UNISON documents database
This database is home to most UNISON documents, some produced by the Communications unit (glossy brochures, posters, leaflets), some by service groups (reports, circulars, bulletins) and others from more miscellaneous sources.
The purpose of this database is to provide users with PDF versions of these documents for download. These can be adapted by branches for local use. Many of the documents have alternate online HTML versions for viewing too.
Members and branches should also note that all stock items produced by the Communications unit are available for bulk order via our online catalogue at 
www.unison.org.uk/catalogue
Finally, please note that all documents on this website are COPYRIGHT UNISON. Any copying of material in the documents, other than that for personal or official UNISON use, is against the law and may result in legal action.
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Probation Members Bulletin - Winter 2012Published: 7 February 2012
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The Probation Members Winter Bulletin includes articles on stand taken by members to defend their pensions, UNISON's case for saving the probation service and acceptance of the pay deal.
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Police and Justice Conference and Autumn BulletinPublished: 7 February 2012
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This bulletin includes information on the first Police and Justice Service Group Conference.
Police and Justice Conference and Autumn Bulletin
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What's a Care pension scheme?Published: 7 February 2012
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Leaflet for branches
What's a Care pension scheme?
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What's happening to NHS pensions?Published: 6 February 2012
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Leaflet for branches.
What's happening to NHS pensions?
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Whats a Care pension scheme?Published: 6 February 2012
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Leaflet for branches.
Whats a Care pension scheme?
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Trans equality in post-school educationPublished: 3 February 2012
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Updated advice from Forum for sexual orientation and gender identity in post-school education, published by UNISON. Acrobat PDF (783965 bytes)
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Consultation responses - Jan 2012Published: 31 January 2012
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Response on TUPE:  Word document (179200 bytes)Response on redundancy regulations: Word document (149504 bytes)
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LGPS Newsletter - 12Published: 30 January 2012
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Negotiations on the LGPS begin in earnest
LGPS Newsletter - 12
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Negotiators' Briefing Issue 2 Jan 2012Published: 30 January 2012
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International activist report: Anne Stokle from Rangoon, Burma - December 2011Published: 24 January 2012
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Anne Stokles December report from Rangoon, Burma. Anne Stokle is a UNISON member and international activist living on the Thai-Burmese border. She supports a range of community groups and a trade union capacity building project with a Burmese trade union federation.  Anne Stokle's December report from Rangoon
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International activist report: Anne Stokle from Pathein, Burma - December 2011Published: 24 January 2012
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Anne Stokles Christmas report from Pathein, Burma. Anne Stokle is a UNISON member and international activist living on the Thai-Burmese border. She supports a range of community groups and a trade union capacity building project with a Burmese trade union federation. Anne Stokle's Christmas report from Pathein
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International activist report: Anne Stokle meets Aung San Suu Kyi - December 2011Published: 24 January 2012
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Anne Stokle presents the Burmese pro-democracy leader with the 'Freedom of the City of Newcastle' award at the National League for Democracy (NLD)headquarters in Burma. Anne Stokle is a UNISON member and international activist living on the Thai-Burmese border. She supports a range of community groups and a trade union capacity building project with a Burmese trade union federation. Anne Stokle meets Aung San Suu Kyi - December 2011
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2012 Health Conference - Preliminary AgendaPublished: 23 January 2012
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The Preliminary Agenda for the 2012 Health Care Service Group Conference. 2012 Health Conference - Preliminary Agenda
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LGPS Briefing - Powerpoint PresentationPublished: 20 January 2012
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Powerpoint presentation on LGPS principles and timetable
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Black Action: Spring 2012Published: 19 January 2012
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Inside this issue: Stephen Lawrence - some justice at last; Putting race back on the agenda; Organising outsourced workers; Pensions campaign - Black workers fighting for their future; Treatment of Black people within the criminal justice systems - The struggle for justice; Sickle cell and thalassaemia and many more.Acrobat PDF (6821877 bytes)
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Facility Time GuidePublished: 18 January 2012
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National Women's Committee Annual ReportPublished: 16 January 2012
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The Annual report will be moved formally at conference on the morning of Friday 17th February. Please note that only written questions on the report will be accepted. If a UNISON branch of regional women's group wish to submit a question, they must do so in writing to Sharon Greene, MPU 130 Euston Rd, London NW1 2AY or s.greene@unison.co.uk - no later than 5pm on 6th February.
