From crushing workloads to the clear impact of continued low pay on morale, it’s no wonder one fifth of staff are considering leaving the sector.
police and justice

The charter promises to tackle racism in its workplace and promote a diverse workforce

HMPPS re-opens award, with unions voting to accept new and improved offer

UNISON national officer for police and justice Ben Priestley on how catastrophic cuts and mismanagement have impacted the justice system

The Police Staff Week of Celebration and Recognition marks the vital contribution of UNISON members in keeping communities safe
Without more funding to plug these huge budget shortfalls, public confidence in the police will continue to fall.

Several key motions were passed at UNISON’s police and justice conference on providing security and support to members working in probation

Everyone agrees that the police community support officer is an ‘integral’ and much-loved part of the policing team – and we need more

To mark the 20th anniversary of the police community support officer, three PCSOs describe the pleasures and challenges of being the force’s ‘eyes and ears on the street’