New fund will help members facing particular need because of the pandemic There for You is UNISON’s unique charity, set up to help members in difficulties – and this year, the COVID-19 crisis is making life harder for many of our already-stretched members. Because more of you are struggling, There for You has set up […]
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5 May 2020 Support staff unions’ statement: Speculation over increasing pupil numbers in schools (England) Over the last few days there has been further speculation that the government is considering increasing the number of pupils in schools in June. UNISON, GMB and Unite, the recognised unions for school support staff, have been […]
Tuesday 5 May 2020 For immediate release Responding to figures published today (Tuesday) by the Office for National Statistics showing care home deaths linked to coronavirus have increased by more than 2,500 in a week, UNISON assistant general secretary Christina McAnea said:“Each of these deaths is a tragedy for the families who have lost a loved one. “It’s […]
Every Thursday we take part in the #ClapforKeyWorkers to say thank you to those caring for our loved ones or for those keeping us safe at home. We’ve designed posters that you can display to show your appreciation which you can access here.
On International Worker’s Day 2020, UNISON General Secretary Dave Prentis has issued a message to all UNISON members and activists. On International Workers’ Day 2020, UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis has issued a message to all UNISON members and activists. In his first video message after being in lockdown, Dave sends a clear message of […]
Clear guidance must be rigorously applied Some care companies are still failing to give staff accurate guidance on using personal protective equipment (PPE) – creating serious dangers for workers, care home residents and the elderly living in their own homes, says UNISON today (Monday). Concerned care staff working in residential homes are telling the union they’re being […]
Anyone can be infected by COVID-19. But it’s increasingly clear that that’s where the equality ends UNISON believes that the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on different groups is devastatingly different and is becoming increasingly clear. In evidence to parliament this week, the union asserted that COVID-19 is tracking and deepening long-term inequalities in our […]
Only right that proper provisions are made for families Commenting on the government announcement on Monday that NHS death-in-service benefits are to be extended to all health and care staff who die from contracting Covid-19, UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: “It’s only right the families of all those who worked for the NHS or in social care, […]
Home Office grants automatic extensions to health and care workers – and indefinite leave to remain to family of healthcare workers who die of COVID-19 UNISON has welcomed news that health and care workers from oversees, and their families, whose visas are due to expire before 1 October will have them automatically extended for free. […]
Wednesday 29 April 2020 For immediate release Responding to new figures released today (Wednesday) that show a steep rise in coronavirus deaths due to the inclusion of those in care homes, UNISON assistant general secretary Christina McAnea said: “Care workers have been crying out for essential safety equipment, clear guidance and widespread virus testing for weeks. The […]