🗳️ UNISON General Secretary Election – Your Vote Matters! The ballot is now open! 📬 This is your chance to help shape the future of our union.

🛒📉 Did you know UNISON members enjoy exclusive discounts on everyday essentials, travel, and leisure activities? Start saving today because #ItPaysToBeAMember. Together, we're #StrongerTogether. It’s quick and easy to become a UNISON member sign up online here: start.unison.org.uk in under 3 minutes

Being a member means having a say in decisions regarding your pay. As a member you will be invited to vote in ballots to ensure you’re getting the pay you deserve. If you sign up and encourage colleagues to join too, you’ll get a £20 shopping vouchers for recommending a friend. #ItPaysToBeAMember

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UNISON Barnsley (Local Government)’s branch committee met on Thursday 4th September and agreed to nominate Christina McAnea in the forthcoming general secretary election.

Time to re-mortgage or moving home? Take advantage of our mortgage offers with UNISON Living to get that dream house, and see how much you could save on home insurance. Click here: Home offers | UNISON Member Benefits #ItPaysToBeAMember

Did you know that migrant workers working in the UK should receive equal pay to British workers doing the same job and must be paid at least the national minimum wage. If you’re a migrant worker or have colleagues who are, UNISON have a host of resources available yorks.unison.org.uk/migrant-work...

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UNISON Members experiencing financial and emotional difficulties can contact There for You (UNISON Welfare), which provides confidential advice and support services for members and their dependants. Find out more:https://www.unison.org.uk/get-help/services-support/there-for-you/ #ItPaysToBeAMember

UNISON provides quality legal services for employment-related and non-work issues at no extra cost to members and their family. We provide the broadest range of legal help to union members in the UK. Click here for more information: www.unison.org.uk/get-help/services-support/legal-services/

Did you know as a UNISON member you can get an exclusive discount on your car insurance with LV? They even offer multicar cover! Click here to find out more: UNISON member discounts | LV= #ItPaysToBeAMember

🔍 Looking for new challenges? UNISON Barnsley offers you chance to make a real difference! We're seeking a Health & Safety Officer, Young Members Officer, Equalities Officer, and Assistant Branch Treasurer to join our dynamic team. Get involved - be the change you want to see bit.ly/BeTheUnionBa...

📢In case you missed it. The 2025 NJC Pay Award of 3.2% for council and schools workers has been accepted 📢 Branch reps urge employers to pay new rates incl. back pay to 1st April as soon as feasible barnsleylg.unison.site/2025/08/01/2...

Happy Yorkshire Day from all of us at UNISON Barnsley Branch!

Did you know UNISON even have their very own holiday resort for members to visit in Devon? Offering 20% off stays its worth a look if you’re already planning a staycation for summer 2026! For more information: www.croydeunison.co.uk/about-us/uni...

If you have friends or colleagues who haven’t signed up to be a UNISON member yet. Share this short video with them that quickly explains the benefits of being a member of the union. They can sign up online here: start.unison.org.uk in under 3 minutes, all they need is their bank details.

Getting fed up of non-UNISON colleagues asking you what is happening in the NJC Pay Ballot? Get them to join UNISON and not only do they get the updates and benefits membership brings, you will also benefit from a £20 Love2Shop voucher for each colleague who puts your name on their membership form

If you’ve been a member with us for a while you may have changed your name, moved home or got a new phone number or email since joining. If so, please visit to update details www.unison.org.uk/my-unison/ If you've never had an online account with us, you just need membership number to register

Today is Barnsley Pride @mybarnsleypride! Come and pay the UNISON stall a visit for some goodies and to find out how we’re supporting LGBT+ workers. #ItPaysToBeAMember #StrongerTogether #UnisonLGBT+

If you’re a student or an apprentice, did you know you can get an annual UNISON membership for just £10? That’s less than two cocktails on a night out at the Botanist or a weekend trip to the cinema! You can sign up online here: start.unison.org.uk #ItPaysToBeAMember #StrongerTogether

This year we are proud to be official stall holders at Barnsley Pride @mybarnsleypride, come and see us on Saturday 12th July to learn more about being a UNISON member and pick up some goodies! #ItPaysToBeAMember #StrongerTogether #UNISONLGBT+

Time to re-mortgage or moving home? Take advantage of our mortgage offers with UNISON Living to get that dream house, and see how much you could save on home insurance. Click here: benefits.unison.org.uk/home-offers/ #ItPaysToBeAMember

Your UNISON membership entitles you to free insurance cover, which pays your loved ones £5,000 if you die from an accident. Cover is for UK residents aged 18-69. It lasts for one year and then you can renew it again for free. bit.ly/UNISONFreeAc... #ItPaysToBeAMember

🌐 Join the #BeTheUnion movement! 🤝💪 We're on the lookout for dedicated officers and workplace reps to strengthen our union and support members. Visit barnsleylg.unison.site/betheunion/ for more info and step into a role where you can make a real impact. Together, we're stronger! 💙👥 #JoinUsNow

