Join today: yorks.unison.org.uk If you have an issue at work, please call the branch office on: 01609 532317. UNISON – the UK’s largest union. Need support? Call 0800 0857 857. Promoted by UNISON, 130 Euston Road, NW1 2AYhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m4j3p6t3ah2zRecent UNISON research has shown how stark the black hole in local government finances is almost £240m in the Yorkshire and Humberside region alone. Join our webinar to hear more about the research – and how we can campaign together for fair funding. 👉 unsn.uk/councilfundingwebinar31 Oct 2025 18:20 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4j3p6t3ah2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m4glaaipap2a🗣️ “Ministers must return to core Labour values: equality, improving lives & investing in public services.” UNISON’s Christina McAnea calls out the devastating impact of Tory austerity on disabled people at our annual conference. 📖 Read her full speech ➡️ unsn.uk/4oBkGNr30 Oct 2025 18:20 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4glaaipap2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m4e2rjz5qc22Every five years, UNISON members choose who will lead our union. The general secretary represents UNISON to employers, Parliament and the public. The ballot is now open. All the info 👉 unison.org.uk/general-secretary-election-2025/29 Oct 2025 18:20 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4e2rjz5qc22https://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m3se5nioih2uMENOPAUSE AT WORK As the union of a million women in public services, we take the menopause seriously. It’s a workplace issue – nearly eight out of 10 menopausal women are in work. Find out more 👉 unsn.uk/allaboutmenopause22 Oct 2025 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3se5nioih2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m3ne36oh3i2eUNISON's survey has found that housing workers are battered by stress, overwork, violence, and lack of support. Without urgent investment, councils will continue to struggle. Read more 👉 unsn.uk/housingcrisisarticle20 Oct 2025 17:35 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3ne36oh3i2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m3mmngjhbl2b🎭 UNISON Panto Offer We’re thrilled to invite members to this year’s magical pantomime: Jack and the Beanstalk! 🌱 🎟️ Discounted tickets for our Branch members & children & grandchildren under 16 go FREE! 💷For details visit: northyorks-unison.org.uk/events/jack-the-beanstalk-panto20 Oct 2025 10:36 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m3mmngjhbl2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m2okc6fg242y📣 Pop by the County Hall Canteen! Our fantastic UNISON officer Vicky is there right now, chatting with members and staff. Got a question? Want to say hello? Come on down and join the conversation! 💬☕08 Oct 2025 11:34 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2okc6fg242yhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m2k4oud74m2h🦷 Do you have an NHS dentist? UNISON members and their families can now get £500 of dental cover with our NHS plan! 💷✨ ✅ Money back every time you visit your NHS dentist ✅ No more surprise treatment bills ✅ Immediate cover when you join today! 👉 Learn more & sign up: offers03.unionbenefits.co.uk https://offers03.unionbenefits.co.uk06 Oct 2025 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2k4oud74m2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3m2jelivjyo2i🌍 UNISON's Year of Green Activity is coming in 2026! 🌱 But first—we want to hear from YOU. What green issues matter most to you? How do you think we should tackle the climate crisis? 📝 Take our quick survey and help shape our future. 📅 Survey closes 21 October – don’t miss out! 👉 bit.ly/3IZGLWR06 Oct 2025 10:08 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2jelivjyo2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lyfea23aw42u𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🍃 It's the perfect way to start preparing for UNISON's Year of Green Activity. Find out what you can do, both in your branch and your workplace! https://bit.ly/3V0fN3S09 Sep 2025 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyfea23aw42uhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3ly6uffuhv32c🚨 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞! The UK government will test the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm. You'll receive an alert on your phone, which will make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate. You won't need to take any action. More info 👉 gov.uk/alerts06 Sep 2025 19:01 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3ly6uffuhv32chttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lxzfxf33ql2zWe currently have vacancies for three permanent area organisers to join our team! Find out more 👉 yorks.unison.org.uk/work-with-us Closing date: Monday 22 September 2025 (5pm) https://yorks.unison.org.uk/work-with-us04 Sep 2025 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxzfxf33ql2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lxnejqoy7n2bDid you know UNISON even have their very own holiday resort for members to visit in Devon? Offering 20% off stays its worth a look if you’re already planning a staycation for summer 2026! For more information: https://www.croydeunison.co.uk/about-us/unison/30 Aug 2025 20:02 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lxnejqoy7n2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lx7naapcma2i🌟 Your health matters—at work and beyond! 