We hear from one of our Young Member activists on why they felt they had to stand up for young workers
We hear from one of our Young Member activists on why they felt they had to stand up for young workers
The region’s Young Members are coming together after the toughest 18 months of their lives
“But it is also essential that, even in challenging times, there is an opportunity for branches to shape the decision-making of our union. “This year, we are striving to keep our […]
The cut-off wage for election to reserved (low pay) seats in the union remains at £10.63 an hour
The general secretary election is your chance to vote to elect the most senior person in our union. Every UNISON members is encouraged to use their vote. After hearing from all the candidates, the Eastern Regional Council voted to nominate Christina McAnea. More information
The BIG Weekend event, previously postponed to the autumn, will be rescheduled for May 2021. We will continue to be vigilant in our support of members and activists during these […]
Voting in the election opens to all eligible UNISON members on 28 October
Covid-19 has meant that we have been unable to proceed with several routine meetings and events since March this year. Although society has begun to open up again, the threat of the virus is still very much present, as can be seen across the country, with local lockdowns taking place in towns and cities. When […]
“Every day for the past 47 years, I’ve been proud to serve this union. I have always been driven by a belief in […]
The last twelve weeks have seen the country on lockdown due to Covid-19. Restrictions are beginning to lift in many areas. However, it remains the case that ‘business as usual’ is still some way off in almost all sections of society. The region’s priorities throughout this crisis have been to protect the health and wellbeing […]
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 […]
Along with the usual business of electing our committees and representatives for the year ahead, the packed meeting heard a range of motions including calling on the union to […]
But championing and defending our members are always on UNISON’s agenda
24 February’s AGM sent a message of support to striking Birmingham Home Carers
The branch committee should agree proposals before the AGM (and this should be minuted). A quorate AGM should then discuss and vote on the […]