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UNISON in Further Education
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We represent thousands of members across Further Education, working together to improve pay, terms and conditions.
Join 100s of educators and activists from across the education spectrum for a day of critical discussion exploring the role of educators in organising for a just transition.

At Regents High School, London on Saturday 14 March 2026.

Claim your free ticket here: buytickets.at/ministryofec...
November 27, 2025 at 9:33 AM
Thank you to everyone who came to the HE and FE seminar this week. The 'Name the Bear' competition, fundraising for There For You, were named Attlee and Unity. They are both on their way to their new homes.

We hope to see you next year!
November 6, 2025 at 10:35 AM
These ballot bears have arrived in York for the #UNISONHEFE25 Seminar! These two will be finding a new home with our 'name the bear' competition, fundraising for There For You (UNISON Welfare).

Follow us and @unisoninhe.bsky.social for more bear giveaways coming soon!
November 3, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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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
October 20, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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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
October 14, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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🧠 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
October 10, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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UNISON statement on the second anniversary of the 7 October attacks.
October 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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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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September 29, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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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
September 18, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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🗓️ Sat 13 Sept - March against fascism ✊

Demo organised by #StandUpToRacism and supported by the TUC

www.unison.org.uk/events/march...
👥 Pass the model motion at your branch
🚌 Book your transport
✊ Donate!
September 3, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Good luck to all those awaiting results today! 🍀

Thank you to all the other stars in our schools - the staff who have helped everyone throughout the school years and continue to support them as they step into their future! 💫
August 21, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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🚨 The UK government will test the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 Sept at 3pm. It's a warning system for emergencies like floods, wildfires and storms. You will not need to take any action.  
More 👉 gov.uk/alerts 

Domestic abuse survivors may wish to turn off alerts 👉 www.gov.uk/alerts/optin...
August 18, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Good luck to all those awaiting A Level, BTEC, and T-level results today 🍀

Thank you to all our champions working in colleges and sixth forms across the country who have got everyone this far and continue to support them as they step into their future!
August 14, 2025 at 7:54 AM
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It's International Cat day! 🐈

Studies show unionised workplaces tend to have higher wages and more benefits, including things like more paid holiday and a better pension.

Millie says join a union for fair pay.
August 8, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Are your membership details up to date? Make sure you don’t miss out on information about your pay, the latest campaigns and UNISON’s news by checking your details on MyUNISON: www.unison.org.uk/my-unison/
My UNISON | UNISON National
My UNISON allows you to manage and update your membership details, change your address, or find out how to cancel membership.
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August 6, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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How unions got their power back

Senior UNISON staff discuss how the Employment Rights Bill will liberate trade unions from the legal shackles imposed by the Tories and transform industrial relations – in ways that benefit all workers.
How unions got their power back - Magazine
Senior UNISON staff discuss how the Employment Rights Bill will liberate trade unions from the legal shackles imposed by the Tories and transform industrial relations – in ways that benefit all…
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July 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Is it too hot to work? 🥵

Sign the TUC petition for a maximum working temperature www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/we...

UNISON guidance: www.unison.org.uk/health-and-s...

Join the TUC week of action: mass workplace inspection www.tuc.org.uk/news/workpla...
We need a maximum working temperature
Every summer, temperatures are rising and working in prolonged heat and sun can be dangerous. It can cause a number of health concerns, from dehydration and dizziness to the most serious of…
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July 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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The first set of negotiations on further education pay in England have disappointingly not resulted in a recommendation as the AoC want more time to consider individual college budgets. The joint trade unions have issued a statement that can be found on our webpage: www.unison.org.uk/about-2/coll...
UNISON - the public service union
UNISON is one of the UK’s largest trade unions, with 1.3 million members. We represent staff who provide public services in the public and private sector.
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July 3, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Last week, trade unions and the Association of Colleges (AoC) launched its Just Transition road map for colleges as part of a just transition for the climate and sustainability. Creating a greener, fairer and more sustainable future is essential for jobs, skills and education.
June 30, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Yesterday, the Association of Colleges delayed making a pay recommendation to its college members. This is extremely disappointing, especially when extra funds put into FE over the past two years has not been reflected in staff pay packets. That must change. #it'stimeforfairpay
AoC delays pay recommendation until September
Colleges need summer to work new £160m funding into budgets, David Hughes says
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June 27, 2025 at 8:23 AM
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Too hot to work?
Find out the rules around working in the heat:
www.unison.org.uk/health-and-s...
June 25, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Staff in FE are badly paid, with pay having fallen by 40%+ in real terms since 2010. In England, staff in FE colleges lack the advantages of national bargaining: a disparity between schools and colleges on pay negotiations. UNISON is calling on members to join the campaign & sign the pledge.
Join us in the call for fully funded national bargaining in further education colleges in England | UNISON National
Your pledge is confidential to UNISON and will not be shared with your employer or any other organisation. UNISON is committed to calling for a joint
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June 25, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Staff in FE have seen their pay fall by 40%+ in real terms since 2010. UNISON is committed to calling for a joint position to bring in fully funded national bargaining in England. We're asking members in FE to pledge to get involved in future activities & encourage colleagues to join the campaign.
Join us in the call for fully funded national bargaining in further education | UNISON National
Your pledge is confidential to UNISON and will not be shared with your employer or any other organisation. UNISON is committed to calling for a joint
www.unison.org.uk
June 19, 2025 at 8:56 AM
UNISON general secretary: ‘Despite fighting chronically low pay, our further education members have campaigned hard for proper national pay bargaining… if govts. across the UK are serious about improving life chances… I would say to them, look no further than the FE and Sixth Form sector.’ (15:36)
Christina McAnea - local government conference
YouTube video by UNISON
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June 16, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Champions in Our Colleges celebrates support staff working in further education, giving all staff recognition to the hard work and dedication they show every day.

Congratulations to our winners of #ChampionsInOurColleges, and a big thank you to all support staff in FE for the amazing work you do.
Champions in Our Colleges | Colleges | UNISON National
Champions in Our Colleges will take place on Friday 2 May 2025. This day is designed to celebrate support staff working in further education and give recognition to the hard work and dedication they s...
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June 9, 2025 at 1:08 PM