Scotland in UNISON 147 December 2020

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They say they value us – it’s time to show it;
Health workers prepare for ballot on industrial action;
Happy festive season to all our members – especially to those delivering services over the holiday;
Call on branches to mark Disability History Month;
Free webinars: Good social work in a time of Covid;
STUC reports: Organising for fairness and equality; Responses to the crisis; A people’s recovery; A Scotland fit for the future;
Investment in council services is essential for communities and vital for the economy;
Members give powerful testimony to adult social care review chair;
Campaign to build back better with a ‘Just and Green Recovery’;
Health & safety training during Covid brings 340 new rep;
I’m Karen Osborne, your new legal officer;
Black History Month events call for racism to be challenged for the benefit of all;
Branch Resource Review – Listening to branches;
Universities must protect frontline staff;
Ensuring members’ rights in virtual hearings