National Women's Committee Annual Report
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LGPS Newsletter - 11Published: 16 January 2012
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UNISON's decision to proceed with negotiations over the Local Government Pension Scheme for England and Wales
LGPS Newsletter - 11
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Statement on Winsor Part 1 NegotiationsPublished: 16 January 2012
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The Police Staff Council Pay and Reward Working Party, which is negotiating the detail of the Winsor recommendations for police staff, met on 12 January 2012. The working party considered two questions in particular:
Statement on Winsor Part 1 Negotiations
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2012 UNISON National Delegate Conference BulletinPublished: 12 January 2012
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The 2012 UNISON National Delegate Conference Bulletin2012 National Delegate Conference Bulletin
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2012 UNISON Local Government Service Group Conference BulletinPublished: 11 January 2012
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The Bulletin for 2012 UNISON Local Government Service Group Conference containing all the relevant information, forms and documents. 2012 UNISON Local Government Service Group Conference Bulletin
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2012 UNISON Women's Conference GuidePublished: 11 January 2012
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The 2012 UNISON Women's Conference Guide2012 UNISON Women's Conference Guide
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2012 UNISON Women's Conference - Final AgendaPublished: 11 January 2012
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2012 National Black Members Conference - Final AgendaPublished: 11 January 2012
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The Final Agenda for the UNISON 2012 National Black Members Conference 2012 UNISON National Black Members Conference - Final Agenda
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2012 Water, Environment and Transport Conference BulletinPublished: 9 January 2012
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The Bulletin for 2012 UNISON Water, Environment and Transport Conference containing all the relevant information, forms and documents. 2012 UNISON Water, Environment and Transport Conference Bulletin
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2012 UNISON Energy Service Group Conference BulletinPublished: 9 January 2012
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The Bulletin for 2012 UNISON Energy Service Group Conference containing all the relevant information, forms and documents. 2012 UNISON Energy Service Group Conference Bulletin
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Education Programme January - August 2012Published: 4 January 2012
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GLR Education Programme January - August 2012Acrobat PDF (1203187 bytes)
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Education Calendar of Courses January - August 2012Published: 4 January 2012
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Education Calendar of Courses January - August 2012Acrobat PDF (46962 bytes)
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LGPS Newsletter - 10Published: 4 January 2012
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LGPS Newsletter - 10
LGPS Newsletter - 10
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PAY 2012 - Difficult negotiations commencePublished: 3 January 2012
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UNISON BG Pay Bulletin Dec 11
PAY 2012 - Difficult negotiations commence
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Education and Training Programme 2012/13Published: 2 January 2012
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Programme of training available in 2012/13 for activists and members
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Application Form and PFR FormPublished: 1 January 2012
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Course fees and cancellationsPublished: 1 January 2012
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Course fees and cancellation guidelines 2012/13
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Application for time off formPublished: 1 January 2012
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Inform your line manager that you are seeking approval for time off.
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UNISON commentary on NHS pension scheme Heads of AgreementPublished: 23 December 2011
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UNISON commentary on the NHS Pension Scheme Heads of Agreement (HoA). Please note that the Heads of Agreement is the government's final offer to unions in health it is not an agreement or deal.
UNISON commentary on NHS pension scheme Heads of Agreement
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NHS Pension Scheme Heads of AgreementPublished: 20 December 2011
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Heads of Agreement on the scheme design for the NHS Pension Scheme to be introduced in 2015.
NHS Pension Scheme Heads of Agreement
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LGPS Newsletter - 9Published: 20 December 2011
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Joint agreement on principles and timetable for discussions on the future of the LGPS in England and Wales.
