Yesterday, a 4 day strike by Environment Agency @unisontheunion workers was narrowly avoided, after an approved pay flexibility case was brought forward by the Agency.
In part, this is testament to our growing strength: When has No.10 ever approved a pay matter so quickly?
Yesterday, Branch Stewards Dan and Jim had a fantastic afternoon speaking to new starters for the Environment Agency at the Welcome to Yorkshire Day in Leeds.
Many thanks to the organisers and to colleagues from the EA and Prospect for the fun and interesting conversations!
A big thank you to all those working outdoors or spending time in the cold this week❄️🥶
Refuse workers, posties, care workers, environment agency, water, energy, road & rail maintenance, emergency services, and many others.
We appreciate all you do to keep things running!💜
Co-Chair Holly Vallender moving our emergency motion: Justice for Palestine: Ceasefire now!
“The killing of any healthcare worker, as we have seen repeatedly in Gaza, should appal a union that represents them themselves.”
As the dreadful scenes in Gaza continue our branch has agreed to make a donation to Medical Aid for Palestinians and the Red Cross. This follows the £10,000 donated by the national union to support the critical work of both MAP and the Red Cross.
Trans awareness week 🏳️⚧️ 13-19 November #TransAwarenessWeek
UNISON does not tolerate trans hate or anti-trans rhetoric. We are committed to fighting for equal treatment and protection from discrimination.
Read 🧵below for more info ⬇️
We've written a new blog announcing two more days of strike action, including a brief recap of the dispute, common questions answered and what you can do to help, read and share! [img: graphic with blog title]
UNISON EA members made a huge impact they prepared to support a 4 day strike last week. Talks have started on the 2023/24 pay award... they're at a very early stage. As soon as there's an offer to consult on, be sure that UNISON members will be consulted.
#EAFairPay
A nice surprise to see one of our stewards in a picture! They returned inspired and got stuck straight in.
We'll be sending some more your way soon @unisonyh ✌️😁
📚 There are still places on our "Organising Stewards" training course!
📅 20, 21, 22, 23, 27 Nov
📍 UNISON regional centre, Leeds
Closing date for applications is 12 noon on MONDAY! Contact your branch if interested.
Everything you need to know 👇
https://t.co/yDM4vBvc3b
Yesterday, a 4 day strike by Environment Agency @unisontheunion workers was narrowly avoided, after an approved pay flexibility case was brought forward by the Agency.
In part, this is testament to our growing strength: When has No.10 ever approved a pay matter so quickly?
📢 November is the TUC #YoungWorkersMonth
👉 Some of our branches have vacancies for the role of young members officer. Could you be the one to make difference in your workplace? More info 👇
https://t.co/Z8GpwYfAhE
#udmc23 Jon Richard, Asst General Secretary of UNISON, spoke to conference and the EA was singled out for the strength of feeling on pay across EA members. He praised the EA for suspending ASOS to respond to Storm Babet, as this had helped maintain public support for the EA.