UNISON Fife Health Branch – Friday Round Up 💜 It’s been another packed week! Here's what we’ve been up to 👇 fifehealth.unison.site/2025/11/28/f... 🙏 As always, huge thanks to all our members working this weekend. If you're off — enjoy every moment! 😄

💜 Young Workers Month 💜 📉 35% drop in hiring ⬇️ Vacancies down 8% 🧠 1 in 5 young people face mental health struggles 🏠 Some spend half their income on rent Young workers deserve better — and together, we can make change happen. 💪 Join UNISON 👉 join.unison.org.uk

It's the time of year for cosy jumpers....but nothing is as comforting as knowing you have the power of a union behind you. Join UNISON today join.unison.org.uk

✈️ Safe travels to everyone heading to UNISON’s Young Members Conference! Wishing delegates an inspiring few days of discussion, activism and solidarity. 💜💚 Thank you to all representing young workers and shaping the future of our union. 🌟

“Scrapping the two-child benefit cap is a long-overdue win for working families — but Labour must go further. Public services need real investment, and the wealthiest should pay more so working people aren’t left carrying the load.” — Christina McAnea, UNISON

Winter Essentials Grant If you’re a UNISON member on a low income, you may be eligible to apply for a £200 voucher towards your food shopping. Applications will open on this page for 24 hours from 12 noon on Wednesday 10 December. www.unison.org.uk/get-help/ser...

As Young Workers Month comes to a close, we want to say a massive 💜 THANK YOU 💜 to all our young members for everything you do — in your workplaces, communities and across UNISON. You are the future of our union ✊

Over the weekend, UNISON's Scottish Care Worker's Conference was held - many of our branch members attended. 📺 Watch here for a review of all the fantastic work that's went on in UNISON for care workers over 2025! 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=30eWCfWBPVY

💬 Young workers are changing our workplaces — and UNISON is here to help you get involved. From campaigning to learning opportunities, there are loads of ways to take part and make a real difference. Your union. Your voice. Your future. ✊

🤍 White Ribbon Day 🤍 Today we stand with survivors and commit to ending violence against women and girls. Speak up. Challenge harmful behaviour. Stand together.

🎄💜 UNISON Fife Health Branch Christmas Prize Draw! 💜🎄 All members entered automatically. 🎁 Weekly £100 ASDA gift cards 🎅 Christmas week: 3 x £500 winners Check your details are up to date! Join UNISON 👉 join.unison.org.uk

📢 Young workers: this is your time! If you’ve thought about joining UNISON, becoming active in your branch or connecting with other young members, there’s no better moment than Young Workers Month. Let’s build a strong, confident union together. ✊✨

🎄💜 We had a fantastic time at our Christmas Wreath Making Event — huge thank you to everyone who came along and shared their creativity. Your wreaths were absolutely stunning! It was wonderful to spend time together, get into the festive spirit, and celebrate our brilliant members ✨

🌈 As this year’s conference comes to a close, we want to thank everyone for an inspiring, energising and empowering few days. To all activists — safe journey home and thank you for everything you do to champion equality in our union and workplaces. 🏳️‍🌈 Safe travels, and see you next year!

🌈💜 Delighted to hear from UNISON President Catherine McKenna on the final day of #ULGBTplus25! Her passion and leadership continue to inspire activists across our union. A brilliant end to a weekend of solidarity and pride. 🏳️‍🌈✊💜

🌈 Last day at #ULGBTplus25! 💜 Our delegate is ready for the final debates after an inspiring weekend of activism, solidarity and powerful LGBT+ voices. 🏳️‍🌈 Finishing strong — and bringing it all back to support our members in Fife. ✊💜

🌟 Happy Clinical Support Workers Day 🌟 Today we celebrate our incredible CSWs who go above and beyond every single day. Your compassion, skill and dedication make a HUGE difference to patients, families and colleagues alike. Thank you for everything you do — our we couldn’t function without you. 💜

💜 Young Workers Month 💜 If you’re 30 or under and in UNISON, you’re part of our Young Members section! Young workers deserve a strong voice, fair pay and real opportunities — and UNISON’s here to make that happen. Get involved and help shape the future: www.unison.org.uk/about/what-w...