LGPS Newsletter - 9
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2011 LGBT Conference: Record of DecisionsPublished: 16 December 2011
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Record of decisions of 2011 LGBT Conference.Acrobat PDF (182784 bytes)
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2011 Brighton Centre Accessibility SummaryPublished: 15 December 2011
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This document provides important information on the accessibility of the Brighton Centre.2011 Brighton Centre Accessibility Summary
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2012 LGBT Accommodation Information & Booking FormPublished: 15 December 2011
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This document contains information on accommodation available in Brighton and an accommodation booking form. 2012 LGBT Accommodation Information & Booking Form
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Review of Qualifications for Early Years WorkersPublished: 15 December 2011
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Following the recent publication of the review of the Early Years Foundation Stage EYFS, the Department for Education (DfE) have announced a review of the qualifications and career pathways of early years workers.
Review of Qualifications for Early Years Workers
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Parental Leave FactsheetPublished: 15 December 2011
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Changes to Employment Law 2012-13Published: 15 December 2011
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Recent Pay Settlements - January 2011Published: 15 December 2011
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The menopause and workPublished: 14 December 2011
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Click here for The Menopause and Work Guide for UNISON safety reps.
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The Disability and Health and Safety Guide for UNISON RepsPublished: 14 December 2011
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Click here for the Disability and Health and Safety Guide for UNISON Reps
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Latest Health and Safety Organiser, Issue 74, December 2011Published: 12 December 2011
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Click here for UNISON's latest newsletter for safety activists leads on the results of the Lfstedt Review. The issue covers: the Lfstedt Review, increased violence in the NHS, new research that shows half of UK workers are being treated badly, the Santia InfoLine, the Pensions Day of Action, the return of Lord Young, dangerous dogs, sickness absence due to stress, safe maintenance, a possible rise in suicides linked to the austerity cuts, the cost of US ill-health, amount of time spent commuting, paid exercise time, new UNISON H&S guidance, flu jabs, diary dates and how to order hard copies of UNISONs H&S materials.
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UNISON ObjectivesPublished: 8 December 2011
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In the workplace, through our campaigning work, and in our input to decision-making inside the Labour Party, the union expresses the democratically agreed views of members. These views - our objectives - are agreed at UNISON's annual delegate conference, which brings together more than 2,000 members for four days every summer.
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Introductory guide for reps supporting trans membersPublished: 3 December 2011
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Accessible, updated guide introducing reps to what they need to know when supporting or representing trans members. Acrobat PDF (422497 bytes)
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30th November in picsPublished: 2 December 2011
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See pictures of November 30th Acrobat PDF (906203 bytes)
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2012 Disabled Members Accommodation Info & Booking FormPublished: 1 December 2011
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This document contains accommodation information and a booking form for the 2012 Disabled Members Conference. 2012 Disabled Members Accommodation Info and Booking Form
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International newsletter December 2011Published: 1 December 2011
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In this issue: International seminar round up, materials from the international seminar now available, Colombia, Ecuador, Bahrain, Swaziland, international activist report from Anne Stokle who is working on the Thai-Burmese border, Robin Hood Tax and much more. International newsletter December 2011
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Unfair Dismissal FactsheetPublished: 1 December 2011
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International activist report: Anne Stokle from Mae Sot, Thailand - November 2011Published: 1 December 2011
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Anne Stokles November report from Mae Sot, Thailand. Anne Stokle is a UNISON member and international activist living on the Thai-Burmese border. She supports a range of community groups and a trade union capacity building project with a Burmese trade union federation. Anne Stokle's November report from Mae Sot
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International activist report: Anne Stokle from Mae Sot, Thailand - October 2011Published: 29 November 2011
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Anne Stokles October report from Mae Sot, Thailand. Anne Stokle is a UNISON member and international activist living on the Thai-Burmese border. She supports a range of community groups and a trade union capacity building project with a Burmese trade union federation. Anne Stokle's October report from Mae Sot
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Working with HIVPublished: 29 November 2011
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World AIDS Day on December 1st each year is dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection across the world. An estimated 90,000 people are living with HIV in the UK, the highest number ever. Use the Day to highlight your members commitment to ending discrimination against people living with HIV.UNISON newly revised guidance can be used by safety reps and stewards to deal with issues around HIV. These include the rights of members who have HIV related health and safety issues or who face because of the way HIV is dealt with in the workplace. Working with HIV: a guide for UNISON safety reps can be found here. Click here
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November Race Group NewsletterPublished: 28 November 2011
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See Newsletter for November December for BME UNISON members.