It was a great week for our education programme last week, as 𝟐𝟒 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 were trained across courses in Rotherham and Leeds. Congratulations all! 🙌 Interested in what other courses we have coming up? Have a look here 👉 yorks.unison.org.uk/events/

📅 12 June – Men’s Health Week (10-16 June) Your health matters! 💙 UNISON supports better workplace policies for men’s physical and mental health. Don’t ignore the signs—speak up, get support, and take care of yourself. #MensHealthWeek #WellbeingAtWork

If you’re already a UNISON member and you recruit a friend at work, you’ll get £20 worth of shopping vouchers. Just add your name and membership number to their form before it’s submitted! (Please note this only applies to forms submitted to the branch office by post or hand)

🌈 This Pride Month, UNISON Barnsley stands with our LGBTQ+ members for equality, respect & inclusion. Together, we make workplaces fairer for all! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #PrideMonth #UNISONPride #StrongerTogether

As a UNISON member it’s not just you and your family who are covered! You can also get discounted pet insurance with up to £10,000 of cover for your furry family members through LV Pet Insurance. Find out more here: benefits.unison.org.uk/pets/ #ItPaysToBeAMember

💷 Why Join UNISON? Member Benefits You’ll Love! Did you know as a UNISON member, you get access to: ✅ Legal support for work-related issues ✅ Discounts on shopping, insurance & holidays ✅ Expert advice on pay & working conditions Join today and protect your rights! #UNISONBenefits #JoinUNISON

‼️Make sure your contact details are up to date‼️ Members will soon be getting an email about the 2025 NJC Pay Offer for Council and Schools workers. Don't lose your chance to have your say. Please make sure that we have your up to date contact details by visiting my.unison.org.uk

If you’re thinking about travel plans for summer, UNISON members get access to exclusive deals on a range of holidays and cruises with UNISON Travel Club Click here for the latest deals: benefits.unison.org.uk/home/travel/... #ItPaysToBeAMember

If you’ve been a member with us for a while you may have changed your name, moved home or got a new phone number or email address. If you have, please visit to update your details www.unison.org.uk/my-unison/ If you have never registered online, you just need your membership number to register.

💷 NJC Pay Award – £3,000 Now! Local government workers have been underpaid for too long. UNISON is demanding a £3,000 pay increase to help tackle the cost of living crisis. Show your support—speak up, get involved, and share this post! #FairPayNow #WeAreUNISON

📅 1 May – International Workers’ Day Happy #MayDay! Today we celebrate the achievements of workers and trade unions worldwide. UNISON will keep fighting for better pay, rights, and conditions for all. Join us in the fight for fairness! ✊ #WorkersRights #Solidarity

📅 28 April – Workers’ Memorial Day Today, we remember those who have lost their lives at work and renew our commitment to safe and fair workplaces. Every worker deserves protection—this is why UNISON fights for better health and safety standards. #WorkersMemorialDay #HealthAndSafety

🌍 22 April – Earth Day Climate action starts in our workplaces! UNISON supports sustainable working practices and calls for green policies in local government. Let’s build a better future together! ♻️ #EarthDay #GreenWorkplaces #StrongerTogether

The cost of living crisis is making us more money savvy. As a UNISON member you can get an exclusive discount on your car insurances with LV. Click here to find out more: UNISON member discounts | LV= #ItPaysToBeAMember

Getting sick of non-UNISON colleagues asking you what is happening in the NJC Pay claim? Ask them to join UNISON - not only will they get the updates and benefits membership brings,you’ll also receive a £20 Love2Shop voucher for each colleague who puts your name on their form. A win-win all round!

If you’re a student or an apprentice, did you know you can get an annual UNISON membership for just £10? That’s less than a few pre College Costas! You can sign up online here: start.unison.org.uk

🔹 NJC Pay Award Submission – Fight for Fair Pay! 💰 UNISON is calling for a £3,000 pay rise for local government workers! You deserve better pay for the vital work you do. Let’s stand together and demand fair wages. Get involved – your voice matters! #FairPay #NJC #WeAreUNISON

This month is #StressAwarenessMonth UNISON Members experiencing emotional and financial difficulties can contact There for You (UNISON Welfare), which provides confidential advice and support for members and their dependants. Find out more: www.unison.org.uk/get-help/ser...

Don’t be a fool! UNISON is here to help and support every one of their 1.4 million members. It’s quick and easy to become a UNISON member sign up online here: start.unison.org.uk in under 3 minutes, all you need is your bank details.

Some of our choir members attended the @unisonbarnsley.bsky.social AGM today. Here's Yemi with the newly-elected Branch Secretary Andrea. Two impressive women. #AccelerateAction #IWD2025

National Living Wage to rise to £12.21, and National Minimum Wage to rise to £10.00 per hour from April.  UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea: “Any rise in hourly rates boosts the take home pay of millions on the lowest wages. And that can only be a good thing.