STW Unison health branch

24/06/2026

⚠️ The Met Office has issued a red warning for extreme heat in the UK ☀️🌡️
But what are the rules about working in high temperaures?
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24/06/2026

Every summer, temperatures are rising and working in prolonged heat and sun can be dangerous. It can cause a number of health concerns, from dehydration and dizziness to the most serious of illnesses. The Health and Safety Executive say 4,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every year as a res...

24/06/2026

23/06/2026

Sjaan Heesmkerk, Joint Chair National Private Contractors Forum speaking in support our amendment to Motion 1 to include Private Contractor members in Organising to Win.

23/06/2026

Many men are struggling…struggling with stress, anxiety, depression. And too often they feel they cannot say a word about it, because from a young age men are told to be strong, to cope, to manage……

22/06/2026

Today is Windrush Day.

The Windrush generation helped build our post-war public services—yet many faced injustice, losing jobs, homes, and even being deported.

At UNISON’s Black Members Conference, we renewed our commitment to justice and challenging racism.
We remember. We stand together.
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17/06/2026

UNISON national conference, Brighton 202612 noon: Andrea Egan, UNI...

16/06/2026

Dilapidated NHS buildings need attention, says UNISON.

A new survey reveals rats, cockroaches, sewage leaks and other building defects remain common across the NHS, putting patients and staff at risk.

Read more ⬇️
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