92% vote for strike action at Cathedral Schools Trust ✊🏼 Support staff working for the Cathedral Schools Trust have voted overwhelmingly to strike in a dispute over pay. Read more 👇🏼

Nice feature in @countrystandard.bsky.social by @unisonsw.bsky.social regional secretary Kerry Baigent on the legacy of Tolpuddle and the power of solidarity in shaping our future ✊

Phlebotomists at Gloucestershire hospitals were promised a job review today. Now it’s pushed back another week. They’ve been underpaid for years. They’ve waited long enough ⏳ They've now extended their strike action to Sunday 27 July ✊🏼

Consultation on local government pay has started for school and council workers. Check your inbox for your voting link 🗳️

NHS staff likely to be disappointed with this year’s pay rise, says UNISON 'A reliance on the slow, outdated and unnecessary pay review body process has once again failed to deliver,' UNISON head of health Helga Pile Read full response www.unison.org.uk/news/press-r...

Congratulations to Nasim Dumont-Namin, winner of this year’s Learning Initiative Award at our Get Active event 🏆 Nasim has gone above and beyond as a Union Learning Rep, organising accessible online sessions on key workplace issues like flexible working, reasonable adjustments and more 👏🏼

UNISON stands proudly against all forms of homophobia, biphobia and transphobia 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ UNISON's policy is: - Trans men are men. - Trans women are women. - Non-binary identities are valid. If your employer is making changes to trans, non-binary or gender diverse policies, let us know.

UNISON needs to hear from disabled members about how proposed changes to PIPs (Personal Independence Payments) will affect them. Read more and get in touch 👇🏼

Since the bombardment of Gaza resumed on 18 March thousands more Palestinians have been killed. UNISON is supporting the TUC endorsed workplace day of action for an immediate and permanent ceasefire.

UNISON's head of health Helga Pile joined Phlebotomists on the picket line in Gloucestershire today ✊🏼 Today is their 48th day of strike action, with the Trust still refusing to follow NHS rules and properly evaluate their pay and banding.

Derriford health care support workers named Organising Reps of the Year at our Get Active awards 🏆 Grew UNISON membership from 125 to nearly 600 📈 Led 5 days of strike action following a 98% YES vote ✊🏽 Won up to £5,000 compensation each for over 1,600 staff 💷

Christina McAnea has made it to Exeter for afternoon tea with regional staff. Of course, the question on everyone’s lips, jam first then cream or cream first then jam? How do you eat yours @unison.org.uk?

📍 Cornwall UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea headed to the very edge of the South West today to spend time with members and activists in Cornwall. Next stop, Exeter for afternoon tea with regional staff ☕️ 🍰

UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea is in the South West this week for a four-day visit! Yesterday, she spoke at Torbay Health’s celebration event, where she praised the incredible work of Ali Evans and the local branch in securing Band 3 pay for healthcare support workers 🙌🏼

Congrats to Phlebotomists in East and North Herts hospitals, supported by @unisoneastern.bsky.social, for securing your re-banding to band 3. “Hopefully this will show other NHS trusts that they should be paying phlebotomists fairly as well.” cc: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 👀

🚨 We're hiring! 🚨 Could you be one of our four new regional organisers? You'll help us drive change, support our current members and activists, and lead on employer negotiations. ⏳ Apply before Thursday 8 May 👉 unsn.uk/SWJobs

Schools and council workers have been offered a pay increase of 3.2% from 1 April 2025. Further details to come, keep an eye on your inboxes ✉️👀

Phlebotomists in Gloucestershire have started their sixth week of strike action over pay ✊🏼 If you can, please consider a donation to their strike fund. UNISON Gloucestershire DHC Branch 21311 Sort code: 60-83-01 Account number: 20301750 Reference: strikefund

600 full time equivalent jobs could go at Derriford Hospital. Plymouth in UNISON branch secretary Kevin Treweeks said: “I am as shocked as the staff are, no-one was expecting anything this drastic.” Read more 👇

An incredible moment at conference yesterday as health conference joined striking members live on the picket line! Solidarity. Your union is with you!

Hello Cheltenham, this is Liverpool calling 📞 UNISON national health conference went live to the Gloucestershire phlebotomists on the picket line taking their 14th day of action. Take a look at the moment it happened: youtu.be/v4irblBbA9Y

The moment health conference went live to the picket line in Gloucestershire! UNISON head of health Helga Pile introduces our phlebotomist members striking for proper recognition of the duties they carry out. @unisonsw.bsky.social

Concluding our 2. week of Industrial Action and we still haven't heard from/seen the shadow of Kevin McNamara.

NEW: Rats, cockroaches and other pests are a regular hazard in NHS buildings plagued with sewage leaks, defective lighting, broken toilets and crumbling ceilings, according to a new survey today from UNISON unsn.uk/42efK7F

Gloucestershire phlebotomists say CEO Kevin McNamara is taking the mickey as they begin nine more days of strike action over pay.

