UNISON, the largest trade union in local government, have today served notice of strike action in eight local authorities. The

The August Branch newsletter is now available, click on the link below to read

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

In response to COSLA meeting with the Scottish government today (Friday), to discuss local government pay increase, Johanna Baxter, UNISON Scotland

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

The latest edition of UNISON Scotland’s Scotland in UNISON is now available Articles this month include: Pay rises and public

COSLA are missing in action in pay talks and have clearly had no discussions with the Scottish Government about resolving

Branch Secretary Robin Taggart gives an update for Council members. “I am briefing all members on the council’s budget position

Branch Secretary Robin Taggart gives an update on the Pay Ballot for Council members “Our members in schools and early years

Thousands of council workers across Scotland have voted to take industrial action which will disrupt schools, early years centres, nurseries

If you’ve received a Ballot Paper for the Scottish Local Government Pay Dispute, Selective Strike Ballot please remember to post

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

The July Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Local Government Pay Ballot Become a UNISON Steward Council Budget

UNISON Inverclyde are delighted to continue our sponsorship of Greenock Morton for the 2022/23 Championship season with a trackside advertising

Council members continue to contact the Branch asking this very important question so we are taking the opportunity to give

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Tracey Dalling, head of UNISON Scotland, the largest union in Scottish local government has called on councillors to defend local

All Members working in Schools and Early Years Establishments As you will be aware all of our members working in

Branch Secretary Robin Taggart gives an update on the Council Budget. Members may have seen reports in the local press

The June Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Local Government Pay Ballot Social Work Scotland Report There for

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

UNISON’s Welfare Charity, There for You, will be launching the 2022 School Clothing Grant on 24th June 2022. The fund

If you’re in one of the balloted groups please remember to return your ballot paper – pop it in the

Delegates from UNISON Inverclyde are at the UNISON conference UK 2022 in Brighton this week. UNISON Scotland is publishing conference

The June Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Local Government Pay Ballot Social Work Scotland Report There for

It can often be tricky to figure out which benefits you are eligible for and how to claim. Check now

UNISON will start an industrial action ballot today for 25,000 local government workers in schools, early years, waste and recycling

Hundreds of UNISON members in Inverclyde schools and early years establishments will be balloted for strike action as part of

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

UNISON’s Welfare Charity, There for You, will be launching the 2022 School Clothing Grant on 24th June 2022. The fund

UNISON, Scotland’s largest union, has today warned that strikes will see school closures and waste piling up on the streets

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

UNISON, Scotland’s largest social work union, has welcomed the latest report from Social Work Scotland published last week but says

Tracey Dalling, UNISON’s Scottish Secretary, said: “This is a desperate day for public services that will have catastrophic consequences for

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

UNISON, responding to Account Commission report: Local Government in Scotland Overview 2022, has called on the Scottish government to adequately

The May Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Local Government Pay update Disabled Members Access to Work Compensate

The next in the series of Radical Social Work Webinars, organised by UNISON Social Work Issues Group and Glasgow Caledonian

Branch Young Members Officer Ryan MacSween gives his thoughts about Democratic Double Standards below. Now the dust has settled on

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

UNISON Inverclyde congratulates the Branch Labour Link Officer, Francesca Brennan on her successful result in the Council elections last week.

The May Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Local Government Pay update Disabled Members Access to Work Compensate

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

UNISON is urging Humza Yousaf, Scottish Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, to increase mileage allowances for social care

A memorial service was held today in Clyde Square, Greenock to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day. Inverclyde Council hosted the

On 28 April each year, International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD) is a time to remember those who have died either

The April Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Local Government Pay update Branch wins best publication UNISON Scotland

UNISON members working in local government have indicated their willingness to take some form of industrial action, up to and

Local Government Members – Have you voted in the consultative strike ballot on the current Local Government pay offer yet?

