Sharing the latest UNISON Scotland Local Government Service Group Executive report. As Chair of the UNISON Scotland Communications & Campaigns Committee, I'm always keen to highlight the great work happening across our union. Take a look! 💜💚✊

UNISON Scotland members please vote for Kate 👇

Popped into Cameron Hospital this evening to catch up with staff and leave some UNISON information in the staff wellbeing hub. It was great to see everyone and make sure colleagues know where to find advice, support and information whenever they need it. Thanks for the warm welcome! 👋

🚆 Homeward bound after a busy and productive couple of days in Manchester at UNISON’s National Labour Link Forum. A huge thank you to everyone for the great company, the discussions, the debates and the laughs along the way ✊💜💚

Speaking in support of Motion 12 – Nationalise Water Companies 💧 Water is not a luxury — it’s an essential public service. Public ownership must mean public values, investment and services for people, not profit. 💧 Water belongs to all of us.

🌹 Hearing now from guest speaker Lisa Nandy at UNISON’s National Labour Link Forum. Great to hear discussions on the challenges facing working people, the importance of strong public services and the role we all play in building a fairer future. ✊

🌹 Started the afternoon at UNISON’s National Labour Link Forum with a surprise appearance from Andy Burnham. Great to hear him speak about putting Labour back on the side of working people and the importance of delivering for our communities. ✊ A brilliant start to the afternoon.

🌹 Great to catch up with Katrina Murray MP at UNISON’s National Labour Link Forum. A long-standing UNISON member who understands the importance of strong trade unions and standing up for working people. ✊💜💚 Great conversations and solidarity throughout the day.

🌹 The UNISON Scotland Labour Link Committee delegation are in the hall and ready to start the day at National Labour Link Forum. Looking forward to hearing and participating in the motions, debates and discussions ahead — making sure Scotland’s voice is heard across our union. ✊💜💚

🌹 Great to be at the UNISON National Labour Link Forum reception this evening. Fantastic to hear from Bev Craig, candidate for Mayor of Greater Manchester. How inspiring to see the possibility of history being made with the first woman in the role. 👏 Looking forward to the debates ahead. ✊

💜💚 Travelling to Manchester today for UNISON’s National Labour Link Forum. A great opportunity to take part in debate, connect with colleagues from across the union and ensure Scottish voices are heard. Looking forward to a few days of discussion and networking ✊ @unison.org.uk

💜💚 After a busy morning, we're at Queen Margaret Hospital this afternoon speaking to staff and promoting UNISON. Come and have a chat, find out about the benefits of being a member and how we can support you at work. 👋✊

💜💚 The sun is shining at St Andrews Community Hospital this morning and I'm attending meetings, speaking to staff and chatting about all things UNISON. If you see me, stop and say hello 👋 Find out how UNISON can support you in the workplace and why it pays to be a member. ✊

📣 Calling UNISON Comms Activists 💜💚 #CommsFest is back for 2026! A weekend of creativity, campaigning, skills & solidarity for activists passionate about making our union’s voice stronger. 📅 4–5 Sept 📍 Radisson Blu, Glasgow More details coming soon… save the date! ✊

💜💚 Public services need investment — not cuts. Plans could mean £1bn cuts and up to 20,000 public sector jobs at risk. UNISON will fight to protect services, jobs and the workers who keep Scotland running. ✊ #UNISON

💜💚 Public services are powered by people. New figures show 604,100 workers deliver Scotland’s public services — almost 1 in 4 jobs. Our NHS, councils and communities rely on dedicated staff every day. Invest in public services. Invest in workers. ✊ #UNISON #PublicServices

💜💚 Monday again already… 😅 We're back at Victoria Hospital speaking to staff, promoting UNISON and our Men’s Space Event. If you see us, stop and say hello 👋 Not a member yet… what are you waiting for? 😉 Join today 👉 join.unison.org.uk ✊

💙 Happy Birthday NHS 🎉 Proud to be part of something that has been there for all of us when we need it most. Today is about celebrating the incredible people behind our NHS — every role, every team, every service. Thank you to everyone who keeps our NHS going every single day 👏💙

💜💚 It's Friday and the end of another busy week across Fife! We're at the Victoria Hospital this morning speaking to staff, promoting UNISON and supporting our members. If you see us, stop and say hello 👋 We'll be back out across Fife doing it all again next week! ✊

💜💚 Back at Queen Margaret Hospital today after a busy visit yesterday. It's great to be out meeting staff, promoting UNISON and making sure members know we're here to support them. If you see us around the hospital, stop and say hello! 👋

💜💚 We're at Queen Margaret Hospital today supporting members in meetings, advising on banding reviews and visiting departments. If you see us, stop and say hello! We're always happy to chat about workplace issues, membership or how UNISON can support you. 👋

Proud to celebrate 33 years of UNISON 💜💚 For more than three decades, our union has stood with members, defended public services and fought for fairness, equality and dignity at work. Strong in our present. Ready for the future. ✊

🚨 Scotland's councils face a £529m funding gap, putting vital local services at risk. UNISON Scotland warns that cuts, outsourcing and automation could threaten services and up to 20,000 public sector jobs. Public services need investment—not more cuts. Read the briefing below. 💜💚

🌦️ Where's the sun gone?! One minute we're melting... the next it's rain, thunder and lightning! ⛈️🤣 The weather might have changed, but we haven't! We're still out across Fife speaking to staff and promoting UNISON. If you spot us, squeeze under the brolly and come and say hello! ☔👋💜💚

