UNISON NEC Elections 2021
The ballot is now open for the UNISON NEC Elections and this year, more than ever, it is crucial that we maximise the turnout to help elect the NEC we need to transform this union into a fighting force for…
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Stephen Lawrence Day – 22 April 2021
Join us in recognising Stephen Lawrence Day 2021 and discussing whether systemic racism has moved on and the way forward. Let us work together in “…creating a society in which everyone can flourish.” This online event is hosted by UNISON…
There is still time to register for Skills for Strength
There is still time to register for Skills for Strength, the convention for UNISON members in the North West who want to get more involved in the union and for our current activists to learn even more! This is a…
Joint NEU/UNISON update for Schools’ members
The following joint NEU/UNISON email has been issued today to all of our members in Schools in response to yesterday’s email sent out by the Department for Education regarding our recent advice concerning the safety of face-to-face teaching in schools.…
Advice for members in special schools and AP
We have received further advice for UNISON members working in special schools and colleges, and alternative education settings. Context: With the new variant of the virus shown to being considerably more transmissible than the version prevalent in 2020 the…
Urgent advice for all members in Schools
The following information has been sent out by the national office to all members in Schools and we are sharing it again here to ensure it is seen by as many members as possible. We will continue to share updates…
Grinchy Sunak – Pay Us, Don’t Betray Us
This year has been hard for us all but particularly for public sector workers. At UNISON North West, we appreciate everything you do as a public sector worker. Unfortunately the same can’t be said for Grinchy Sunak who has gifted…
UNISON GenSec Election: Need a replacement ballot?
The UNISON General Secretary election is underway and if you still haven’t received your ballot paper, or if you need a replacement, there is still time to contact the ballot helpline on 0800 0 857 857. Please note that the…
USE YOUR VOTE – HAVE YOUR SAY!
Ballot papers are now being delivered to elect the next UNISON General Secretary. Manchester UNISON nominated Paul Holmes but whoever you vote for please use your vote as past elections have seen turnouts as low as approx 10%. Whoever is…
Manchester branch has nominated Paul Holmes for General Secretary
Manchester branch has nominated Paul Holmes for general secretary because: Paul has the best record of leadership and fighting for members; Paul is the members’ candidate, from the shop floor; Paul will take the job on his current wage, donating…