UNISON Scotland’s International Committee builds on the trade union movement’s long history of solidarity with other workers around the world. These pages bring news and updates on the Committee’s work. You can also find news and links on our Facebook page.
Sam Macartney Award for International Solidarity 2024 – nominations & donations please!
The International Committee is pleased to invite nominations for the 2024 Sam Macartney Award for International Solidarity. We would also like to invite branches to please donate to support the ... Read More
UNISON’s Social Work Issues Group Stand With Palestine
Reports from Gaza have shocked people all over the world and UNISON is one of many organisations who have called for an immediate ceasefire. Amongst the terrible events in Gaza, ... Read More
Sam Macartney Award/Lecture – Fri 23 Feb
Sam Macartney Award for International Solidarity Award & Commemoration Lecture Friday 23 Feb 7pm prompt, (doors open 6.30pm) Glasgow City UNISON office Eventbrite booking details below Join us to honour ... Read More
COP28 Global Day of Action for Climate Justice – Sat 9 Dec, Edinburgh
Temperatures and waters are rising. Injustices are rising. We are rising! *UPDATED 29 NOV Join us at the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh on 9th December for the COP28 Global Day ... Read More
UNISON calls for immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Israel
26 Oct 2023: UNISON supports the call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Israel to allow the delivery of vital humanitarian assistance. The union condemns the rising death toll ... Read More
UNISON statement on Gaza hospital bombing
UNISON condemns the bombing of the al-Ahli al-Arabi hospital in Gaza. The targeting of a hospital, resulting in the tragic loss of lives – including those of health workers, patients ... Read More
UNISON condemns violence in Israel & Gaza & calls for international law to be upheld
Message from UNISON General Secretary Christina McAnea: UNISON joins the international trade union movement, including the International Trade Union Confederation, in condemning the appalling violence against civilians in Israel and Gaza. We ... Read More
Sam Macartney Award for International Solidarity 2022 – report
Many thanks to all who helped UNISON Scotland's International Committee mark our former Chair Sam Macartney's immense contribution to international solidarity. Last Friday the inaugural award was presented to Sam’s ... Read More