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UNISON Interim Submission to NOMS: 'Future Shape of Probation Services' ReviewPublished: 24 November 2011
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This circular is a copy of UNISON's interim submission to the National Offender Management Review of the Future Shape of Probation Services'. The submission sets out UNISONs view that Probation should be accountable to the communities it serves, locally delivered, efficient and effective without privatisation and allowed to make its own decisions about competition and procurement.
UNISON Interim Submission to NOMS: 'Future Shape of Probation Services' Review
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UNISON Strike newsletter - 30th NovemberPublished: 24 November 2011
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Bulletin for UNISON members about the pension strike on 30th November. Acrobat PDF (872560 bytes)
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International Seminar 21-23 October 2011: Seminar PresentationsPublished: 24 November 2011
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From Friday 21 October Pinkwashing: It is not about gay rights Speaker: Haneen Maikey, Director of Al Qaws (NGO campaigning for Sexual & Gender Diversity in Palestinian Society) From Saturday 22 October Communicating UNISONs International Campaigns Speaker: Rachel Amosu, Assistant International Officer Introduction to UNISONs International Development Fund UNISON Northern- Solidarity work in southwest Colombia Developments in the Middle East and North Africa - Trade Unions and the Arab Spring Nicaragua Solidarity Campaign Action Group presentation From Sunday 23 October Challenges facing trade unions in Zimbabwe, Swaziland and Malawi Writing an article | |
Tackling HIV/AIDS in Southern Africa project reportPublished: 23 November 2011
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Summary report of the 2008 - April 2011 Public Services International/UNISON project in Southern Africa. This project was funded by a grant from the UK Department for International Development. Tackling HIVAIDS in Southern Africa
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Independent Care Sector NewsletterPublished: 23 November 2011
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Newsletter for members working in private / independent care homesAcrobat PDF (570773 bytes)
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Record of decision 2011Published: 23 November 2011
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Attached is the Record of Decisions which includes ballot results from the Disabled Members Conference held on 5- 7 November in Brighton
Record of decision 2011
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Strike Action on 30th November - Emergies and ExemptionsPublished: 21 November 2011
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UNISONs briefings and guidance on taking strike action provides details of how any exemptions will be decided and how genuine emergencies should be dealt with.
Strike Action on 30th November - Emergies and Exemptions
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Joint protocol for health unions working together on the pensions campaignPublished: 21 November 2011
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Joint protocol for health unions working together on the pensions campaign
Joint protocol for health unions working together on the pensions campaign
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UNISON stands by striking Portuguese workersPublished: 21 November 2011
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(21/11/2011) General secretary Dave Prentis wrote to the workers of SINTAP and UGT, STAL and CGTP, pledging UNISON's support for their Thursday 24 November general strike. Letter to SINTAP and UGT Letter to STAL and CGTP
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Joint union NHS leaflet for the general publicPublished: 16 November 2011
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Joint union NHS leaflet for the general public
Joint union NHS leaflet for the general public
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Joint union NHS leaflet for union membersPublished: 16 November 2011
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Joint union NHS leaflet for union members
Joint union NHS leaflet for union members
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Pension strike factsheetPublished: 15 November 2011
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What will taking strike action mean for your pension
Pension strike factsheet
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UNISON response to the proposed amendment of RIDDORPublished: 15 November 2011
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UNISON welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Discussion Document on the proposed amendment to RIDDOR.
UNISON response to the proposed amendment of RIDDOR
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2012 National Women's Conference - Preliminary AgendaPublished: 14 November 2011
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This is the Preliminary Agenda for the UNISON 2012 National Women's Conference.
