Unison Foyle Health Branch

This year is UNISON's Year of Green Activity (YoGA). Have a peek at this welcome video from @ChrisGPackham on why climate change is a priority for all of us, including health members. Register for the launch event on 13 Jan here: unison.org.uk/events/unison-…

A few weeks ago, our new National Officer for Nursing and Midwifery attended the @NursingTimes Workforce and engaged in sessions on the future of nursing, workforce resilience and the future generations of nursing!

Student learning month 2025 finishes this Wednesday evening. Don't miss out on the last session all about getting the most out of your practice placements! Find out more and sign up at unison.org.uk/nslm

Are you a healthcare student looking to develop your academic writing and improve your study skills? Then join our free learning session this Wednesday evening at 6pm. Find out more and sign up for free at unison.org.uk/nslm

On Saturday, we took part in UNISON's first Environmental Officer seminar. We engaged in sessions to further the Green UNISON campaign informed by global/local experiences, and workshops linking the green agenda to health and safety, training reps and cross-sector campaigning!

Fitness to practise explained If you’re a nurse, midwife, nursing associate or student – this session is for YOU. ✅ Practical guidance 📷 Expert panel incl. NMC, UNISON, RCM, RCN, Unite 📷 Online: 12 June, 14:00–15:00 📷 Register today: unsn.uk/3SqVyv2

So, mainly low paid women in financial hardship because the government moved the goalposts on pension age count for nothing. A travesty! @WASPI_Campaign @unisontheunion

It's One Team Day this Wednesday, when @unisontheunion celebrates the NHS staff who don't often get mentioned but keep the whole show on the road – from porters to cleaners, catering to laundry, admin to security – they're #OneTeamNHS! 🙌 unison.org.uk/oneteam

📅 November is Young Workers Month. 🤔 Are you aged 30 or below?? 👀 look out for Young Members activity across the branch, from stalls to surveys. We want to hear and see you!! 🦸‍♂️ Get involved - be the voice in your workplace - join in with your peers across the region!!

The Health Minister has encouraged people to complete a public consultation on the future of hospitals in Northern Ireland. ➡️More info on the 'Hospitals - Creating a Network for Better Outcomes' framework and the consultation: health-ni.gov.uk/consultations/…

Today we launched the Strategic Framework to End Violence Against Women and Girls. Read more:⬇️ executiveoffice-ni.gov.uk/news/strategic…

“The people who work in the HSC are undoubtedly the system’s greatest strength." Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has launched a new health and wellbeing framework for staff working within Health and Social Care in Northern Ireland. health-ni.gov.uk/news/people-ar…

The Department of Health has launched a consultation on the introduction of Safe and Effective Staffing Legislation for Northern Ireland. ➡️More information here: health-ni.gov.uk/consultations/…

Our @nic_ictu health unions were well represented today at @niahealth Topics included Bengoa reforms & @healthdpt Partnership Forum - & Safe staffing/ retention &waiting lists &transport/parking & X-Dept delivery &Primary/secondary care &Funding

Our Vocational Training Teams Annual Awards Ceremony, aiming to support lifelong learning for staff was held on Fri 21 June at the Mellon Country Inn During 2023/24 over 120 Trust staff achieved vocational qualifications in a range of occupational areas. westerntrust.hscni.net/supporting-lif…

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So excited to celebrate International Nurses Day 🥳on the 10th May to acknowledge the commitment & bravery of nurses around the world! Theme2024: Our Nurses Our Future: The Economic Power of Care .@WesternHSCTrust @BrendanMcGrat19 @ChristineM96169 @LindaTh98731110