Guides and briefings

From 20 January 2025, employers who fail to collectively consult with unions may have to pay up to 25% more in compensation

UNISON’s legal officer and in-house solicitor Bruce Robin looks at the government’s plans for new bills on employment rights and race and disability equality

There’s an issue you want to address, campaign for, change for the better. But how do you win the hearts and minds of those who matter? Simon Jackson unpicks the art of lobbying

UNISON’s legal team explores several new and amended regulations that seek to improve family life for employees

UNISON national secretary Sara Gorton explains why this year’s service group elections are so critical

With 2024 being a big year for elections, UNISON policy officer David Arnold explores how to vote – including new ID requirements – and how to encourage others to vote too

UNISON recognises the importance of being loud and visible in support of its transgender members, especially at a time where anti-trans hate crimes are increasing

A successful insourcing campaign at a London university offers valuable lessons for UNISON’s campaign to bring services in-house

UNISON branches are tackling insourcing with increasing success. The union has produced a new guide that will help others wishing to bring their members back in-house