The government has cut services for those suffering from domestic violence or abuse: 60% of refuge services and 75% of outreach services have had their funding cut since […]
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Christmas is coming – and the number of people, including UNISON members, having to rely on food banks is growing
UNISON took away some financial pressure after a member’s partner died of cancer
Our Catalan Pyrenean challenge 25 miles in 3 days walking in the stunning Pyrenees of Catalonia and raising funds for UNISON’s own charity From the coast to the mountains, from sea to crag, from sandy beach to shady Mediterranean forest – take in the diverse and changing natural landscapes in Catalonia. Furthermore walks have a relaxed pace with time to take […]
Liz Potter’s double mastectomy following breast cancer left her determined to speak up for the NHS
Liz Potter was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in the summer of 2013 at the age of 49.
Cavell Trust research shows importance of union’s support for members as well as campaigning and negotiation on ‘an issue for everyone’
‘Thousands die each winter because they cannot afford to heat their homes’, union and campaign group Fuel Poverty Action warn
Get help staying warm this winter With rising fuel costs and another cold winter looming, many members are worried about how they’re going to pay this year’s Winter fuel bills. Help is at hand There for You, UNISON’s own charity has set up a limited fund to help UNISON members on low income by way […]
To stop UK hunger we must make sure the welfare system works fairly and compassionately.” The […]
To stop UK hunger we must make sure the welfare system works fairly and compassionately.” The […]
As Britain succumbs to a poverty crisis, food banks are calling on people’s support to help those less fortunate, including children, who are facing hunger. Between April and September this year the Trussell Trust distributed more than 500,000 emergency food parcels to people in crisis – over 188,500 of them to children. That means that for the […]
“My wages only just cover all the household bills. I had to get another job - five nights a week, in the afterschool club – just so I had enough […]
Get help with school uniform costs this summer form UNISON’s own welfare arm There for you
Join the UNISON lottery – win cash prizes AND support our charity, There for You