2012 National Women's Conference - Preliminary Agenda
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International partners' newsletter: 11 November 2011Published: 11 November 2011
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Includes: UNISON members vote YES to protect their pensions; pensions updates; G20 urged to adopt Robin Hood Tax Download the newsletter
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UNISON Submission to the Low Pay Commission 2011Published: 10 November 2011
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Pensions recruitment leafletPublished: 9 November 2011
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A recruitment leaflet incl application form with a pensions message
Pensions recruitment leaflet
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A National Framework between the schools Co-operative society and UNISONPublished: 8 November 2011
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National Framework Agreement between the Schools Co-operative Society and UNISON
A National Framework between the schools Co-operative society and UNISON
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30 November strike leaflet for membersPublished: 8 November 2011
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Leaflet encouraging members to protect their pensions and take action on 30 November
30 November strike leaflet for members
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30 November take action posterPublished: 8 November 2011
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Poster highlighting 30 November and encouraging members tot take action to protect public sector pensions
30 November take action poster
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Why we're taking action today leafletPublished: 8 November 2011
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This leaflet is aimed at the general public and is to be used on 30 November.
Why we're taking action today leaflet
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UNISON response to HSE Consultation on asbestos regulationsPublished: 7 November 2011
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(07/11/2011) Click here for UNISONs response to the HSE consultation on extending the scope of the current asbestos regulations.
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UNISON summary of the latest proposalsPublished: 5 November 2011
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On 2 November a statement was made in Parliament about public sector pensions, setting out a preferred design for the future of public sector pension.
UNISON summary of the latest proposals
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Scheme for Branch Industrial Action FundsPublished: 5 November 2011
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Sets outs the recommended practises for the establishment, funding, operation and closure of dedicated Industrial Action Funds in branches.
Scheme for Branch Industrial Action Funds
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GUIDE TO TAKING INDUSTRIAL ACTIONPublished: 5 November 2011
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Guidelines setting out the actions
branches need to start thinking about in order to ensure the most effective action possible and clarify some of the technical issues and concerns members may have about protection whilst taking industrial action.
GUIDE TO TAKING INDUSTRIAL ACTION
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Branch assessments 2012Published: 1 November 2011
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Guidance on the assessment to be carried out between the branch secretary and regional organiser in Spring 2012.
Branch assessments 2012
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LGBT workforce monitoringPublished: 1 November 2011
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Updated factsheet on monitoring of workers' sexual orientation or gender identity - October 2011. Word document (111616 bytes)
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Branch guide to taking industrial actionPublished: 31 October 2011
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All members who are eligible to take industrial action should be encouraged to do so.
Branch guide to taking industrial action
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NJC pay claim 2012/13Published: 28 October 2011
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Pay claim lodged with employers for a substantial increase on all pay points that recognises the financial hardship being suffered by NJC workers - in particular the lowest paid as a consequence of inflation and the failure of the Local Government Employers to award £250 to those earning below £21,000, as embodied in Government policy.
NJC pay claim 2012/13
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NJC pay claim 2012/13 - Circular accompanyPublished: 28 October 2011
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This circular accompanies the joint NJC Trade Unions Side pay claim for 2012-13.
NJC pay claim 2012/13 - Circular accompany
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TUC recognition agreement for academiesPublished: 27 October 2011
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This is the model agreement which should be used for negotiations if a school becomes an academy.
TUC recognition agreement for academies
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Guidance note to the TUC Model AgreementPublished: 27 October 2011
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This document summarises the main issues that should be in any transfer agreement.
Guidance note to the TUC Model Agreement
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Police and Justice ConferencePublished: 24 October 2011
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The attached document contains the decisions made at the first Police and Justice Conference on 13 October 2011.
The Police and Justice Service Group Executive will consider how best to implement these decisions. It will also be necessary for the Executive to prioritise the work required to implement these decisions.
As agreed at Conference a report will be given to the 2012 Service Group Conference on what has been done to achieve progress on the motions carried by conference.
Police and Justice Conference
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Red Tape Challenge Consultation - UNISON response - October 2011Published: 21 October 2011
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National Disabled Members Conference Final AgendaPublished: 20 October 2011
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The Final Agenda for the National Disabled Members Conference due to be held 5th - 7th November in Brighton is now attached.
National Disabled Members Conference Final Agenda
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Response to Belfast Trust planPublished: 20 October 2011
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UNISON analysis of the Belfast Trusts proposals for dealing with this year and next years budget cuts.  Word document (43008 bytes)
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Women and Public Sector PensionsPublished: 20 October 2011
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Coalition ministers want to make major changes to the pensions available to public sector workers these changes will directly affect around 3.7 million women - more than 1 in 4 working women in the UK, and over 1 in 3 working women aged over 50 - who make up around 64% of the total public sector workforce.