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Burgeoning caseloads and endless pressure, can Scotland’s frontline social work staff expect much from the forthcoming May elections? This 12th

All UNISON members working in Scottish Local Government should today have received a consultative ballot by email. (Please give it

UNISON Scotland welcome COLSA’s response to the Scottish Government Spending Review Framework Consultation, particularly the call for greater investment and

The April Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Local Government Pay update Branch wins best publication UNISON Scotland

I am Ryan Macsween (M/23) and I was elected, uncontested, the Young Members Officer for this branch. The very fact

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

At the UNISON Scottish Council held on Saturday 2nd April the following statement on Ukraine was agreed. UNISON Scottish Council

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

UNISON, Scotland’s largest union, will consult local government members on taking industrial action over pay. The decision was made today

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: Glasgow women strike vote forces equal pay

The March Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Branch AGM Review Removing Barriers Webinar Council Hybrid Working Young

Branch Communications Officer Dougie Maclean outlines the Branch position on the new Council Hybrid Working Pilot. This month has seen

The Branch Young Members Officer is Ryan McSween and he introduces himself here. My name is Ryan, I’m 23, and

Out is out. The UNISON Scotland LGBT+ national newsletter brings you up to date on their activities around GRA Reform

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

UNISON Local Organiser Joseph Lynch gave an insight to the proposed National Care Service at the Branch AGM and explains

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The March Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Branch AGM Review Removing Barriers Webinar Council Hybrid Working Young

Scotland’s largest public sector trade union has announced on International Women’s Day – the appointment of its first female Scottish

The Branch Young Members Officer is Ryan McSween and he introduces himself here. My name is Ryan, I’m 23, and

Local government trade unions have yesterday rejected outright a pay offer from COSLA which would have seen a percentage increase

This week has seen the start of the rollout of the 12 month Hybrid Working Pilot across many areas of

Branch Secretary Robin Taggart gives an update on the recent Council budget Inverclyde Council agreed it’s budget last month and

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

The Branch held its Annual General Meeting on Monday 28th February 2022 virtually and was formally opened by the Branch

The February Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Local Government Pay Branch AGM There for You Winter Fuel

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Monday 28th February 2022 (Virtual) The meeting will be held at 12.30 virtually due to

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

UNISON has dedicated 2022 to a year long national campaigning and organising strategy to support and celebrate disabled workers. Scotland

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

The February Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Local Government Pay Branch AGM There for You Winter Fuel

BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Monday 28th February 2022 (Virtual) Please note that the Branch Annual General Meeting will take

UNISON’s winter fuel grant programme opened for applications on Monday 31 January 2022. It offers grants of up to £200

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: Year of Disabled Workers launched; They’re back:

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The January Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Branch AGM Cinema Treat thanks Care staff are being taken

Dear Colleague BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Monday 28th February 2022 (Virtual) Please note that the Branch Annual General Meeting

UNISON’s winter fuel grant programme will open for applications on Monday 31 January 2022. It offers grants of up to

Council members continue to ask this very important question especially as more start to return to the office after working

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Local government trade unions have today submitted a joint pay claim to COSLA calling for a ‘fair and decent’ pay

Branch Secretary Robin Taggart gives an update on the upcoming Inverclyde Council Budget. Later next month the council will meet

The January Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Branch AGM Cinema Treat thanks Care staff are being taken

Dear Colleague BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Monday 28th February 2022 (Virtual) Please note that the Branch Annual General Meeting

We are all living through an overwhelmingly challenging time at the moment. One that’s affecting all of us in many

The Branch AGM will be held on Monday 28th February at 12.30pm and the plan is for the meeting to

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

The Branch would like to wish all of our members a Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year – especially to

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is still available: Articles include: 150,000 call for action on climate change;

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

A message from UNISON Scotland Convener, Lilian Macer, to all UNISON members: “With the Scottish Government announcements about increased Covid

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

In a UNISON survey of over 6000 local government pension fund members almost 9 in 10 (88%) are calling for

Please do not attend the cinema if you or any members of your household are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. When

There are still some tickets remaining for the Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon showings of Boxing Day. We have decided

Members of Scotland’s largest local government union have voted to accept a pay deal after the union secured an additional

Social work staff are struggling to deliver the services that children and families need due to understaffing, underfunding and a

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: 150,000 call for action on climate change;

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

UNISON Scotland has surveyed Social Care members on their experiences during the ongoing staff shortages and it’s clear that something

UNISON Scotland’s local government consultative Pay ballot is now open. You will have received an email with a link and

The November Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Christmas Cinema Treat returns Local Government Pay Ballot COP26, Global

The link for the Members Christmas Cinema Treat is now open, click on the link below to log in and

The Branch is delighted to announce the return of the Members Christmas Cinema Treat at the Waterfront Cinema on the

