Under-representation – particularly among young members – cited as a problem that needs to be tackled
Under-representation – particularly among young members – cited as a problem that needs to be tackled
Having only been a member for two years, I knew I wanted to get involved in the UNISON branch and the union as a whole. Initially […]
This year the region’s young members group will be focusing on the problems of bullying and harassment in the workplace. Three quarters of young members experience bullying and harassment at work – with 7% of those experiencing violence, a survey carried out by UNISON in Scotland has found. The survey also showed that over 50% of these cases were not […]
‘Everyone has the right to work in a safe environment free of bullying and harassment’, delegates told
Delegates commit union to campaign for quality youth services as part of broader fight to save local services
The future of young people is at stake with the EU referendum
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Young people, especially women, may feel disconnected from Europe but they have the most to lose if Britain Brexits. Parental leave, paid holiday, limits on excessive hours and the right to maternity pay are just some of the important benefits we receive from the EU which would be at risk if we left.
Young people are being encouraged to vote remain on 23 June to safeguard the rights of millions of workers – and their own futures. UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis today (Friday) called on the 64,000 young workers represented by the union – including nurses and teaching assistants – to turn out at the polls. Speaking […]