UNISON reps are the face of our union. Whether they’re stewards (workplace representatives), health and safety reps, or union learning reps, they’re the people who, day in, day out, do the work of making public service workplaces fairer, safer, and more fulfilling places to be. But our reps need to be confident in their skills […]
Even once you’ve completed the introductory training for your UNISON role, you’ll find that there is further training available to help you carry out your role more effectively. For some roles, you may need to attend follow-on training in order to stay active. For example, UNISON workplace reps (stewards) need to attend ERA reaccreditation training at […]
We offer introductory training for new activists in UNISON. This is designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to carry out your role with confidence. The length and format of the course depends on the role that you’ve decided to take on. Courses for the representative roles (workplace rep/steward, health and safety […]
Newly trained stewards who attended a networking and training event on the 20th September at UNISON Centre were treated to a surprise visitor partway through the morning. The Leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn, stopped in with Dave Prentis to say hello and talk about the value and importance of stewards. Mr Corbyn spoke […]
Since the beginning of the Covid pandemic, much of our activist training is currently being run online, using a combination of interactive webinars, individual work, and online activities and forums. Courses are being organised both regionally and nationally. Where possible, you should aim to attend a course in your region. This will give you the […]
Read UNISON’s interview with steward and Branch Secretary Deborah Foster
Read our interview with the new ABW Branch Secretary
Excessive workload for social workers is a long-running problem, which has worsened considerably as the cuts bite
More than 250 UNISON members at London Metropolitan University are set to take part in a one-day strike this Thursday (4 June) over redundancy threats
UNISON is gearing up for a further massive union-wide recruitment campaign this spring
A well-supported strike is vital, so here are some suggestions for building the strike, as well as ways to campaign on the day
Government must “see sense” and retain vital protection for employers and employees, UNISON says
