UNISON is the trade union representing staff in Aberdeenshire Council, various voluntary and community organisations, and other public sector employers.

Black Workers and Covid – Call for action to tackle structural inequality and risk

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UNISON is calling for urgent action from both the Scottish and UK governments to recognise the increased risk of infection ...

Pride memories from the North East

Susan Kennedy at Grampian Pride
We should have been on the streets celebrating Glasgow PRIDE on 27 June. Our Grampian PRIDE event on 16th May ...
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Important update for social care members – you should now get normal pay if self-isolating

Important update for social care members - you should now get normal pay if self-isolating
UNISON welcomes the Coronavirus (COVID-19): social care staff support fund guidance, announced by the Scottish Government on Thursday 25 June, ...

Education update – return to school must be driven by safety not politics

Inez Kirk
In a fast changing situation, the Deputy First Minister, John Swinney, on Tuesday 23rd June announced plans for Scottish schools ...

Update for UNISON education members

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Branch secretary, Inez Kirk, has issued the following briefing to our members in education on behalf of the branch, providing ...

Branch Equalities Newsletter – Equality Matters – June issue out now

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Here is the second issue of the branch 's equalities newsletter, Equality Matters, edited by Equalities Officer, Kathleen Kennedy. Articles ...

UNISON Safe Return to Schools Pack

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UNISON has produced an information pack and safety checklist for members working in schools and early years. UNISON stresses that ...

Branch commemorates Refugee Week and stands in solidarity with all refugees and asylum seekers

Branch commemorates Refugee Week and stands in solidarity with all refugees and asylum seekers
Our branch has a proud history of welcoming refugees and asylum seekers and wants to highlight that this week is ...

Branch condemns George Floyd killing and renews pledge to fight racism

Branch condemns George Floyd killing and renews pledge to fight racism
Aberdeenshire UNISON condemns the killing of George Floyd by police officers in the USA and stands in solidarity with all ...

To all school support staff members – Let us know your preference for your holidays

School support staff
UPDATE 5th June 2020 It is likely now that the addition of holidays will be at Christmas, in January or ...