Women and Public Sector Pensions
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UNISON LGBT Committee annual report 2011Published: 20 October 2011
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Highlights of national committee's work plus reports from Black LGBT, disabled LGBT, bi and trans caucuses and regional LGBT groups. Acrobat PDF (9296870 bytes)
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The future of local governments' role in the school systemPublished: 19 October 2011
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The future of local governments role in the school system - Findings from an LGiU survey of childrens services leaders
The future of local governments' role in the school system
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Negotiators' Briefing October 2011Published: 19 October 2011
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UNISON NI Submission - BenefitsPublished: 19 October 2011
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UNISON response to the SSAC consultation on Passported Benefits under Universal Credit - September 2011 Acrobat PDF (297802 bytes)
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2012 National Women's Conference E-Text FormsPublished: 18 October 2011
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The 2012 UNISON National Women's Conference forms in Word e-text. 2012 National Women's Conference Forms in Word E-Text
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UNISON's Response to NMC's Consultation on Student IndexingPublished: 18 October 2011
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UNISON's response to NMC's Fitness to Practise ConsultationPublished: 18 October 2011
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(18/10/11) UNISON's response: Fitness to Practise ConsultationAcrobat PDF (138142 bytes)
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UNISON's response to the HSE Cost Recovery ConsultationPublished: 17 October 2011
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Click here for UNISON's response to the recent HSE proposal for extending cost recovery consultation.
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TUC Agency Workers GuidancePublished: 17 October 2011
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TUC Agency Workers Guidance
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Out in UNISON 45 - autumn 2011Published: 17 October 2011
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Newsletter on LGBT equality in UNISON. This issue includes: all you need to know about the pensions ballot; recruitment awards; workforce monitoring; tackling LGBT domestic abuse and more. Acrobat PDF (2625857 bytes)
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LGPS newsletter 6Published: 17 October 2011
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LGPS statistical release. The Department for Communities and Local Government has released some interesting new figures on the LGPS.
LGPS newsletter 6
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Black Action: Autumn 2011Published: 14 October 2011
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Inside this issue: Hands off our pensions; Black pensioner poverty; The fight for the future of the NHS; The Jayabean Desai story; Making history in UNISON; The Mary Seacole statue appeal; The Filipino Activists Network; Race Discrimination Claims Protocol and many more.Acrobat PDF (3191231 bytes)
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UNISON international newsletter October 2011Published: 14 October 2011
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International newsletter October 2011
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UNISON pensions styled leaflet to encourage joiningPublished: 12 October 2011
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Take action to protect your pension. UNISON believes that everyone deserves a decent pension because everyone deserves dignity and security when they retire.
UNISON pensions styled leaflet to encourage joining
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Women and public service pensionsPublished: 11 October 2011
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UNISON Pensions factsheet: what the changes mean for women.
Women and public service pensions
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LGPS newsletter 5Published: 11 October 2011
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This newsletters sets out CLG and LGG proposals on short-term changes to the LGPS. Also asks members to write to MPs, Council Leaders and Councillors about pension proposals.
LGPS newsletter 5
 Model letter to Council Leaders and Councillors: LGPS dispute
Model letter to MPs: LGPS dispute
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Consultation on LGPS - England and WalesPublished: 11 October 2011
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Powerpoint presentation on Consultation on LGPS - England and Wales. Closing date 6 January 2012.
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IDS Report on Regional PayPublished: 10 October 2011
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UNISON stands in solidarity with the US Occupy EventsPublished: 10 October 2011
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(10/10/2011)UNISON sends message to the president of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) in solidarity with the demonstrations being held around the United States. Solidarity letter to SEIU
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Fact and Fiction: The truth about public service pensionsPublished: 6 October 2011
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Inaccurate information and misleading statements about public service pensions
are rife in the media. Ministers are insisting that public service pensions need to be cut as they cost too much and the country cant afford them. We dont believe this is true.
