Reacting to comments made by home secretary Yvette Cooper, regarding the publication of the government’s immigration white paper, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “The NHS and the care sector would have collapsed long ago without the thousands of workers who’ve come to the UK from overseas. “Migrant health and care staff already here will now […]
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The Regional Women’s Committee recently hosted a successful Women’s Training Day, bringing together 47 women from branches across London to discuss key workplace issues affecting women and how union members can encourage their employers to implement new policies and amend existing policies to support women workers further in the workplace. The day featured insightful training […]
Lewisham Council today (Wednesday) became the latest local authority in London to sign up to UNISON’s anti-racism charter. By signing the charter, the authority is making a commitment to delivering a programme of initiatives promoting a more diverse workforce, addressing the impact of racism on staff and better reflecting the communities it serves. Lewisham Council is […]
To mark World AIDS Day, the regional LGBT+ group hosted an inspiring parliamentary reception, with Deirdre Costigan MP, as part of the Year of LGBT+ Workers campaign. Members from across the region gathered, along with MPs and activists from leading HIV charities to discuss the critical issue of HIV stigma in the workplace and the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Greater London region were proud to host a fringe event at National Delegate Conference on Wednesday 19 June. The fringe panel event was titled “Unionised Against HIV Stigma; Tackling HIV Stigma in Our Workplaces.” This significant session, chaired by Anu Prashar, Co-chair of the regional LGBT+ Committee and LGBT+ Officer at Brent Local Government, brought […]