UNISON-West Lothian

07/10/2026

Invest in us. Invest in services.

05/10/2026

Be ready to vote in ballots - add your personal, not work, email address to your UNISON membership now.

02/10/2026

Luke Henderson, Branch Chair: 'West Lothian Local Government branch is supporting UNISON's Year of Green Activity to tackle climate change by making a contribution to tree planting throughout our local community with TreeTime.'
Richard Darke, TreeTime: 'Trees are honestly the heartbeat of our communities here in West Lothian—they shape how our neighbourhoods look and feel. Beyond just making the area beautiful, they do so much heavy lifting for the environment by fighting climate change and giving local wildlife a place to live.'

30/09/2026

Stand with unions against cuts

28/09/2026

https://unison.org.uk/there-for-you/seasonal-food-fund
Please see the link for full details on eligibility and how to apply

25/09/2026

23/09/2026

Joint statement from UNISON Scotland’s convenor Mark Ferguson and local government committee chair Susanne Gens: We are aware of the

21/09/2026

🛡️ UNISON MEMBERS: HAVE YOU CLAIMED YOUR FREE £5,000 ACCIDENTAL DEATH COVER?
One of the benefits of UNISON membership is access to FREE £5,000 Accidental Death Cover. 💙
The cover provides a £5,000 cash payment to your next of kin if you die as a result of an accident.
✅ FREE — you pay nothing
✅ Cover lasts for 12 months
✅ Annually renewable and always free
✅ Available to eligible UK residents aged 18–69
👉 It’s easy to register:
https://insurance.unisonprotect.co.uk/
Don’t miss out on a valuable benefit that comes with your UNISON membership.
📞 Questions about the cover? Call 0800 033 4182.
Terms, conditions and eligibility apply. Please read the policy information carefully before registering.

16/09/2026

💷 STRUGGLING WITH DEBT? UNISON IS HERE TO HELP. 💙
Money worries can affect anyone. If bills are piling up or you’re finding it difficult to manage your finances, you don’t have to deal with it alone.
As a UNISON member, you can access free, confidential debt advice and support through UNISON Debtline.
You can get help with:
🔹 Credit cards and loans
🔹 Rent, mortgage and council tax arrears
🔹 Managing repayments
🔹 Negotiating with creditors
🔹 Finding a way forward that works for you
📞 UNISON Debtline: 0800 389 3302
🕐 Monday–Friday 8am–8pm | Saturday 9am–3pm
There’s no shame in asking for help. Taking that first step could make a real difference.
👉 Find out more:https://unison.org.uk/there-for-you/debt-advice-and-support

15/09/2026

TEACHING support staff in Edinburgh won more than £250,000 in damages from the council last year after a surge in school violence.