🌈 Democracy in action at #ULGBTplus25! 💜 After a strong debate on term limits for national committee members, we moved to a card vote — a clear example of our union ensuring every voice counts. ✊ This is union democracy: members shaping their union and being heard.

🦷💜 Happy National Dental Nurse Day! 💜🦷 Huge thank you to all our amazing dental nurse members — your skill, care and hard work make a real difference every day. Proud to represent you in UNISON Fife Health Branch. 💜

🏳️‍🌈 At UNISON’s LGBT+ Conference today! 💜 Great to hear General Secretary Christina McAnea speak powerfully about the daily challenges facing our LGBT+ members — and UNISON’s commitment to solidarity and equality. Proud to represent Fife. ✊💜 🏳️‍⚧️ Stronger together. Proud together.

🗳️ Last chance! Today is your final opportunity to vote in the UNISON General Secretary election. Make your voice count — do it today. 💜

Willie Docherty Chair UNISON Scotland Labour Link @ @scottishlabour.bsky.social Policy Conf. @unison.org.uk believes Labour needs to go further & faster on removing profit from care & against NHS buying from private sector. 'We'll not shut up about this, we will keep advocating for public services!'

💜 Our UNISON Fife Health Branch care members are at Scotland’s 2nd Annual Care Workers’ Conference today in Glasgow — connecting with colleagues, sharing experiences and shaping priorities for 2026. Proud to have Fife represented. Stronger together. Stronger in UNISON. ✊💜

🏳️‍🌈 Day Two at UNISON’s LGBT+ Conference! 💜 Our UNISON Fife Health Branch representative is back in Edinburgh today for another packed day of debates, workshops and solidarity. 🏳️‍⚧️ Proud to be here. Proud to represent you. Proud to stand together. 💜

🏳️‍🌈 Day One at UNISON’s LGBT+ Conference! 💜 Our Fife Health Branch rep is in Edinburgh today standing up for equality, learning from debates & workshops, and bringing it all back to support our members. 🏳️‍⚧️ Stronger together. Proud together. 💜

November is Young Workers Month. Health and safety doesn't only mean slips and trips -- it also includes risks to your mental health. Our health and safety representatives make sure that workplaces are safe, healthy and secure for you and your colleagues.

UNISON Fife Health Branch – Friday Round Up 💜 It’s been another packed week! Here's what we’ve been up to 👇 fifehealth.unison.site/2025/11/21/f... 🙏 As always, huge thanks to all our members working this weekend. If you're off — enjoy every moment! 😄

🚨 The NMC is proposing a 19% increase to the annual registration fee — rising from £120 to £143. UNISON is campaigning against this and wants to hear from you. 🗳️ Have your say by 31 Dec: survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90960769/...

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance 🏳️‍⚧️ 🕯️ Trade unionism is all about solidarity, with no one left to face trouble alone. We are stronger together.

📣 Save the Date – UNISON Fife Health Branch AGM 2026 💜 📅 Thu 5 March | ⏰ 6pm | 📍 Victoria Hotel, Kirkcaldy Join us for high tea, goodie bags, a raffle, and a chance to meet your reps & hear our annual review. ✨ Be part of shaping our branch — we’d love to see you there!

🏳️‍🌈 ✈️ Safe travels to all delegates and visitors heading to UNISON’s National LGBT+ Conference! Wishing everyone an empowering, inspiring and solidarity-filled few days of discussion, activism and action. 💪💜💚 Travel safely — and have a fantastic conference! 🌟

November is Young Workers Month. We look after our members in the workplace. UNISON reps support our members at work when they need some extra help - whether that is time off due to mental health problems or agreeing reasonable adjustments to support them to work as normal.

