The Scottish government has published its programme for government which puts into practice its public service reform strategy. This is
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Public service reform in non-departmental public bodies
The public sector reform (PSR) strategy is a cuts agenda. PSR is dressed in the language of prevention, empowerment and
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The public service reform (PSR) strategy has a cuts agenda. Driven by cost cutting, a huge transformation in how public
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The public service reform (PSR) strategy has a cuts agenda. Driven by cost cutting, a huge transformation in how local
Read moreCouncil Tax High Value Property Bands (Mansion Tax) consultation
UNISON is Scotland’s largest trade union representing over 160,000 members working in public services, across areas including local government, education,
Read moreBargaining update July 2026
This summer has seen record breaking heat and drought in the UK, including unprecedented wildfires in Scotland. The issue of
Read moreBriefing 176 Expansion of funded early learning and childcare to 1140 hours: 2018-2025 national outcomes evaluation
UNISON members work in a variety of roles to deliver early learning and childcare (ELC) to Scotland’s youngest children. The
Read moreBriefing 175 Public service workers and the ongoing cost of living crisis
A survey of UNISON Scotland members shows that the overwhelming majority are struggling to get by financially. Years of high
Read moreUNISON Scotland response Survey: The Development of Children and Young People National Occupational Standards SCQF 6,7 and 9
UNISON is Scotland’s largest trade union. UNISON members deliver early years and childcare services across Scotland. We strongly support the
Read moreBriefing 172 The cost of outsourcing: STUC research
Outsourcing, contracting out the delivery of public services from the public sector, is often presented as the cheapest option for
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