☀️ Another cracking day and we're back on site at the Victoria Hospital! Come and chat to us about the benefits of being in UNISON, the support we provide and why it pays to be a member. Not a member yet? Join today: join.unison.org.uk If you see us, stop and say hello! 👋💜💚

💻 Thanks to everyone who joined today's CommsHour! A special thank you to Jan Plazalski for an excellent introduction to Canva and sharing some great tips for branch communications. See you on 21 July for our next session with Gillian Bannatyne. 💜💚

☀️ Out and about today promoting UNISON and speaking to staff. Stay hydrated, take breaks where you can and enjoy the sunshine safely💧 Got concerns about workplace temperatures? Our Health & Safety Officer is here to help 💜💚

Men are struggling UNISON's national delegate conference hears that men are not accessing current mental health support and require a targeted online service. unison.org.uk/news/2026/06...

Back in Fife after a busy week at National Delegate Conference! 💜💚 Today we're catching up with members, planning site visits and getting straight back to what matters most—supporting our members. Want to see us in your workplace? Drop us a message and we'll arrange a visit. 👋

Congratulations to the new Presidential Team for UNISON James Anthony - President Debbie Sahadeo Rowden - Vice President Micaela Tracey-Ramos - Vice President.

That's a wrap on #UNISONNDC26! 💜💚 Thanks to all my UNISON Scotland friends for the support, laughs and friendship this week. It's been a privilege to be your Regional Representative and comms lead. Safe travels everyone! ✊ #UNISONScotland

❤️🟥 UNISON Scotland stands together against racism. At National Delegate Conference, Scottish delegates proudly backed Show Racism the Red Card. Trade unions are built on solidarity, equality and respect. Racism divides workers – unity makes us stronger. No place for racism. Anywhere. ✊💜💚

Nearly 200 Scottish delegates represented members at #UNISONNDC26, helping shape the future of our union. Read our Scottish updates, speeches, photos and highlights from conference 👇 unison-scotland.org/updates-from... #UNISONScotland

The morning after the social night... ☕😄 A brilliant evening spent with friends from across UNISON and now it's onto the final day of conference. Looking forward to one last day of debate before heading home with plenty to share with our members. 💜💚

UNISON Scotland - WE SHOW UP

UNISON Scotland - WE SHOW UP

UNISON Scotland Regional Conference Leadership Team - End the Blockade of Cuba! Mark Ferguson Louise Noble Lilian Macer

Day 3 at #UNISONNDC2026 💜💚 Ready for another day of debate, discussion and representing our members. Looking forward to another productive day working with colleagues from across the union to shape UNISON's future. ✊

One of the best things about conference is catching up with friends from across the union. 💜💚 Great to meet up with these two fabulous women today. Always plenty of laughs, good conversations and a shared commitment to standing up for our members. ✊

Day Two at #UNISONNDC2026 💜💚 Ready for another full day of debates, discussions, networking and making sure our members' voices are heard. Here's to another productive day! ✊

Day 1 at #UNISONNDC26 💜💚 Debates on low-paid women in UNISON and justice for migrant workers, plus an address from Angela Rayner MP. We finished the day at the inspiring @UNISONScotland fringe on Jane Haining, chaired by President Catherine McKenna. ✊

UNISON Scotland Regional Representatives, myself, Mark Ferguson and with Regional Secretary Lilian Macer supporting Scottish delegates at National Delegate Conference. 💜💚 Representing Scotland, supporting delegates and making sure our voices are heard. No Scotland. No Party! ✊🏴

First day at #UNISONNDC2026 as a Regional Representative for @unisonscot ✊💜💚 Looking forward to working with branches from across Scotland, contributing to debates and making sure our members' voices are heard at the national level.

Off to Brighton for UNISON’s National Delegate Conference ✊💜💚 Representing UNISON Scotland as a Regional Representative and producing the daily Scottish delegation briefings throughout the week. Busy week ahead making sure Scotland’s voice is heard — and I can't wait to get started.

It’s Friday and we’re back at the Victoria Hospital this morning 💜💚 We’ll be speaking to staff, promoting UNISON and highlighting the support available to members. If you see us, stop and say hello 👋

At Stratheden Hospital this morning 💜💚 Speaking to staff, promoting UNISON and highlighting the support available to members. If you see me, stop and say hello 👋

Back in the Kingdom today after being in Edinburgh yesterday 💜💚 Good to be at the Victoria Hospital this morning speaking to staff and promoting UNISON. If you see us, stop by and say hello 👋

Proud to support UNISON Scotland’s Fair Visa Campaign National Day of Action ✊ Migrant workers are vital to our NHS and public services. They deserve fair visas, fair pay and fair treatment. Solidarity with everyone at the Scottish Parliament today 💜💚

We’re on site at Queen Margaret Hospital today 💜💚 Speaking to staff, promoting UNISON and answering any questions about membership and workplace support ✊ Not a member yet? Join today. If you see us, stop by and say hello 👋

✊ Fair visas. Fair pay. Fair treatment. Join UNISON Scotland’s Fair Visa Campaign National Day of Action and stand in solidarity with migrant workers. 📍 Scottish Parliament 📅 10 June | 🕚 11am–1.30pm Together we can demand a fairer visa system 💜💚