Union Chief: Trump 'Out of Control', Labour Failing Workers
UNISON's new General Secretary, Andrea Egan, condemns US action in Venezuela and accuses Keir Starmer's government of neglecting public services. Read her full critique.
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Unison's Egan warns against swapping Starmer for Streeting
New Unison chief Andrea Egan declares an end to backing Labour's right wing, warning against a Streeting leadership. She criticises his stance on strikes and calls for action on Palestine.
Unison's New Boss: No More Propping Up Hostile Politicians
Newly elected Unison General Secretary Andrea Egan pledges a radical shift, vowing the union will no longer back Labour politicians who attack workers like Wes Streeting.
Andrea Egan elected Unison leader in surprise result
Andrea Egan defeats incumbent Christina McAnea to become Unison's new general secretary, pledging a review of the union's ties with the Labour Party. Read the full story.
Unison elects left-wing leader expelled from Labour
Andrea Egan wins Unison leadership, defeating Starmer ally. The leftwinger's victory could see the UK's largest union cut Labour funding. Read the full story.
Andrea Egan wins Unison leadership in surprise result
Andrea Egan has been elected as the new general secretary of Unison, the UK's largest trade union, defeating incumbent Christina McAnea. She will begin her five-year term next month. Read the full story.
Andrea Egan elected leader of UK's biggest trade union
Andrea Egan defeats Christina McAnea to become Unison's new general secretary. The left-wing candidate will begin her five-year term next month. Read the full story.
Hard-Left Andrea Egan Ousts Unison Leader, Hits Starmer
Sir Keir Starmer faces a major blow as Unison, the UK's largest union, elects Andrea Egan, who vows to review its £1.5m Labour funding. Discover the implications for Labour's finances and leadership.
Starmer loses union ally as Unison elects new leader
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces a major setback after left-wing candidate Andrea Egan won the Unison general secretary election, defeating incumbent Christina McAnea. Egan has vowed to review union funding for Labour.
Starmer faces blow as union ally fights for job
Sir Keir Starmer could lose a key ally as Christina McAnea battles to keep her role as Unison general secretary. The result could reshape Labour's power structures and funding. Read the full analysis.
School Staff Shortages Harm Education & Safety
A Unison survey finds 3 in 5 schools have fewer staff than last year, jeopardising children's education and safety. Urgent government funding needed to address this crisis.
NHS phlebotomists strike for 236 days in pay dispute
Specialist blood-taking staff at Gloucestershire hospitals continue historic 236-day strike over pay grading dispute. Union demands fair recognition for skilled work. Read the full story.
Union boss challenges Starmer over workers' rights
UNISON General Secretary Christina McAnea challenges Labour leader on employment law reforms as new government faces pressure to deliver on election promises.
Starmer secures major UNISON union backing for Labour
Labour leader Keir Starmer receives crucial endorsement from Britain's largest union UNISON, strengthening his position ahead of potential general election.
NHS Pay Fury: Unions Threaten Winter Strike Action
Major healthcare unions have rejected the government's proposed 3% pay rise for NHS workers, branding it 'completely inadequate' and threatening coordinated strike action that could cripple health services this winter.
Coal Mining Museum staff strike over pay dispute
Workers at Yorkshire's National Coal Mining Museum walk out over 'insulting' pay offer as Unison union condemns management's refusal to negotiate fair wages.
Northern Ireland NHS staff strike over pay dispute
Thousands of health workers across Northern Ireland have launched fresh strike action in an ongoing pay dispute, causing significant disruption to NHS services while political stalemate continues at Stormont.
NHS strikes cancelled as unions accept pay deal
Breaking: NHS hospital workers call off planned strikes as union leaders agree to government pay offer, bringing relief to millions of patients across England.
Tories Should 'Hang Heads in Shame' Over NHS Crisis
UNISON launches blistering attack on Conservative government's handling of NHS workforce crisis as waiting lists hit record highs and staff face burnout.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Union demands fair pay for private sector workers
Unison leader Christina McAnea calls for equal pay and conditions for private sector workers under Labour's proposed New Deal, highlighting the need for fair treatment across all sectors.
Unions threaten NHS strikes over pay dispute
Unison and GMB unions warn of potential industrial action if the government fails to address pay disputes for NHS workers in England.
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