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UNISON in Higher Education
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UNISON is the largest UK trade union for support staff in higher education. We work to improve pay, terms, and conditions for our members. #StandTogether #FundOurFuture
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 6d
The #fundourfuture bear has voted in the industrial action pay ballot and returned their #bearllotpaper – have you?

Universities would not function without support staff, and a pay offer of just 1.4% - a real-terms pay cut – is simply not good enough. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 1h
📮 If you have lost or misplaced your higher education ballot paper you can request a new one via your My UNISON account - unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ Or you can call our helpline on 0800 0 857 857 Just make sure you have your membership number ready! @UNISONinHE
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 2d
The higher education pay ballot is open now. Staff in universities deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.

Without dedicated support staff, universities would not function. VOTE YES in the industrial action pay ballot to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 3d
🚨 We are balloting members in higher education over this years pay offer. Voting YES for strike action sends a strong message to your employers that you deserve more for your hard work.
More info: www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526/
@UNISONinHE
Higher Education Pay 2025/26 | UNISON National
There is a major crisis within higher education. After years of low pay, below inflation offers and with the continuing cost of living crisis – your pay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 2d
Did you know, holding a bear makes you 3,000% less stressed.

No? Because this figure is made up! Education is essential for teaching critical thinking and how to spot #fakenews.

Universities would not function without dedicated support staff. VOTE YES in the pay ballot. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 6d
The #fundourfuture bear has voted in the industrial action pay ballot and returned their #bearllotpaper – have you?

Universities would not function without support staff, and a pay offer of just 1.4% - a real-terms pay cut – is simply not good enough. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 7d
Take a moment today and paws for education!

Higher education is in crisis and needs a new, sustainable, funding model based on free education and to defend jobs.

Our HE pay ballot is open - VOTE YES for industrial action and post your ballot as soon as you receive it! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 8d
These #FundOurFuture UNISON bears need a new home! Follow us on social media (Facebook, Bluesky and X) to find out about upcoming giveaways and 'name the bear' competitions.

In the meantime, the industrial action ballot is open now. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 9d
University staff begin strike vote on below-inflation pay offer

Support staff at more than 100 universities across the UK are voting on potential strike action following a below-inflation pay offer from senior managers.
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Photo of UNISON higher education members protesting job cuts, low pay and funding cuts. Higher education: University staff begin strike vote on below-inflation pay offer.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 9d
UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea: “Ministers need to overhaul the funding of universities in a way that recognises their value to students, communities and the wider economy."

“It’s vital education remains affordable so no one is discouraged from studying due to cost.” unsn.uk/43lD7gU
Students in a university lecture hall. Higher education: Fee rise highlights the need for a major overhaul of university funding
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 9d
The higher education pay ballot is now open. Dedicated staff across universities deserve better than a real-terms pay cut.

🗳️Look out for your ballot paper in the green envelope and VOTE YES for strike action! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 10d
Universities would not function without support staff. A 1.4% pay offer is an insult to their hard work and dedication. All staff deserve better than a real-terms pay cut.

The UNISON pay ballot for industrial action opens TODAY. VOTE YES for industrial action. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 10d
The higher education ballot opens TODAY. Vote YES for strike action to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
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🗳️ The higher education pay ballot opens tomorrow (20 October) Look out for your ballot paper in the green envelope and VOTE YES for strike action!
Further info: www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526/
@UNISONinHE
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 16d
Change hearts. Change minds. Change lives.
This Friday, 17 October, UNISON members wear red to stand against racism and stand up for change.
Don’t forget to share your red and tag #WRD25 to show your support. Let’s make it visible. #SRTRC
I'm supporting Wear Red Day 25. Show Racism the Red Card. Friday 17th October 2025 #WRD25 Together we are Stronger. UNISON is wearing red to show racism the red card. Join us in standing up for equality and inclusion.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 20d
🧠 Today is World Mental Health Day.
At UNISON, we know that mental health matters in every workplace, every union branch and every conversation.
Here's four ways we're supporting mental health across the UK.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #UNISON
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 23d
UNISON statement on the second anniversary of the 7 October attacks.
On the second anniversary of the horrific terrorist attack in Israel, our thoughts are with the families of those murdered and those hostages still in captivity, who must be released immediately. As the recent deadly terrorist attack in Manchester showed, there's much to do in tackling antisemitism on our own shores. Our Jewish communities should not have to live in fear in the UK. We can all play our part in standing up to hate. UNISON, now and always, will challenge antisemitism and campaign against hate and extremism.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 23d
Durham Pride is at risk after the council withdrew its funding, citing financial pressure and political ideology.
UNISON is backing the fight to save it.
Support if you can.
Save Durham Pride | Article, News | News | UNISON National
Trade unions are helping effort to save the annual event after Reform council cuts funding
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29d
Seven things from the Labour Party conference you may have missed: Delegates backed an UNISON emergency motion calling on ministers to act to prevent Gaza genocide www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Seven things from the Labour Party conference you may have missed
After an action packed Labour Party conference, The Independent runs through seven things you may have missed
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29d
“Older people are powerful agents of change.” — António Guterres, UN Secretary-General

On the International Day of Older People, we celebrate the vital role of our retired members.

Their experience, dedication, and activism inspires and strengthens our union.

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About | Retired members equality | UNISON National
UNISON's retired members play an active role in creating a fairer society.
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 29d
Statement from Vicki Morris, Chair of the HESGE: UNISON’s Higher Education Service Group Executive nominates Andrea Egan for General Secretary.
Statement from Vicki Morris, Chair of the HESGE: UNISON’s Higher Education Service Group Executive nominates Andrea Egan for General Secretary
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · Sep 29
LIVE: UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea address Labour conference on peace in the Middle East #Lab25
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WATCH LIVE: Monday at Labour Party Conference 2025
Live coverage of Monday, 29 September at Labour Party Conference in Liverpool. Subscribe to our channel – http://bit.ly/1EE0m0n Join Labour today ↓ Join the Labour Party –…
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · Sep 18
Today is International Equal Pay Day!

People doing the same job or work of equal value should get the same or equal pay. But in many cases, they don’t, even though the law says they should.

Find out more: www.unison.org.uk/equal-pay
#EqualPayDay #EqualPay #PayEquity #EPIC
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · Sep 12
The 4 things we learned from the TUC Congress #TUC25
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The 4 things we learned from the TUC Congress | Article | News | UNISON National
The annual trade union get-together took place in Brighton this week. What were the takeaways?
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · Sep 12
Members from all HE unions have voted to reject the insulting pay offer of 1.4% (a real-terms pay cut), and UNISON, UCU, Unite and EIS will be balloting for IA.

A joint statement from @unison.org.uk, @unitetheunion.bsky.social, @ucu.org.uk, @gmb.org.uk and EIS, is below. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · Sep 8
UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea speaking at Solidarity with Palestine fringe at #TUC25
UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea speaking at Solidarity with Palestine fringe at #TUC25
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · Sep 3
🗓️ Sat 13 Sept - March against fascism ✊

Demo organised by #StandUpToRacism and supported by the TUC

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👥 Pass the model motion at your branch
🚌 Book your transport
✊ Donate!
March against fascism. Sat 13 Sept. Assemble 12pm Russell Square, London WC1B 5EH. March to Whitehall. Unite vs Tommy Robinson. Stand up to racism. Union logos including Unison and TUC
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