Record number of public sector workers join UNISON Cymru/Wales

A record number of public sector workers joined the UNISON Cymru/Wales union in 2022 as the cost-of-living crisis deepened and wages remained low.

Celebration of a year of union-led learning in Wales

A major celebration of a fantastic year of UNISON training courses will be held as part of an annual event honouring the work of trade unions.

UNISON response to improved NHS Wales pay offer

Wales’ biggest health union has responded to Welsh government’s improved pay offer for all NHS Wales staff

Hundreds attend right to strike rallies in Cardiff and Swansea

Hundreds of trade unionists gathered for major rallies to protect the right to strike in Cardiff and Swansea.

Libby Nolan

Protect the right to strike rallies in Swansea and Cardiff

UNISON, will be expressing solidarity with hundreds of thousands of striking workers across the UK at major events in Cardiff and Swansea.

Ambulance workers in Wales say morale is at an all-time low

Ambulance workers in Wales have told public services union UNISON today (Thursday) that morale is at an all-time low.

Health workers outside Neath Port Talbot Hospital

Welsh government tells UNISON anti-strike laws will inflame health crisis

Draconian anti-strike laws will further inflame disputes across the public sector, according to First Minister for Wales Mark Drakeford.

UNISON reaction to Welsh government meeting on NHS pay

Dominic MacAskill, regional secretary of UNISON Cymru/Wales, has responded to today’s meeting with the Health Minister Eluned Morgan on NHS pay

UNISON health workers outside Morriston Hospital in Swansea

UNISON to hold talks with Welsh government on future of pay and conditions for health workers in Wales

UNISON will meet with the Welsh government this week for key talks on the future of pay and conditions for health workers in Wales.

UNISON calls for Welsh government agreement to avoid further strikes in 2023

UNISON is calling for an agreement from the Welsh government to protect the Welsh NHS and help minimise the potential of a deeper crisis this winter.

Primary school opens on-site laundry service backed by UNISON to help with cost-of-living crisis

Washing machines have been installed at a primary school in South Wales to help parents and the surrounding community with soaring energy bills.

Young members conference 2022

Young members enjoy lively debate at conference

Young UNISON members from across Wales travelled to Bournemouth for a conference aimed at supporting the next generation of activists.

Health workers outside Neath Port Talbot Hospital

Health workers voice strong vote for strike action but fail to reach threshold

Health workers in Wales will not be taking industrial action over pay after failing to reach the required turnout in the latest ballot by UNISON Cymru/Wales. Hugh McDyer, UNISON Cymru/Wales head of health, said: “While it is very regretful the necessary threshold for industrial action was not reached in Wales, it is encouraging to see […]

Low-earning school support staff are paying for pupils’ food, skipping meals and taking on multiple jobs to survive, says UNISON

Cash-strapped school support staff are using their own money to help pupils and their families cope with the cost-of-living crisis, says UNISON.

Young members weekend Cardiff 2022

Next generation of UNISON members meet in Cardiff

Young people from branches across Wales gathered in Cardiff for a series of training sessions aimed at the next generation of UNISON members.