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

When: 8 November 2021 – 12:00pm–1:00pm Where: Streamed online On Monday 8 November Christina McAnea, general secretary, will launch our

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Strike threats from UNISON have won an improved £48m pay offer from COSLA. The union have suspended strikes across Scotland

Local government unions have issued notices of industrial action to local authorities across Scotland in a dispute over pay for

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is still available: Articles include: Dundee University UNISON strike to protect pensions;

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The latest edition of OUT – UNISON Scotland’s LGBT+ newsletter is now available. Click on the link below or visit

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: Dundee University UNISON strike to protect pensions;

The September Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Council workers, backbone of community Scottish Government Programme UNISON welcomes

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

The September Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Council workers, backbone of community Scottish Government Programme UNISON welcomes

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

In the build- up to COP26, from 18th to 26th September UNISON members will be marking Green UNISON Week, using

UNISON Inverclyde is fighting for better pay for Local Governement Workers not just here but across Scotland. Our community understands

UNISON’s general secretary Christina McAnea hosted a virtual pay rally last week to mark the launch of the union’s formal

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

As UNISON Scotland launches a formal targeted ballot on strike action, join UNISON for a live streamed pay rally as

UNISON Inverclyde is fighting for better pay for Local Governement Workers not just here but across Scotland. Our community understands

The August Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Tackling mental health at work UNISON Welfare, there for you

UNISON, Scotland’s largest local government union, has informed employers this week that it is to conduct a formal ballot of

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

UNISON hold regular JCC’s with Home Care management to discuss the concerns of our members. We have a number of

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The August Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Tackling mental health at work UNISON Welfare, there for you

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Two new reports from UNISON Scotland launched in The Herald on Sunday 1st August are about supporting branches to tackle

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: GREEN UNISON WEEK AND COP26 GLASGOW CLIMATE

The July Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Slap in the face for Local Government employees Branch Stewards

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

The July Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Slap in the face for Local Government employees Branch Stewards

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

UNISON Inverclyde is fighting for better pay for Local Governement Workers not just here but across Scotland. Our community understands

UNISON Inverclyde are delighted to continue our sponsorship of Greenock Morton for the 2021/22 Championship season with a trackside advertising

UNISON Scotland members working in Local Government in Scotland were asked to complete a survey conducted between 26th March 2021

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The June Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: It’s your pay, fight for it! Stress at work Remember

UNISON has once again launched a scheme to help members on low incomes deal with the cost of buying school

UNISON Inverclyde is fighting for better pay for Local Governement Workers not just here but across Scotland. Our community understands

UNISON Scotland members working in Local Government in Scotland were asked to complete a survey conducted between 26th March 2021

The June Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: It’s your pay, fight for it! Stress at work Remember

Council members continue to ask this very important question especially as more start to return to the office after working

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: Council workers plan action on ‘derisory’ offer;

Colleagues UNISON is currently making preparations for an Industrial Action Ballot of members, following the recent pay consultation result, where

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Scotland’s local government workers have revealed the enormous toll on their health as they’ve worked to keep services running, according

Unison Inverclyde have been delighted to sponsor Greenock Morton during the 2020/21 Championship season with a trackside advertising board at

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

The May Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: National Executive Council Elections Greenock Morton Sponsorship Labour Link update

The National Executive Council (NEC) is made up of representatives elected from all of UNISON’s regions and service groups, as

UNISON, the largest trade union in Scotland’s councils, representing 80,000 local government workers across Scotland, are beginning preparations for a

With less than a week until the Scottish Parliament elections please take the chance to read UNISON Scotland’s manifesto, Essential

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

UNISON, the largest trade union in local government representing 80,000 local government workers across Scotland, has voted overwhelmingly to reject

UNISON Inverclyde observed a minute’s silence today as it remembered all the health, care and other key workers who have

If you are a Local Government member please remember to vote in the consultative ballot. If you haven’t received your

The April Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Local Government members pay ballot UNISON election manifesto Early Years

The STUC and Scottish Hazards have organised a joint online event to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD). This year’s

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Scotland’s local government workers have revealed the enormous toll on their health as they’ve worked to keep services running, according

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

UNISON member’s entitled to pay awards negotiated by the Scottish Joint Council (SJC) for Local Government Employees have the right

