THIS IS A COPY OF AN EMAIL SENT TO MEMBERS WORKING IN ELC AND SCHOOLS on February 17th 2021 The
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UNISON Scotland Response to easing school & nursery coronavirus restrictions
These vital services are currently being delivered to many children and UNISON members have worked hard at creating environments safe
Read moreCoronavirus: New regulations on face coverings in workplaces
New regulations have come into force in Scotland extending the wearing of face coverings in workplaces. You can find full
Read moreUNISON joins COSLA to launch mental health awareness video.
‘You’re on mute!’ Is a frequent cry during online meetings. #Don’tStayonMute campaign aims to reassure people who are suffering from anxiety
Read moreRegular deep cleaning vital for a safe re-opening of schools, says UNISON
UNISON the trade union for education staff’s response to the First Minister’s announcement that schools return from 11 August 2020 Lorraine Thomson,
Read moreComment on Deputy First Minister’s statement of extra money for education in Scotland.
Lorraine Thomson, chair of UNISON Scotland’s Education Issues Group said: “We welcome any new funding for education. Re-opening schools is
Read moreCare home staff are still not receiving sick pay putting clients and staff at risk, says UNISON
Many care home staff are still not receiving the sick pay, months after they were promised they would by the
Read moreCovid Social Care Worker Death in Service Payment
Following pressure from UNISON, the Scottish Government has agreed to make a one-off payment of £60,000 to a named survivor
Read moreCORONAVIRUS e-brief compulsory testing of staff
Widespread testing for COVID-19 is being suggested as an effective tool in preventing the spread of the virus. UNISON is
Read moreCovid Social Care Staff Support Fund
UNISON campaigned hard to make sure that social care workers did not have to survive on statutory sick pay, should
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