A report for UNISON by the Smith Institute shows that the NHS and local councils across the UK are facing a growing staffing crisis as a result of the government’s imposed pay cap. The research was based on a survey of HR directors and managers in NHS trusts and local authorities, involving in-depth interviews concerning […]
The NHS and local councils across the UK are facing a growing staffing crisis as a result of the government’s imposed pay cap, according to a report published today (Friday) by UNISON. The research – carried out for UNISON by the Smith Institute – is based on a survey of HR directors and managers in […]
Commenting on the news today (Tuesday) that Addenbrooke’s Hospital has been placed into special measures, UNISON General Secretary Dave Prentis said: “This is a shocking indictment of the government’s cavalier attitude towards the NHS, that a hospital like Addenbrooke’s – with its world class reputation – should find itself in special measures. “A persistent underfunding […]
UNISON is asking students to take part in an online survey to gather evidence about their experience on placements and at university, and how it affects them and their family
Low pay and staff shortages driving NHS staff to consider quitting the service
On 1 October, UNISON held a conference to showcase partnership successes and explore areas for new partnership work. UNISON members, health service leaders, community and business […]
Commenting on the latest NHS deficit figures published today (Friday), UNISON General Secretary Dave Prentis said: “These new figures confirm the full extent of the financial misery and chaos in the NHS. And the government’s reckless spending cuts are entirely to blame. “It was always ludicrous to expect the NHS to make £22bn worth of […]
My name is John Brisbane and I work as a staff nurse in a child and adolescent mental health unit
The NHS needs to value and recognise all its staff and the work they do
UNISON says that the problem is a result of government spending cuts
UNISON is urging members and the public to support junior doctors
Union calls on MPs to sign up to Early Day Motion and back the campaign backing healthcare support workers in the NHS
My name is Jenny Edwards and I work as an associate practitioner
The result of the vote is expected on 5 November. The members had called for a strike ballot in response to the trust's proposals for a reorganisation that nurses say will lead […]
Sue’s story is a great personal achievement and a tremendous testimony to the value of union learning, says Dave Prentis, presenting the award
