UNISON members have suffered a real terms pay cut over the last ten years. Despite the news headlines following the
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Branches call on public and politicians to love public services
Valentine’s Day protests were held across Scotland against councils’ plans to cut services and jobs, calling on the public to
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 moreDamaging impact of unfair council cuts
UNISON branches are campaigning hard against looming council budget cuts that will see more jobs lost and increasing damage to
Read moreThe Planning Bill
UNISON is concerned that the Planning Bill is about less regulation of businesses rather than improving lives. Planning was reformed
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New UNISON research by Jimmy Reid Foundation
As agreeing the Scottish Government Budget for 2018/2019 reaches a critical stage, UNISON has commisioned a new report from the
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Unions submit local government 2018 pay claim
Unions submit local government 2018 pay claim Trade unions representing local government workers across Scotland (UNISON, Unite and GMB) have
Read moreGuidance for the provision of healthcare in schools and nurseries
The Scottish government has published the long-awaited update on guidance for the provision of healthcare in schools and nurseries. The
Read morePay claim update
UNISON reps from councils across Scotland met on 1 December 2017 to map out a campaign for a pay claim
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