Essential for Recovery UNISON’s manifesto for the Scottish Parliament elections 2021, puts UNISON policy and concerns into the political arena

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The April Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Local Government members pay ballot UNISON election manifesto Early Years

The latest edition of OUT – UNISON Scotland’s LGBT+ newsletter is now available. It contains dates of network meetings, updates

UNISON Scotland knows that the past year has been difficult for all our members working across local government. Whether you

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Essential for Recovery UNISON’s manifesto for the Scottish Parliament elections 2021, puts UNISON policy and concerns into the political arena

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: UNISON Scotland’s manifesto: Vote for public services

The Joint Trade Unions representing the bulk of local government workers in Scotland have today written to COSLA to reject

Life is busy and uncertain. Things can go wrong on the day and sometimes we miss the chance to have

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

UNISON Scotland knows that the past year has been difficult for all our members working across local government. Whether you

The March Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Branch AGM review UNISON celebrates women workers UNISON Labour Link

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

UNISON, the union for local government workers, says a pay offer put forward by COSLA on Tuesday is a ‘slap

The Covid-19 response by Inverclyde Council and the efforts in fellow public services has been immense. Councils have been flexible,

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The March Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Branch AGM review UNISON celebrates women workers UNISON Labour Link

Life is busy and uncertain. Things can go wrong on the day and sometimes we miss the chance to have

Commenting on yesterday’s Scottish budget, UNISON’s Scottish Secretary Mike Kirby said: “The Scottish government had an opportunity to show it

International Women’s Day, held annually on 8 March, is historically rooted in the trade union movement. Originally named ‘International Working

The Branch held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 3rd March 2021 virtually and was formally opened by Branch Chairperson

The February Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Branch AGM (virtual) Public Sector Pay UNISON Labour Link update

UNISON, UNITE and GMB have written to Scottish council leaders calling for action on pay. The move follows a meeting

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Press release issued by Quarriers & UNISON on Friday The Scottish Government announcement of a £500 thank you payment for

The Covid-19 response by Inverclyde Council and the efforts in fellow public services has been immense. Councils have been flexible,

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Branch Lifelong Learning Officer Calum McLellan is taking the opportunity to highlight Inverclyde Council’s Poverty Fund Questionnaire. Inverclyde Council are

The February Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Branch AGM (virtual) Public Sector Pay UNISON Labour Link update

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the Branch by telephone on 01475

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: Mike Kirby takes our key priorities to

UNISON Scotland welcomes the recommendations from the Independent Review of Adult Social Care in Scotland (chaired by Derek Feeley) that

A reminder that the Branch Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 3rd March 2021 (Virtual) The meeting will

Mike Kirby, UNISON’s Scottish Secretary said, on the Scottish government’s budget statement and public sector pay policy for 2021-22 which

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Scotland’s largest trade union, UNISON, is urging the Scottish Government to make funding public services its priority in Thursday’s budget

The January Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Branch AGM Council members Covid advice UNISON elects new General

If you’re worried about the cost of turning the heating on this winter, our winter fuel grants scheme will be

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

The January Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Branch AGM Council members Covid advice UNISON elects new General

TO ALL MEMBERS Dear Colleague BRANCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – Wednesday 3rd March 2021 (Virtual) Please note that the Branch

UNISON is able to support members with several different forms of financial assistance, ranging from COVID-19 specific grants, debt advice

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the the Branch by telephone on

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Colleagues Below is a letter that is being issued to all members in Schools and early years establishments. Robin Taggart

Colleagues Inverclyde now has one of the highest levels of covid-19 infections in Scotland with 578 of 100,000 people infected.

Dear Colleague Firstly can I wish all of you a very Happy New Year. I hope that it proved to

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The Branch would like to wish all of our members a Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year – especially to

The Branch Office will be closed from 24th December until 5th January, if any Members have any concerns or issues

Dear Colleague Please find below a copy of guidance which was issued to all managers yesterday following the announcement by

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The December Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Council Budget update STUC Congress #PlugTheGap UNISON Labour Link update

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

UNISON Inverclyde is calling for the Scottish Government’s £500 bonus payment (full time equivalent) to NHS and Social Care staff

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Trade Unions representing the bulk of the Local Government workforce today submitted their 2021 pay claim to COSLA. The claim

A reminder that Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is still available: Articles include: They say they value

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the the Branch by telephone on

