Unison the union - fighting for Scottish Council Workers

15/04/2026

We’re on the front page of today.

Up to 20,000 public service jobs at risk in Scotland.

That means longer waits, less care, fewer staff in schools.

Ask every candidate on your doorstep: what is your plan to properly fund public services?

01/02/2026

EXCLUSIVE: Hundreds of school support workers quit within months of starting the job, new data reveals.

23/01/2026

22/12/2025

25/09/2025

23/09/2025

12/08/2025

Unison Scotland's International Committee invites branches and activists to our lunchtime seminar on Thursday 21 August at 1pm. We will share information on the work of the committee and feature our Strathclyde Pension Fund divestment campaign which is demanding that they divest our pension monies from Eni, Shell and Total, who are allowed helping to fund genocide in Gaza and damaging the climate. Register to get a link to join us and find out more by emailing Stephanie at [email protected]

21/06/2025

🚨 Important Pay Offer Update for Local Government Workers! 🚨

The UNISON Consultative Pay Ballot is now OPEN – check your email for your unique digital ballot link and make your voice heard!

✅ UNISON is recommending you vote to ACCEPT the improved pay offer.

💰 What’s in the New Offer?
4% pay increase for the current financial year (2025/26)
3.5% pay increase for the next financial year (2026/27)
📄 View the full offer details here:https://unison-scotland.org/wp-content/uploads/25-06-12-SJC-Pay-Offer-Letter.pdf

🔍 Why Vote to ACCEPT?
UNISON’s local government committee has reviewed the offer and believes it’s a significant step forward – a direct result of the collective pressure we’ve built together.

This offer:

Beats current inflation
Exceeds next year’s projected rate
Delivers a real-terms pay rise for your hard work and dedication
💪 This progress shows the power of our collective action – your efforts are making a difference!

🗳️ Your Vote Matters!
Let’s secure this improved deal together. The ballot closes midday on Monday, 7 July 2025 – don’t miss your chance to have your say!

09/06/2025

Time is running out! The Scottish Councils industrial action ballot closes on 12th June. If you haven't already, please post your ballot paper today to ensure your vote is counted. Let's stand together for a fair pay offer and say NO to pay cuts!

05/06/2025

🔥 PAY CUT ALERT for Scottish Council Staff! 🔥

No fancy words, no cute pictures – just the harsh truth: The latest pay offer is a pay cut. After a decade of derisory offers, this is the last straw.

Your voice matters. UNISON's ballot of Council staff is your chance to fight back.

VOTE TODAY! Tell them loud and clear: We are NOT prepared to take a pay cut.

⏰ NEED A REPLACEMENT BALLOT? The hotline closes TODAY, Thursday 5th June, at 12 noon! Call 08000 857 857 NOW to get one posted out.

🗳️ Ballot closes 12th June – send yours back ASAP!