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July 2nd, 2019 Read More...LGBT+ SCOTLAND – OUT 7 NEWSLETTER
OUT 7 newsletter version 2
Read More...YOUNG WORKERS SUMMER TRAINING WEEKEND 2019
June 19th, 2019For more information contact our branch secretary on – 01387 257393 The programme will included introductory workshops for new young members, giving them a chance to learn about the history of unions, how they work and what role they can play. For more experienced young members, there will be a variety of workshops aimed at […]
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For UNISON, it’s solidarity forever, pledges Dave Prentis
Read More...Housing Benefit & Welfare rights roles
The introduction of Universal Credit has the potential to significantly impact on the jobs of UNISON members working in Housing Benefit & Welfare rights roles . The Bargaining and Campaigns team are keen to hear from members working in these areas about what has , or seems likely to change, in their job as a […]
Read More...Scotland in Unison May 2019
June 17th, 2019Scotland in UNISON No 137 May 2019 2 May, 2019 STUC special – reports from STUC Congress 2019; Government must use powers to make people’s lives better; Dundee home care workers defeat conditions changes; End the exploitation of dedicated care workers; National job evaluation starts in FE colleges; Boss’s pay rise slammed as Gas jobs […]
Read More...Get help with school uniform costs this summer.
May 8th, 2019 Read More...Scotland in UNISON No 137 May 2019.
http://www.unison-scotland.org/library/siumay2019.pdf
Read More...Harassment in the workplace is never OK.
If you work in healthcare and you’ve seen or experienced harassment at work, we need to hear from you. Take our survey and help UNISON stamp out unacceptable behaviour at work. #neverOK CLICK HERE FOR SURVEY
Read More...#hospify
April 9th, 2019https://www.hospify.com #hospify #Uhealth19
Read More...NMC ANNOUNCEMENT
We would like to hear from you! We are putting together our new five year plan for 2020 and beyond, outlining an ambitious vision for the NMC, and we want you to tell us what you think we should focus on. Find out more – https://www.nmc.org.uk/shapingthefuture #futureNMC #Uhealth19
Read More...Unison Health Conference 2019. Mental Health, workload and staff burn out. #UHC2019 #UHC19
April 8th, 2019 Read More...Members – £5k FREE INSURANCE
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Read More...SDMG Newsletter Spring Edition 2019
SDMG Newsletter Spring Edition 2019
Read More...Scotland in UNISON No 136 March 2019
March 14th, 2019Exposing the ‘silent slaughter’ of services. Branches challenge budget cuts across Scotland’s councils; Report says social care workers deserve fair work and fair pay; Glasgow equal pay victory explained; Glasgow women win as Communications Awards celebrate work in branches; Best council pay offer in a decade; UN Anti-Racism Day Glasgow rally 16 March Glasgow; Joint Utilities: […]
Read More...LOCAL GOVERNMENT PAY DEAL
March 1st, 2019You will be aware that whilst UNISON concluded our ballot on pay on the 31st January 2019, with members voting in record numbers to accept the offer, we have been awaiting the outcome of the two other SJC trade unions internal consultations. The GMB ballot has now also delivered a vote to accept the offer. […]
Read More...NHS Staff – A Confidential, Safe Place for Staff
February 1st, 2019Spiritual Care Lead Dawn Allan is on hand to offer holistic support to staff who would like to take in a confidential, safe space. By offering therapeutic listening, Dawn acknowledges what affects a person emotionally, mentally, physically, psychologically and spiritually. She says: “Staff are NHS Dumfries and Galloway’s most valuable assest and to have a […]
Read More...Unison Retired Members Section – Information for all
January 22nd, 2019Hi everyone, We had a very informative talk on D&G Council’s “Trusted Trader Scheme” and also a run through the various ‘scams’ which are currently in operation – in particular those aimed at older persons. The speaker, Fiona Adrain, asked me to draw members attention to a survey which is being carried out to help […]
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January 17th, 2019 Read More...Ireland walking challenge
January 9th, 20190443-18 Ireland walking challenge
Read More...UNISON DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY AGM
To let you know that the 2019 UNISON Dumfries and Galloway Branch AGM will take place on the 27th February in the Cairndale Hotel, Dumfries at 5pm. We are seeking, nominations for Branch Officers and Stewards posts and Branch motions. The relevant forms are available from the Branch office or website. Motions should be received […]
Read More...Vote
You can vote on the revised pay offer here:- https://unison.tfaforms.net/56 or you can phone 0800 0857 857. Please note you will need your membership number or National insurance number
Read More...Pay offer voting
Check your emails (and your junk folder) for your voting link – or check out details on the website http://www.unison-scotland.org/local-govt-pay-online-ballot-call-to-accept-offer/
Read More...Council Pay Offer
So what is the new pay off you may ask !!! The full offer from the Councils to the unions- COSLA is now proposing an offer which covers a three year period, from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2021. If agreed the award for 2018 will be backdated to the 1 April 2018 application […]
Read More...BREXIT
November 17th, 2018A Message Sent on Behalf of TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady Last night the UK government published the full text of the Withdrawal Agreement and Political Declaration, after the Cabinet took the collective decision to back the Brexit deal. Over the last 24 hours, we’ve seen a government spiralling out of control. As ever, the […]
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Read More...UNISON POCKET DIARIES 2019
November 15th, 2018Unison Pocket Diaries now available free to Dumfries & Galloway members on a first come first served basis. Pop in to your local office or speak to your steward ASAP. It was agreed at our last branch meeting due to cost and waste last year we would purchase 400 diaries and make them available this […]
Read More...Ballot – LG members
October 19th, 2018UNISON members, the ballot on our pay offer is now open. You should get an email in the next couple of days giving details of how to vote. If you don’t get an email you can vote by going to https://unison.tfaforms.net/52 or by phoning Unison Direct on 08000 857 857. The ballot closes on November […]
Read More...Third Sector Employees
August 24th, 2018Click on the link below for more information about Specialist healthcare support to help you remain at work, or make a healthy return to work. For Companies with less than 250 employees. Working Health Service Scotland – 0800 019 2211
Read More...Letter Re North West Campus
August 22nd, 2018Dear all That was very useful to meet yesterday to discuss concerns regarding NWCC and staffing working in this new environment. As we agreed I would issue you a note on the key items you were raising. As you are aware there was an incident with a sprinkler pipe causing damage to a ceiling, this […]
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