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So you want to work for UNISON?

16 December 2024 1:30pm–2:30pm

Online webinar

If you’re passionate about public service workers getting a fair deal and want to help them win one, a job with UNISON could just be for you. We’re getting ready to recruit new local organisers to get stuck into strategic organising projects across the Eastern region. Join one of our two, one-hour So you want […]

A graphic reading: Word for UNISON

So you want to work for UNISON?

12 December 2024 5:00pm–6:00pm

Online webinar

If you’re passionate about public service workers getting a fair deal and want to help them win one, a job with UNISON could just be for you. We’re getting ready to recruit new local organisers to get stuck into strategic organising projects across the Eastern region. Join one of our two, one-hour So you want […]

Regional social care forum

25 November 2024 4:30pm–6:00pm

Online

The social care forum brings together UNISON Eastern members working in social care to discuss and decide what we do in the region in social care, planning training and campaigns. It’s open to any UNISON member working in social care in the Eastern region. Fill in your details to register and we’ll send you the […]

Standing up for migrant care workers: casework briefing

10 September 2024 2:00pm–3:30pm

Online webinar

UNISON is committed to recruiting, representing and organising migrant workers in social care, but the complexity of immigration rules and ever-shifting government policy presents a real challenge to activists, caseworkers and staff when serious issues arise. This briefing is designed to support activists and caseworkers address the exploitation of migrant care workers with resources, advice […]

What is UNISON’s Year of LGBT+ Workers?

9 September 2024 12:30pm–1:00pm

Team webinar

UNISON has declared 2024 the Year of LGBT+ Workers. It’s a chance to put LGBT+ workers in the spotlight, celebrating our achievements and renewing our fight for equality. All UNISON members in the Eastern region — especially ones who aren’t already involved in UNISON’s LGBT+ groups — are invited to join us for a half-hour […]

What is UNISON’s Year of LGBT+ Workers?

4 September 2024 12:30pm–1:00pm

Team webinar

UNISON has declared 2024 the Year of LGBT+ Workers. It’s a chance to put LGBT+ workers in the spotlight, celebrating our achievements and renewing our fight for equality. All UNISON members in the Eastern region — especially ones who aren’t already involved in UNISON’s LGBT+ groups — are invited to join us for a half-hour […]

UNISON’s social workers’ manifesto and your professional registration

12 July 2024 12:00pm–1:00pm

Online

Social workers from the east of England are invited to this fantastic webinar to explain the new social workers’ manifesto and get information on how UNISON can help when problems with your Social Work England registration arise. Hear from UNISON local government national officer Gill Archer and Rhea Mills of UNISON’s Professional Services Unit, with […]

Understanding market-related pay and market forces supplements

19 June 2024 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online

Ever wondered what phrases like market supplements mean? Has your employer proposed that some staff get a pay increase but not others because of market factors? Curious about whether this is something we can agree to and what the implications might be for UNISON? Look no further! Join us for a complete beginners guide to […]

Members of the brigade visit a hospital where they hold a UNISON flag with a doctor

Cuba May Day Brigade

21 April – 3 May 2024

Cuba

UNISON Eastern is sending two young members on the 2024 May Day Brigade to Cuba. This is a unique opportunity to experience the gains of the Cuban revolution first hand, meeting ordinary Cubans in their workplaces, communities and trade unions. The two Eastern young members will take part in the UNISON delegation, joining delegates from […]

Council and school pay – what’s happening?

2 May 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm

Online

Local council and school staff provide essential public services but are struggling with the cost of living after years of sub-par pay rises. UNISON members are fighting for a pay rise that undoes years of austerity. Find out what’s happening at our webinar with UNISON Eastern regional organisers Winston and Shane. Come along and stand […]

Beginner’s guide to equal pay

1 May 2024 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online

Have you heard the term equal pay used and wondered what it actually means? Wonder no more, this is the webinar for you. Tell me more! More than 50 years since Labour brought in the 1970 Equal Pay Act, employers still think they can get away with paying women less. In fact, women effectively work […]

Council and school pay – what’s happening?

29 April 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm

Online

Local council and school staff provide essential public services but are struggling with the cost of living after years of sub-par pay rises. UNISON members are fighting for a pay rise that undoes years of austerity. Find out what’s happening at our webinar with UNISON Eastern regional organisers Winston and Shane. Come along and stand […]

UNISON Eastern Labour Link AGM

19 March 2024 11:00am–2:00pm

UNISON Centre, 130 Euston Road, London NW1 2AY

The 2024 UNISON Eastern Labour Link annual general meeting and forum will be held at UNISON Centre in London. It is open to any Labour Link-affiliated UNISON member in the Eastern region. Tell me more The forum and AGM will Receive the secretary’s and chair’s reports from 2023, Review the annual spend from regional budget […]

What is a union learning rep and why do we need more?

2 February 2024 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online

Have you ever wondered what a union learning rep (ULR) does? Are you curious about how a learning rep could benefit your branch and your members? Join us for this webinar to explore the role of a union learning rep, the types of issues they deal with and practical tasks they are likely to undertake […]

A graphic reading: Word for UNISON

Ever wanted to work for UNISON Eastern?

22 January 2024 6:00pm–7:00pm

Online

If you’re passionate about public service workers getting a fair deal and want to help them win one, a job with UNISON could just be for you. We’re getting ready to recruit two new local organisers to get stuck into strategic organising projects across the Eastern region. Join one of our two, one-hour Ever Wanted […]