UOB
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Dispatches from the picket lines
For many of our members, February was the first time they had joined a picket line, and many were slightly wary. Here’s what some of them had to say: “For me, going on strike was like taking a deep, nourishing breath of fresh air after being underwater for too long. It’s an act of authenticity,
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UoB Staff are back on Strike! 10th-11th march
Dear comrades, Next week we will be joining staff from universities across the country in two days of strike action. ➡️ Why are we going on strike? 📅 Strike dates 1️⃣ Tuesday 10th March 2️⃣ Wednesday 11th March ➡️ How do I go on strike? 🪧 Picket details 1️⃣ Tuesday 10th March Workplace pickets, 10:00 – 12:00 Lunchtime
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UoB UNISON’s Campaign for a Four Day Working Week
UoB Unison are excited to be launching our campaign for a four-day 32-hour working week for staff at the University of Bristol with no loss of pay. ➡️ Read and sign the petition! ➡️ Complete the survey! Please spread the word by forwarding this email and sharing the petition with as many colleagues, students, friends
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2026 AGM – Tues 24 FEB
👀 Key Details Tuesday 24th February 13:00-13:40, The Beckford Bar, Lower Ground Floor, Senate House Refreshments: pastries, fruit, and hot drinks. After collecting your refreshments, head to… 13:00 – 13:45, G42 Powell Lecture Theatre, Physics Building Sign in, collect some merch, get seated, and catch up with colleagues 13:45 – 16:30, G42 Powell Lecture Theatre, Physics Building and Online AGM 🤔 What is the AGM? Feeling inspired
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University of Bristol staff strike for fair pay
Starting Tuesday 10th February, University of Bristol staff will take part in three consecutive days of industrial action. The strikes are organised by the University’s UNISON branch, representing professional services staff including admin workers, library staff, IT services, and student support. Public rallies are planned for 12 p.m. on Tuesday 10th at Senate House, BS8 1TH, and 12 p.m. on Thursday 12th at Wills Memorial Building, BS8
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Motion Passed: TOGETHER AGAINST THE FAR-RIGHT ON 28 MARCH 2026
Motion passed at branch meeting on Tuesday 27th January 2026. UoB Unison branch committee notes: 1. The rise of the far right and anti-refugee racism across Britain, as well as many other areas of the world 2. On 13 September a demonstration organised by fascists such as ‘Tommy Robinson’ (aka Stephen Yaxley-Lennon) and with the support of Elon
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Strike placard & badge making!
Join us to help make placards and badges for our upcoming strike action! All materials provided. 📍where? Unison office, 1D priory road, BS8 1TX 📅 when? 12-2pm Weds 28th Jan and Weds 4th Feb Drop in on your lunch break for as little or long as you like!
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Motion Passed: Demilitarise Education
Motion passed at UoB UNISON branch committee meeting on 19th January 2026. This branch notes that: This branch believes that: This branch resolves to: Links
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January 2026 newsletter
Dear comrades, Happy new year! We hope January is being kind to you so far. We’re back with a bumper new year’s newsletter – including strike updates, AGM info and upcoming events to look forward to. 📣 Strike update As most in the branch are aware, we got a resounding mandate in the strike ballot
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UoB UNISON Branch Meeting: Tuesday 27th January 2026 at 12:00
Agenda: UNISON Branch Meeting agenda January 2026.docx