Fact and Fiction: The truth about public service pensions
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Newsletter for schools staff - Autumn 2011Published: 6 October 2011
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Many UNISON members who work in schools are in the Local Government Pension Scheme. The forthcoming ballot will affect them - and anyone in UNISON who is eligible to join the LGPS, will get a ballot paper
Newsletter for schools staff - Autumn 2011
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Protect our pensions - NHS briefing Issue No2Published: 5 October 2011
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The second in the series of NHS Pensions Briefings is a special edition focusing on Special Class/Mental Health Officer (MHO) Status. The briefing shows the impact of the proposed NHS Pension reforms and includes examples of the reduction in pension through increased retirement age.
Protect our pensions - NHS briefing Issue No2
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NHS Pension Campaign News - Issue No1Published: 5 October 2011
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This edition of campaign news explains why we need to take strike action action in defence of public sector pensions and why members need to VOTE YES in the ballot. NHS Pensions Campaign News No 1
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PowerPoint - Your PensionPublished: 5 October 2011
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Short presentation covering LGPS, NHS and CS pension schemes: What is happening to public service pensions. What is UNISON doing about it. What UNISON members can do about it.
Pensions: Powerpoint presentation - PPT
Speakers notes - PDF
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Public service pensions - why should you care?Published: 4 October 2011
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This UNISON leaflet is aimed at the general public and explains what is happening to public sector pensions and why it matters.
Order from online catalogue quoting stock number 3053. Public service pensions - why should you care?
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NHS: Want to work till you drop?Published: 4 October 2011
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If you work in the NHS your pension is under attack as the proposals mean you will pay more, work longer and get less.
UNISON needs you to get involved and help us protect your pension. If you work in the NHS please read this leaflet.
Order from the online catalogue (stock number 3054) NHS: Want to work till you drop?
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U27 Pensions special - Young members newsletterPublished: 4 October 2011
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Why young members should vote 'yes' and take action to defend pensions
U27 Pensions special - Young members newsletter
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Submission to PSNIPublished: 1 October 2011
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UNISON submission PSNI Equality, Diversity and Good Relations Strategy - September 2011 Acrobat PDF (542802 bytes)
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UNISON in colleges - Autumn newsletterPublished: 30 September 2011
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Up to date information on issues such as pensions, pay and the Institute for Learning (IfL). Branches are urged to order a supply of the newsletter to send to colleges in their authority (stock no. 2518).
UNISON in colleges - Autumn newsletter
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Forms NBMCPublished: 28 September 2011
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2012 Black Members' Conference forms in Word e-text.NMBC Forms
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Health & Safety Organiser, Issue 73, September 2011Published: 27 September 2011
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UNISON submission to Part 2 of the Winsor review into Police Pay and ConditionsPublished: 26 September 2011
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Enclosed with this circular is a copy of UNISON's submission to the call for evidence for Part 2 of the Winsor Review into Police Pay and Conditions.
UNISON submission to Windsor Part 2 review
UNISON submission to Part 2 of the Winsor review into Police Pay and Conditions
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Police Staff Council (England and Wales): 2011 Pay ClaimPublished: 26 September 2011
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This circular updates branches and members on the progress of our 2011 pay claim to the Police Staff Council Employers for England and Wales.
Police Staff Council (England and Wales): 2011 Pay Claim
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Future Shape of Probation ServicePublished: 26 September 2011
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This circular notifies branches, activists and members of work which UNISON is undertaking to protect members' interests in the 'Future Shape of Probation Services' Review which Ministers have asked NOMS to carry forward.
Future Shape of Probation Service
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Police Staff Council Guidance on Police Staff Misconduct ProceduresPublished: 26 September 2011
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This circular sets out UNISON advice on the recently issued Police Staff Council Guidance on Police Staff Misconduct Procedures. A copy of PSC Joint Circular 68 is attached.
Misconduct Procedures
PSC Misconduct Procedures August 2011
Joint PSC Circ 68 - Guidance on Police Staff Misconduct Procedures
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UNISON's Responses to Consultation Documents on EnforcementTransforming Regulatory Enforcement - Freeing up Business Growth and The future of the Local Better Regulation Office and extending the benefits of the Primary Authority SchemePublished: 23 September 2011
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Transforming Enforcement - Acrobat PDF versionPrimary Authority - Acrobat PDF version
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NHS Pension contributions - Ready ReckonerPublished: 22 September 2011
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How much more can you expect to pay under proposals to increase your contributions to the NHS pension scheme?
