UNISON Scotland

Public services are the heart of a fairer Scotland. Our 2026 manifesto is grounded in what workers are telling us every day: services stretched, staff under strain, and too much rhetoric. Read it and vote for public services. unison-scotland.org/make-this-a-pu…

'Shabana Mahmood's reforms to settled status are an immoral crusade against those who keep our care system running. The government needs to backtrack now' @AndreaEganGS writes for @tribunemagazine Read ⬇️ tribunemag.co.uk/2026/04/andrea…

💙📢 Solidarity to care worker members meeting their MPs today to demand fair visas and an end to exploitation. Together, they are calling for: ✅ A sector‑wide visa scheme ❌ No plans to triple the settled status qualifying period 🛑 An end to retrospective applications

📢🤝 Today, thousands of migrant care workers are coming together to tell the government: enough is enough. WATCH: UNISON general secretary @AndreaEganGS introduces the Fair Visa Campaign day of action.

🌍🏥 “Stop the attacks on migrant workers now.” UNISON general secretary @AndreaEganGS speaking at #uhealth26 in Edinburgh after taking UNISON’s message directly to parliament and the prime minister.

💜💚 Scottish Elections 2026 – Housing Crisis Briefing UNISON Scotland has released a new influencer briefing on Solving Scotland’s Housing Crisis — highlighting the urgent need for action on housing and welfare. ✊ As we head towards the election, housing must be a priority.

💜💚 Disabled workers still face barriers to fair work & independent living UNISON is calling for proper support, enforced adjustments & investment in care and services ✊ As elections approach: what will candidates do to remove these barriers?

UNISON is calling for action. use the Scottish Parliament’s tax powers, replace council tax with a fair property tax, fund additional support needs, invest in NHS workforce planning, fully fund social care, and build social housing. However you vote, vote for public services.

The manifesto argues Scotland is being asked to accept cuts as inevitable. It says public sector reform plans point to around 15,000 job cuts over 5 years, even as demand for services keeps rising. You cannot cut your way to stronger public services.

Public services are the heart of a fairer Scotland. Our 2026 manifesto is grounded in what workers are telling us every day: services stretched, staff under strain, and too much rhetoric. Read it and vote for public services. unison-scotland.org/make-this-a-pu…

Exc: @unisonscot leader Lilian Macer warns SG plans for mass job losses would have a 'catastrophic impact'. "The proposals in the SG public services reform strategy are unrealistic, they are unworkable and they are frankly dangerous." @heraldscotland heraldscotland.com/news/26008134.…

"Not being properly funded by the government." NHS Ayrshire & Arran has reduced its projected deficit to £25m, despite the lower figure it remains overspent amid ongoing pressures, with @unisonscot Matt McLauglin saying health boards need “better funding.”

Change happens when we come together and demand it ✊🏻 Great crowds, energy and banners as we make our way down to the meadows.

Ruth Boyle from the Poverty Alliance explains why strong public services are vital in tackling poverty and strengthening the economy. #ScotLab25

Christmas can be hard for many reasons. We're thinking of you all 💜

Edinburgh school support staff face daily violence, leaving them exhausted and unsafe at work. This cannot continue. UNISON City of Edinburgh is calling for urgent action to protect staff and create safe, supportive schools. 🟣🟢 #google_vignette" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh…

Local services across Scotland are underfunded, undervalued and underpaid despite their vital roles. At #ScotBudget, the Scottish Government must keep its promise to our movement on tax, transport, education and social care. 📽️ @unisonscot @NASUWT_Scotland @cwuscot1

With this the day is over! This has been an incredible day for all of us, there is so much power in this room, in this sector, and in our union. If you are a social care worker and you haven't joined UNISON yet, do it today! join.unison.org.uk/?utm_source=go…

We finished off the day just in the nick of time, so many fascinating discussions we could have stayed there all Saturday. This is the first #UNISONCareWorkersConference but it won't be the last, we have dedicated members ready to do the work that's needed to win!

Today UNISON Scotland is hosting its first Social Care Workers Conference and we have a full house! Lots of fascinating discussions ahead and a packed agenda with exciting workshops, welcome to our #UNISONCareWorkersConference