UNISON launches its manifesto for the local government elections in Scotland today, ‘For fairness and democracy: keep it local’ (1
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Child Poverty Bill
UNISON believes that tackling child poverty is an important and achievable aim. The Scottish government’s plan to restore the commitments
Read morePublic Service Futures Spring 2017
The latest edition of Public Service Futures includes articles on: public sector reform, reducing poverty and inequality, new research on health
Read moreLocal Government Budget Cuts
This briefing aims to provide some clarity for branches round the proposed budget. The local government budget is finally getting
Read moreNorth Lanarkshire Council sign UNISON’s Ethical Care Charter
UNISON congratulated North Lanarkshire Council – who have adopted UNISON’s Ethical Care Charter today. This will ensure high standards in
Read moreBriefing 084 Bargaining – Health and Social Care Delivery Plan – January 2017
KEY POINTS: • A major shift of treatment into community settings is planned • Some services and treatments will be
Read moreThe Expansion of Early Learning and Childcare
UNISON welcomes the Scottish government’s proposals to expand early learning and childcare. It is an important step in both tackling
Read moreUNISON response to the Education Governance Consultation
UNISON believes that education, including early years and childcare, should be both comprehensive and delivered free at the point of
Read moree-briefing – Local Government 2016 – Audit Scotland Overview
Audit Scotland has published its annual overview of the financial state of local government in Scotland. In accountancy terms councils
Read moreE-briefing – Autumn Statement and Scotland – Nov 2016
This briefing highlights the main implications of the UK Autumn Statement for UNISON members in Scotland. While the £800m additional capital
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