 Online NHS Ready Reckoner
NHS Ready Reckoner - guide (Word)
 NHS Ready Reckoner - calculator (Excel)
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Race Group Newsletter Sept-Oct 2011Published: 22 September 2011
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UNISON Race Group newsletter for Black and Minority Ethnic / Migrant Worker members in Northern Ireland. Download newsletter Acrobat PDF (423324 bytes)
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What are shared services?Published: 21 September 2011
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Shared services are when a number of organisations agree to share the cost and delivery of service between them.
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Enough is Enough - Why women must vote yes and take action to defend pensionsPublished: 20 September 2011
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We have fought for thousands of women who worked part time and who were denied access to their employers pension scheme to be able to join those schemes, and to have their contributions backdated; also for the state pension to recognise the reality of womens working lives their caring responsibilities, time taken out of the workforce and their lower earning ability throughout their career .Enough is Enough
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Race Discrimination Claims ProtocolPublished: 16 September 2011
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This is a new protocol for how UNISON handles race casesAcrobat PDF (42355 bytes)
Race Discrimination Claims Protocol
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Bargaining Update September 2011Published: 15 September 2011
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2012 Women's Conference - Change of Delegate FormPublished: 15 September 2011
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This is the 'Change of Delegate' form to be completed and returned to the Conference Office.2012 Women's Conference - Change of Delegate Form
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A million voices for LGBT health equalityPublished: 14 September 2011
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Updated briefing on LGBT health equality. Word document (379904 bytes)
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2012 Health Care Service Group Conference BulletinPublished: 14 September 2011
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The Bulletin for the 2012 UNISON Health Care Service Group Conference containing all the relevant forms, documents and information2012 Health Care Service Group Conference Bulletin
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UNISON response to the Modern Workplaces Consultation 2011Published: 13 September 2011
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Protect our pensions - NHS briefing Issue No1Published: 8 September 2011
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The Government plans to make sweeping changes to Public Sector Pensions across the UK. This briefing outlines the Government proposals for changes to the NHS Pension Scheme (NHSPS); what it will mean to you; current negotiations; what UNISON is doing and finally what you can do.
Protect our pensions - NHS briefing Issue No1
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Action for Children pay update industrial action ballotPublished: 7 September 2011
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Lengthy pay talks between the unions and Action for Children on pay have not resulted in an offer that the union negotiators can recommend to members. We will therefore be balloting members on whether they wish to take industrial action. This bulletin updates members on this issue, as well as various other terms and conditions issues about which we are currently in talks with Action for Children.
Action for Children pay update industrial action ballot
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LGPS newsletter 4Published: 6 September 2011
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This newsletter outlines the arguments that UNISON and the other unions have made to the employers.
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LGPS Trade union side newsletter 1Published: 6 September 2011
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Osborne's devastating pension raid. Update on LGPS negotiations - England and Wales.
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Public service pensions - why should you care?Published: 5 September 2011
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This leaflet sets out why the public should care about cuts to public service pensions.
Public service pensions - why should you care?
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Want to work till you drop?Published: 5 September 2011
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Changes to the NHS pension scheme mean NHS staff will have to work longer, pay more to get less.
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LGPS newsletter 3Published: 4 September 2011
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Includes: negotiations update and asking members to write urgently to their MP's and Councillors to try and get Government to extend the deadlines for negotiations in LGPS England and Wales. Standard letters for members to use attached.
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Speaking Out for Disabled PeoplePublished: 1 September 2011
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There are over 10 million disabled people in Great Britain. The Governments cuts to public services and benefits will have a disproportionate impact on disabled people in this country including those who are members of UNISON.
Speaking Out for Disabled People
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Swaziland Global Week of Action: solidarity with Swazi unionsPublished: 1 September 2011
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(01/09/2011) In advance of 5 - 9 September week of action, UNISON sends message of support to sister union in Swaziland and Swaziland Democracy Campaign (SDC). Letter to SNACS and SDC
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UNISON international newsletter August 2011Published: 26 August 2011
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International newsletter August 2011
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