🌿 As a UNISON member, you get access to amazing benefits like: 🦷 Optical & dental plans 🏥 Comprehensive health cover 🛡️ Life insurance Discover all the ways we support your well-being: benefits.unison.org.uk/health/ #ItPaysToBeAMember https://benefits.unison.org.uk/health/25 Aug 2025 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lx7naapcma2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lwtoxnebv42aNational Coal Mining Museum picket underway and standing strong, including our very own regional organiser Dean Harper ✊ 👉 unsn.uk/NCMM25strikeinfo20 Aug 2025 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwtoxnebv42ahttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lub54yxmzd2lIs a four-day week the future of work? UNISON has been speaking to the branch secretary at the first council in the UK to trial a four-day work week with no loss of pay. Read it here 👉 unsn.uk/3Yas1Je18 Jul 2025 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lub54yxmzd2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3ltzhbtumrv2zWhat a great day at Durham Miners' Gala https://www.facebook.com/DurhamMinersGala15 Jul 2025 17:43 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltzhbtumrv2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3ltyt5dpkp22p𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟! A new negotiating body is being set up, and we need YOUR views to help shape it! The consultation closes on Friday, so be quick! 👉 unsn.uk/sssnbconsultation15 Jul 2025 11:42 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltyt5dpkp22phttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lsxu4i2p7t2kWant to become more active in UNISON❓ Our Organising Steward course is running from our Northallerton Office in November! Please contact the branch directly to book ✊ https://yorks.unison.org.uk/events/organising-steward-northallerton/02 Jul 2025 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsxu4i2p7t2khttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lsswh74elf2e🎵The sun is shining 🎵 As the forecast is due to be +30 degrees today, make sure you know what your rights are at work 🌞 https://www.unison.org.uk/health-and-safety/health-safety-key-issues/health-and-weather-warnings-for-extreme-heat/30 Jun 2025 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsswh74elf2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lsso2gnta22w🌈To finish off Pride month, we are sharing our favourite photos of the month. 🌈 Our fabulous County Hall Canteen staff put up flags, wore different coloured tops, and decorated Pride themed cupcakes for our Pride Stall in County Hall earlier this month. Thanks all 🎉30 Jun 2025 07:30 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lsso2gnta22whttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lqtxj5o2t52oJune is Pride Month. It's the perfect time to reiterate our support with the LGBT+ community. We’re proud to support the fight for LGBT+ rights in the workplace and beyond 🏳️‍🌈05 Jun 2025 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqtxj5o2t52ohttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lqpuqb475q2o🚨 Vital council services – from libraries to social care – are being starved of funding. We all rely on them. We can’t afford to lose them. Take action: email your MP 👉 unsn.uk/3Y9ORAN 📸 Snap a photo of a local service & tag your MP03 Jun 2025 18:01 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqpuqb475q2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lqfwba4jrk25The weekend is here, and we're hoping for good weather! Hopefully as good as in this picture of Valley Gardens in Harrogate 😎 As always, if you're at work and need any help or support, give UNISONDirect a call on 08000 857 857 ☎️30 May 2025 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqfwba4jrk25https://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lq6bld2tyj2vIt's vital your details are up to date to make sure you get the information you need from UNISON. Why not start the week with a quick win and take five minutes to do it now?! 👉 my.unison.org.uk/27 May 2025 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lq6bld2tyj2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lq62sxvwon2d⚠️ The consultative ballot on pay for school and council workers is open! ⚠️ If you haven't received your email, please contact UNISONdirect 08000 857857. 📞 The email also included a link to the pay calculator (unisonpaycalculator.co.uk ) for you to find out what this offer means for you. 💷 https://unisonpaycalculator.co.uk/27 May 2025 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lq62sxvwon2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lpz6khcwfz2kUNISON needs to hear from disabled members who will be impacted by proposed changes to PIPs (Personal Independence Payments). By getting in touch, you can help us properly challenge the proposals. More info 👉 unsn.uk/changestoPIPs25 May 2025 17:26 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lpz6khcwfz2khttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lpw7cbs5g225Worried about the new Immigration White Paper and how it effects people in health and social care? Check out the News section of our website for more information. www.northyorks-unison.org.uk/news24 May 2025 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lpw7cbs5g225https://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lptvia5awx2h🚨 Attention council and school workers 🚨 Your pay consultation has launched! Emails are being sent to you from today asking you to have your say on the pay offer of 3.2%. 💻 Check your emails and vote ❌ Vote reject ❓ Find out more buff.ly/7CfyUor23 May 2025 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lptvia5awx2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/northyorksunison.bsky.social/post/3lphqmfdvt32iFancy becoming more active in the branch? Our regional office are holding a virtual session on the 5th of June. Sign up here ⬇️ https://yorks.unison.org.uk/events/get-active-in-unison-8/18 May 2025 19:01 +0000at://did:plc:m4duc2lwlvca6ua4t64vtmca/app.bsky.feed.post/3lphqmfdvt32i