Union will not stand for political vetting, says Christina McAnea
Palestine
Announcement is a long overdue first step
UK government should co-ordinate support and aid to stop the killing, end the famine and save lives

UNISON has long called for the UK government to fully suspend the arms trade with Israel and get urgent food and medical aid into Gaza
More now needs to be done to ensure ceasefire, hostage release and humanitarian assistance
Union also calls on UK government to take further steps to bring about a permanent ceasefire and full access to humanitarian assistance
UNISON backs government plan for recognition

Palestinian workers thank UNISON members for their support at national conference

National executive council repeats demand for an immediate and permanent ceasefire

Conference marks International Workers’ Memorial Day with a minute’s silence in Liverpool