Pictured above, Havering Council anti-racism charter signing. Havering and Barnet have become the latest local authorities in the capital to sign up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter. The charter, which aims to tackle racism in the public sector, commits organisations and their leaders to having a clear and visible race equality policy, as well as programme […]
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For Black History Month, we recognise the vital contributions of migrant workers within London’s public services and celebrate the trailblazing migrant union activists who continue to shape a fairer, more inclusive future for all. Migrant workers represent an estimated 44% of London’s population, and their impact in public services is even greater. They are essential […]
Every October, we dedicate a month to celebrating Black History Month. It’s a time to acknowledge and honour the contributions of Black Britons, both past and present. Their stories of achievement, resilience, and struggle have often been overlooked or undervalued throughout history. This year’s theme, “Reclaiming Narratives,” is a powerful call to action. We’re reclaiming […]
Haringey Council has become the latest local authority in the capital to sign up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter, says UNISON today (Thursday). The charter, which aims to tackle racism in the public sector, commits organisations and their leaders to having a clear and visible race equality policy, as well as a programme of anti-racism initiatives such […]
The Employment Tribunal recently ruled in favour of two Black employees, who are also UNISON members, of Southwark Council. The Tribunal found that they had been directly discriminated against, harassed, and victimised because of their race. This judgment, handed down after a four-day hearing in May 2024, highlights the ongoing systemic racism within public services […]
18 July – 17 August marks South Asian History Month, which provides us an opportunitiy to celebrate our South Asian members and their contribution to the labour movement, whilst also recognising their continuing struggles, including racism and discrimination – particularly highlighted by the far-right riots this month. South Asian communities have long been integral to […]
Barts Health becomes the second NHS trust in the capital to sign up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter
Greater London Authority Barking and Dagenham Council Southwark Council Islington Council Hackney Council South London & Maudsley NHS Trust Merton Council Barts Health NHS Trust Westminster City Council Enfield Council University of West London Lambeth Council Brent Council Haringey Council Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Barnet Council Havering Council
Pictured above Karen Lynn Hackney joint branch secretary, Caroline Woodley Mayor of Hackney, Cllr Carole Williams Cabinet Member for Employment, Human Resources and Equalities, Joan Madden YOTBW Lead and Matt Paul Hackney joint branch secretary. Islington and Hackney have become the latest local authorities in the capital to sign up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter. The […]
Monday 7 August 2023 For immediate release Greater London Authority signs up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter The Mayor of London, on behalf of the Greater London Authority (GLA), has become the first employer in the capital to sign up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter today (Monday). The charter, which aims to tackle racism in the public […]