We were at the Staff Welcome Fair on 8th November 2019 chatting to new starters about how the union works and what Unison can offer its members. Equality and Diversity Officer Alice commented it was the busiest we've ever been at a Staff Welcome Fair, with lots of...

You may have seen that we’ve been out doing desk drops of leaflets for the pay ballot. Hopefully this has boosted turnout and maybe even helped us gain some new members!   Ballots needed to be sent to Unison by Wednesday 30th October, so hopefully all of you are...

November is Go for Growth month for Unison! As part of this we’d love to encourage all our members to use November as a chance to talk to friends and colleagues about the benefits of being part of a union. This helpful article gives 16 common reasons people give for...

Our Equality & Diversity Rep Alice ran a successful lunch and learn session at the Students’ Union this month so staff could learn more about getting involved in the union. There was lots of interest in the union including interest in some of Unison’s training...

You will have received a pay ballot in the post the week starting 9th September. Please make sure you vote, and we recommend you vote yes for strike action. Every year we collectively ballot on pay, which is not agreed until the unions and employer come to an...

We were at the Staff Welcome Fair on the 8th August letting new starters know all about the benefits of being in Unison! We spoke to lots of new staff members from the University of Bristol and Bristol Students' Union who were keen on joining Unison. We had some...