SOCIAL CARE: This page is for care workers, including residential, homecare and community care for both adults and children. It
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CORONAVIRUS ALL MEMBERS: NHS guidance on how to get an isolation note
ALL MEMBERS: This information explains how to get an isolation note if you have been told to stay at home
Read moreCORONAVIRUS SOCIAL SERVICE: SSSC regulatory changes and impact on home care and support
The social service sector is on the frontline of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This link explains the regulatory changes which
Read moreCORONAVIRUS HEALTH: NHS Scotland staff terms and conditions update
The latest updates affecting NHS staff terms and conditions are now available on the STAC website. These concern phased return
Read moreCORONAVIRUS ALL MEMBERS: UNISON’s welfare charity is helping members
ALL MEMBERS: UNISON has long had our own dedicated welfare charity – There for You – providing support for members
Read moreCORONAVIRUS ALL BRANCHES: Model Workforce Policy for Duration of COVID-19 Crisis
Most UNISON Branches are part of agreements which cover their whole sector (eg Health or Local Government). Some branches though
Read moreCORONAVIRUS HEALTH STAFF: NHS Scotland guidance on risks to staff health
NHS SCOTLAND: Guidance on risks to staff health (19 Mar) Contains definitions of critical and key workers and advice on
Read moreCORONA VIRUS LOCAL GOVERNMENT: Guidance for employers about home working
The UK Government on 16 March 2020 urged everyone to now work at home where possible. This guidance for local
Read moreCORONAVIRUS ALL MEMBERS: Q&A on Coronavirus & Work
Keep your distance, wash your hands – KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Answers to some key questions about your rights at work
Read moreCORONAVIRUS LOCAL GOVERNMENT: Update
LOCAL AUTHORITY MEMBERS: Local authorities have been issued with new guidance in relation to paid leave for employees who are
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