NINE MORE DAYS 🚨 Phlebotomists in Gloucestershire are ramping up their campaign for fair pay with nine more days of industrial action ✊🏼 Here's Dawny to explain why she's taking action alongside her colleagues 👇🏼

Outnumbered actor Daniel Roche joined phlebotomists on strike outside Gloucestershire Royal Hospital today. Daniel said: "Phlebotomists are essential to our NHS, it's time Kevin McNamara recognised and rewarded these workers with fair pay."

Kids’ feet growing faster than you can buy new shoes? UNISON’s members’ charity is There for You. Check whether you’re eligible to apply for £30 vouchers from UNISON's charity, There for You, to buy your family new footwear 👞 Applications open at noon on Thursday 20 March.

We’re celebrating 50 years of both the Equal Pay Act and the Sex Discrimination Act this International Women’s Day 👇🏼

“As the largest women’s organisation in the UK, UNISON is dedicated to ensuring women have the space and the confidence to raise their voices." “But more importantly, to be heard and to make change happen.”
 - Christina McAnea on International Women’s Day.

BREAKING 🚨 Phlebotomists in Gloucestershire and Cheltenham will take three days of strike action later this month. Read more 👉🏼 unsn.uk/PhlebotomistStrike

Anne Lister 🏳️‍🌈 Often called "the first modern lesbian," Anne defied societal norms, lived openly with a female partner, and recorded her bold life in secret diaries that were later uncovered. 📖✨

Linda Bellos 🏳️‍🌈 A prominent Black feminist and LGBTQ+ activist, Linda was a trailblazer in UK politics. As leader of Lambeth Council in the 1980s, she championed policies for gender and racial equality. 💪🏾

Ruth Hunt 🏳️‍🌈 As the former CEO of Stonewall, Ruth led groundbreaking campaigns for inclusivity, with a strong focus on transgender rights and intersectionality within the LGBTQ+ community.

February is LGBT+ history month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Mitchell Coe, UNISON’s national LGBT+ officer, has some suggestions for how branches can mark this month 👇🏼

Maureen Colquhoun 🏳️‍🌈 The UK’s first openly lesbian MP, Maureen was a fearless voice in Parliament, championing gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and environmental protections 🌍 This LGBT+ history month, we’re celebrating lesbians who have been at the forefront of activism and social change.

February is LGBT+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ in the South West the legacy of UNISON's year of LGBT+ workers is clear to see. We have a thriving LGBT+ self-organised group who will be hosting a fully-booked training and planning weekend later this month!

Want to make a real difference for workers? We are looking for four new Local Organisers to help build union power and support public service workers ✊🏼 If you're passionate about organising, campaigning, and empowering workers, this could be perfect for you: unsn.uk/SWJobs

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp complex, and the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Bosnia. Read more about this year's theme, 'For a Better Future': https://unsn.uk/HMD25

North Somerset won Branch of the Year in 2024, but who will take home the coveted award this time around? 🏆 Nominate your branch today: https://unsn.uk/GAawards

Join us this Friday for an inspiring evening in support of Cuba Vive! 🇨🇺 🗓 7:30 PM, Fri 24 January 📍 Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel Hear from incredible speakers, enjoy a short film from & refreshments. 👉 Book now: http://unsn.uk/CubaFringe

Get Active returns to Croyde Bay from Friday 9 - Sunday 11 May. This event is aimed at new UNISON activists. Booking will open next week, please speak to your branch about coming along. We can't wait to see some new faces 💜

🚨 UNISON's Higher Education Pay Ballot is now open 🚨 Vote YES for strike action to demand the pay you deserve 🗳️ More info: unison.org.uk/hepay2024

How can you keep staff in the health service without putting NHS pay right? 🤔 You can’t. Ask your MP to back urgent negotiations between government, unions & employers to Put NHS Pay Right: https://unsn.uk/timefortalks

Congratulations to our very own Sharon Foster, recipient of UNISON's Nelson Madela Award for 2025! 💜

New for 2025 is our LGBT+ special recognition award, designed to recognise the work of individuals, groups or branches who made a difference during UNISON's year of LGBT+ workers 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Make a nomination today: https://unsn.uk/GAawards

Join us for an inspiring evening in support of Cuba Vive! 🇨🇺 🗓 7:30 PM, Fri 24 January 📍 Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel Hear from incredible speakers, enjoy a short film, & refreshments. 👉 Book now: unsn.uk/CubaFringe

Our Get Active Awards are back for 2025 🏆 It’s time to celebrate the incredible work of UNISON members and workplace reps. With 8 award categories, you can nominate individuals, branches, or groups who’ve made a difference in 2024! Nominate now: https://unsn.uk/GAawards

Phlebotomists at Gloucester and Cheltenham hospitals want to see their roles re-banded from band 2 to band 3. A consultative ballot has seen a unanimous vote for action, UNISON will shortly ballot for industrial action 🗳️

Happy Christmas everyone 🎄