The Scottish government have published their latest research into behaviour in schools in Scotland. This previously regular report had not
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Briefing 134 Why UNISON opposes a council tax freeze
Since First Minister Humza Yousaf announced a council tax freeze at the SNP Conference in October, it is beyond disappointing
Read moree brief – Update on the National Care Service Bill October 2023
Since its introduction in June 2022, UNISON has campaigned for the National Care Service Bill to be withdrawn. We want
Read moreNHS staff managing childcare because of school strikes
We are receiving reports that some local managers are telling NHS staff that they should take annual leave or unpaid
Read moree brief – SSSC Consultation on Proposed Register Changes
The Scottish Social Services Council is consulting on 3 changes it wishes to make to the Register. These changes affect
Read moreBriefing 133 Scottish & Local Government ‘Verity House Agreement’
This briefing looks at the ‘Verity House Agreement’, announced by First Minister Humza Yousaf and COSLA President Councillor Shona Morrison
Read moreBriefing 132 – Housing and the Cost of Living Crisis
Rising housing costs are driving people into poverty. This briefing presents the findings of new research, based on a survey
Read moreBriefing 131 – Consultation on Safe Staffing Statutory Guidance: Care Services
The Scottish Government is consulting on its draft Statutory Guidance for safe staffing in health and care. The Health and
Read moreBriefing 130 – Consultation on Safe Staffing Statutory Guidance
The Scottish Government is consulting on its draft Statutory Guidance for safe staffing in health and care. The Health and
Read moreBriefing 129 NHS Pension Contributions Changes Consultation
The Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SPPA) is consulting on increasing the overall contribution made by members to the NHS pension
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