No Going Back to Normal – campaign update UNISON Scotland regional secretary Mike Kirby said: Thank you for supporting UNISON’s

The December Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: Council Budget update STUC Congress #PlugTheGap UNISON Labour Link update

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

UNISON has always given its members the choice of opting in to its affiliated political fund, that gives them a

Branch Secretary Robin Taggart gives members an update on the upcoming Council Budget. On the 3rd December Inverclyde council agreed

UNISON Scotland will mount a strong campaign to win the £500 payment announced by the Scottish Government for ALL local

Commenting on Monday’s announcement by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, UNISON Scotland regional secretary Mike Kirby said: “We welcome today’s announcement

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: They say they value us – it’s

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the the Branch by telephone on

Commenting on the Chancellor’s comprehensive spending review yesterday, UNISON Scottish secretary Mike Kirby (pictured below) said: “The COVID-19 pandemic has

The November Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: #PlugTheGap UNISON Labour Link update Quarriers Pay Claim update Council

If you are a member and you are experiencing financial difficulties, whatever the circumstances, There for You can offer you

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

The Scottish government must fund local councils properly to keep communities safe and rebuild the country following the pandemic. UNISON

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

UNISON Scotland’s Social Work Issues Group has set up one hour monthly lunchtime webinar series which will look at front

The November Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: #PlugTheGap UNISON Labour Link update Quarriers Pay Claim update Council

At the next Policy & Resources committee the council will consider a jobs recovery plan for Inverclyde. The proposal is

If you are a member and you are experiencing financial difficulties, whatever the circumstances, There for You can offer you

UNISON has always given its members the choice of opting in to its affiliated political fund, that gives them a

UNISON Inverclyde Branch have submitted a pay claim on behalf of members to Quarriers senior management team. Pay discussions are

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the the Branch by telephone on

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

UNISON, the public services union has launched the #PlugTheGap campaign to protect our Council services. UNISON’s campaign is calling for:

UNISON, the public services union has responded to Public Health Scotland report. Deborah Clarke, UNISON head of community said: “Throughout

UNISON, the public services union, has given a strong welcome to Friday’s announcement by Nicola Sturgeon that priority testing is

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

The October Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: No Going back to Normal UNISON Labour Link update Branch

UNISON has always given its members the choice of opting in to its affiliated political fund, that gives them a

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

The following article is a general guide and as the Branch covers a variety of employers there will be variations

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the the Branch by telephone on

The October Branch newsletter is now available: In this issue: No Going back to Normal UNISON Labour Link update Branch

UNISON has always given its members the choice of opting in to its affiliated political fund, that gives them a

UNISON Inverclyde are delighted to continue their sponsorship of Greenock Morton for the 2020/21 Championship season with a trackside advertising

UNISON Inverclyde Branch provides a service to over 2400 members across a number of public sector employers in Inverclyde and

If you are a member and you are experiencing financial difficulties, whatever the circumstances, UNISON’s welfare charity, There for You

Did you know that you can qualify to become a retired member if you were a UNISON member continuously for

Unison Scotland’s latest edition of Scotland in Unison is now available: Articles include: No Going Back To Normal; Organising during

We are always looking for members to get more involved in the Branch and there are various roles that you

Looking beyond the pandemic – UNISON have launched our campaign for improved public services and working conditions for those who

Now more than ever, is the time to ensure that we hold the correct and up to date details for

Don’t forget the Branch has Facebook and Twitter pages where you can catch up with the local Branch news and

Colleagues, Further to the First Minister’s announcements on Tuesday, the council are planning to review existing home working arrangements. This

You’re on mute!’ Is a frequent cry during online meetings. #Don’tStayonMute campaign aims to reassure people who are suffering from

The September Branch newsletter is still available: In this issue: Covid update for Council members UNISON Scotland welcomes Independent Review

UNISON has always given its members the choice of opting in to its affiliated political fund, that gives them a

If you are a member and you are experiencing financial difficulties, whatever the circumstances, UNISON’s welfare charity, There for You

Looking beyond the pandemic – UNISON have launched our campaign for improved public services and working conditions for those who

UNISON Inverclyde Branch provides a service to over 2400 members across a number of public sector employers in Inverclyde and

If any Members have any concerns or issues please contact your workplace steward or the the Branch by telephone on