November is Young Workers Month. We fight for fairness and equality in the workplace. UNISON fghts for equality for all workers, and we support our members to challenge unfair and unequal treatment, including all forms of prejudice and discrimination. Let's look after each other in UNISON.

💙 Happy International Men’s Day to all our fantastic UNISON Fife Health Branch men! 💙 We’re proud to represent you, stand with you and celebrate you — today and every day. 💙 Here’s to the men who make a difference. 💪 Here’s to equality for all.

November is Young Workers Month 💜 As hybrid working grows, the line between work and home is blurring. UNISON is calling for a legal Right to Disconnect — so no one is expected to answer calls, emails or messages outside working hours. Everyone deserves time to switch off. ✊💜

🗳️ Have YOU voted yet? A quick reminder to all UNISON members — the General Secretary election is still open, and your voice matters more than ever. Let’s show the strength of UNISON together ✊ Don’t miss your chance — vote today!

November 2025 International Newsletter available now on our website 👇 fifehealth.unison.site/international/

Don't miss the deadline to vote for your next UNISON General Secretary! Open your pack, read the candidates statements, make your choice and take it to the postbox. The ballot closes on 25th November. PLEASE USE YOUR VOTE.

🌙 Reclaim the Night 2025 – Join us! Our branch reps will be in Dunfermline standing up for women’s rights & gender equality. 💜 📅 Wed 3 Dec 🚶‍♀️ Walk: St Margaret’s Car Park – Meet 5pm, march 5.30pm 🗣️ Talk: Glen Pavilion – Doors 6pm, speakers 6.30pm All welcome. Let’s walk, talk & raise our voices ✊

November is Young Workers Month 💜 UNISON is here for you. Our welfare charity There for You offers confidential support, financial help, debt advice and someone to talk to when times get tough. Let’s look after each other — in UNISON.

📣 STUC St Andrew’s Day Anti-Racism & Anti-Fascism March Scotland stands united against racism, discrimination and the far right. 📅 Sat 29 Nov 2025 🕥 Muster 10:30am – Barrowlands Park ➡️ March to Adelaide Place for a 12pm indoor rally. Stand Up, Speak Out: Unite Against Racism Join us in solidarity.

Have you been affected by flooding? There for You has a guide with information on where to get started so you know what to do next. Read our flood guide now 👇 www.unison.org.uk/content/uplo...

🟣 Michaela was out at Glenrothes Hospital today speaking with members and encouraging everyone to cast their vote in the General Secretary election. A strong turnout matters — your voice helps shape the future of our union. If you haven’t voted yet, make sure you do! 💜💚

📚 We attended the Scottish Committee Policy Seminar today, taking part in important discussions, sharing experiences and helping shape priorities for the year ahead. Proud to contribute to strengthening our union’s voice and ensuring our members remain at the heart of every decision. 💜💚

📚 Branch reps are attending the Scottish Committee Policy Seminar today with colleagues across UNISON Scotland — great discussions, shared priorities and a strong focus on our members’ voices. 💜💚 #UNISON #UNISONScotland #StrongerTogether

November is Young Workers Month. There’s a schedule of events running for UNISON young members throughout the month. Find out more 👉 unsn.uk/TUCyoungwork...

UNISON Fife Health Branch – Friday Round Up 💜 It’s been another packed week! Here's what we’ve been up to 👇 fifehealth.unison.site/2025/11/14/f... 🙏 As always, huge thanks to all our members working this weekend. If you're off — enjoy every moment! 😄

Political manoeuvring will not fix the NHS in Scotland, says UNISON Neil Gray has made a big mistake by failing to involve NHS unions in these plans. They don’t look like a genuine effort to tackle the many health challenges Scotland faces.

✊ UNISON Scotland branch delegates joined the Dundee demonstration tonight to stand against the far right. No place for hate — solidarity always wins. 💜💚 #UNISON #Dundee #Solidarity