If you’ve not yet completed our members’ survey, please do. The link is here.
Why does the far-right exist?
Why does the far-right exist and why do they harbour animosity towards the Muslim community? Written By: Bill Acharjee, Southeast Black Members Committee, University of Brighton UNISON Branch I’m sure everyone has been deeply troubled by the recent wave of Islamophobia and racist violence and riots incited by far-right groups, specifically targeting Muslim communities and Mosques across the UK. Although,…
Members may be interested in this event, taking place tonight….
VULTURE CAPITALISM: Grace Blakeley & Siân Berry Wednesday, 11 September 2024 19:30 21:30 Brighthelm CentreNorth Road, BrightonBN1 1YD VULTURE CAPITALISM: Grace Blakeley & Siân Berry — Brighthink
2024-25 Final Pay Offer – please make sure you have your say!
This is the final offer in detail that we’re consulting members on. If you’ve not already done so, please make sure you have your say. Respond to the email, or use the links here: Higher Education Pay 2024-25 | UNISON National
2024-25 Pay Consultation
All members working directly for the University are now able to contribute to our pay consultation. You should have received an email on or around 7 August – just follow the link to have your say, or let us know if you can’t find the email. Further details about the pay offer and what it involves are here: Higher Education…
Please consider supporting Katie raising funds for Jon
I am sharing the link in case anyone is able to donate – any amount is welcome. There is more information about Jon’s story and the link to donate here – Fundraiser by Katie Cunningham : Urgent fundraiser for Jon (gofundme.com) Some other friends have also organised some music nights so I’m sharing those links in case they are…
Results of the 2023-24 Pay Re-ballot
We’re pleased to announce that we’ve once again beaten the 50%+ turnout threshold in our pay re-ballot. 75% of members who voted were in favour of strike action, on a 53% turnout. Thanks to everyone who made the effort, especially if you had to call to get hold of a replacement ballot paper. We’ll now use our mandate to continue…
UNISON Response to changes to Technical Staff titles and job descriptions
Here’s our initial response to the University’s proposed changes to the titles and job descriptions of technical members of staff Unison response to technical review (002) If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch, but please remember that if you’re affected by this, comments need to be submitted as soon as possible.
Annual General Meetings 2024
Happy New Year to you! All members are invited to fill in an attendance form for one of our AGMs in March. Please see the dedicated AGM page.