The provision of a free at the point of use public childcare service has been a demand of the trade
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Local Governance Review: Democracy Matters
In December 2017, the Scottish government and COSLA jointly launched a Local Governance Review. The aim is to make sure
Read moreFutures Summer 2018 Number 22
The new edition of Public Service Futures covers: the new Scottish budget process, the impact of automation on public service
Read moreFairer Scotland Duty
The Fairer Scotland Duty came into force in April this year. The Scottish government has published interim guidance for public
Read morePoverty and Attainment Inquiry
The enormous gap in qualifications between children in poor and wealthy areas in Scotland is simply a reflection of the
Read morePublic Sector Futures Spring 2018
The latest edition of Futures gives updates on the local government budget, behaviour in schools and the expansion of early
Read moreLocal Government Pay Claim
UNISON members have suffered a real terms pay cut over the last ten years. Despite the news headlines following the
Read morePupils with Additional Support Needs
UNISON members are clear that currently we are not getting it right for children with additional support needs (ASN). Children
Read moreEvidence to the Local Government Committee on the proposed Planning Bill
The government states that: “The planning system supports the Scottish government’s purpose of creating a more successful country with opportunities
Read moreEducation Reform Consultation
UNISON does not believe that the proposals contained in the consultation are the best way to tackle the issues in
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