Support staff are the heartbeat of education, enriching pupils’ lives with care, safety and encouragement. Today for Stars in ...

UNISON’s letter to trusts warns that the government’s failure to make good on overdue talks is increasing the risk of ‘serious industrial escalation’. The union also advises that funding allocations ...

Local government workers rarely seek recognition – but they deserve it. Nominate someone you know who goes above and beyond ...

UNISON had three big demands for this budget. Policy officer Anna Birley asks: how did the government measure up?

There is a major crisis within higher education. After years of low pay, below inflation offers and with the continuing cost of living crisis – your pay should be a priority. When it comes to setting ...

The unions are warning pay for council and school staff continues to lag behind many other public services. In turn, low wages have led to a recruitment and retention crisis while demand for key ...

MPs were provided with compelling evidence of how vital welfare support – particularly Personal Independence Payments (PIP) – ...

They originally requested a 5% increase plus RPI, a modest and reasonable claim given inflation and the demands of their ...

“All other day one rights are protected. Those on sick pay, access to parental rights and protection from discrimination, or for being in a union. Of course, there will be critics. But the bill and ...

School staffing shortages are harming children’s education and safety, a survey by UNISON warns today (Friday). Almost three in five (59%) support staff in schools reported having fewer colleagues ...