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‘When the clapping dies down, UNISON will still be fighting for care workers to be properly treated: paid living wages, with proper job security and career structures.’

‘When the clapping dies down, UNISON will still be fighting for care workers to be properly treated’

Christina McAnea says complete overhaul needed so no one is left unprotected again

Government should remove the charge for all migrant workers

Never again should the concerns of staff​, unions and employers be ignored

Fundamental reform is needed to create a system fit for the future

Poor government decision making at the heart of problems

Despite the gradual return to normal, Covid-19 is still a real and present danger in care homes. Staff have been deeply affected by the virus and will continue to face significant challenges as the rest of the country opens back up. The government has announced a £600m infection control fund to help stop the spread […]

New TUC research showing that seven in 10 councils in the East of England are spending less per capita on adult social care than 2010 shows we “can’t wait any longer” for a national care system, UNISON Eastern says today. The TUC report, Fixing Social Care shows that overall social care spending per head across […]

Christina McAnea says shameful employment practices and low wages need tackling

An active and vital union, supporting our fabulous members

High vacancy rates show system is broken

Government money not enough to fix broken care system.

Government must guarantee staff can work additional hours or get compensation for lost wages

Care work is fulfilling but tough and isn’t to be taken on a whim