Council and school pay

Latest pay claim for local government staff in North Yorkshire School and council staff need a fair pay rise Local government staff keep communities safe, clean and accessible, often for little to no recognition. Without dedicated staff, local government will collapse. And without fair pay, councils will continue to struggle to recruit and retain staff […]

In UNISON November 2025

BRANCH NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2025 We’re thrilled to bring you the latest UNISON newsletter! This month, we’ve got some fantastic information, exciting updates, and member benefits. Dive in and enjoy! And as always, we’d love to hear your thoughts and achievements within the union. Read the latest edition – UNISON NY Newsletter November 2025

NJC Pay 2025-26: offer made

As members know, the branch consulted with you in December to establish the union’s pay claim which was submitted to Local Government employers on 31st January. The claim The claim was for: an increase of £3,000 on all pay points a clear ‘roadmap’ to reach a minimum pay rate of £15 an hour an increase of one day of […]

In UNISON March 2025

  BRANCH NEWSLETTER MARCH 2025 We’re thrilled to bring you the latest UNISON newsletter! This month, we’ve got some fantastic information, exciting updates, and member benefits. Dive in and enjoy! And as always, we’d love to hear your thoughts and achievements within the union. Read the latest edition – In UNISON March 2025

Opinion: Help make the case for better local government funding

We are encouraging as many members as possible to contact their MPs, because the country can’t be fixed with underfunded local government Of all the areas woefully neglected by the previous government, few have been decimated quite like local councils. Hundreds of thousands of jobs have been lost since 2010 and councils have been forced […]

NJC Pay Claim 2025-26

Update from National Secretary Mike Short with regards to the NJC Pay Claim for 2025-2026. Dear Colleague, This is to confirm that the NJC Committee received the results of the consultation of branches on the headline pay claim for 2025. Branches were asked for their views on the proposed headline claim of £3,000 on every […]

In UNISON December 2024

BRANCH NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2024 As we wrap up the year, let’s celebrate our achievements and look forward to what’s next. This month’s newsletter is packed with information, highlights, and upcoming events. Thank you for your support and dedication. Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a fantastic new year! Read the latest edition – December 2024 

In UNISON October 2024

BRANCH NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 2024 Wondering what’s going on in your branch?  Wonder no more!  The In UNISON Newsletter is back! Read the latest edition – October 2024   

Workers in councils and schools should reject low pay offer, says UNISON

Staff to be consulted over employers’ pay proposal Council and school staff in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are worth far more than the “disappointing” pay increase they’ve been offered by employers, says UNISON today (Thursday). The union is to consult hundreds of thousands of workers in local government over the £1,290 offer made last […]

North Yorkshire Pension Fund – New Website

Good afternoon   The North Yorkshire Pension Fund website has had a makeover, If you are a member (or are eligible to to be in the scheme) please use the link below to view the website, www.nypf.org.uk Please also see this link Member flyer for website_May 2024 for more information.