NPT Unison

11/06/2026

Reminder – NJC Pay Update

Just a reminder of the recent NJC pay update shared by Mark Fisher, UNISON NPT Branch Secretary and NJC Cymru Representative.

The NJC Committee met on 7 April and agreed that the 3.3% pay offer falls short of what members deserve. To keep momentum, the offer was rejected without a lengthy consultation.

To improve our chances of success, a more consolidated approach has been adopted. Previous ballots have often failed to reach the 50% turnout required by law. By focusing on employers where membership and engagement are strongest, we increase the likelihood of achieving a successful ballot and putting real pressure on employers.

This means NJC members in NPT Council and Celtic Leisure will not be included in this ballot. While disappointing, this focused strategy gives us the best chance of securing a better pay offer for all.

All members still have an important role to play, please continue to support the campaign and help raise awareness.

Thank you for your continued support.

09/06/2026

UNISON NPT members

📢 Free online training opportunity:
How to be a Good Trans Ally

🗓 Tuesday 30 June
⏰ 2.00–4.30pm

This short course will help you understand how to support trans, non-binary and gender diverse colleagues, and explore the role of a trans ally in the workplace.

✅ Open to all UNISON members
👉 See flyer below for full details and how to apply

05/06/2026

💜 The People Behind UNISON 💜

It’s time for another ! Each week, we highlight the incredible reps who go above and beyond to support and represent our members.

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on one of our fantastic reps 👇

29/05/2026

💜 The People Behind UNISON

We’re back with another !

Each week, we shine a light on the reps who support and stand up for our members.

Let’s meet this week’s rep 👇

29/05/2026

UNISON Update 📢

We are in talks with Senior Leadership Team on adopting updated HMRC mileage rates for 2026–27.

If agreed, changes will be backdated to 6 April 2026.

Proposed rates include:

🚗 55p (first 10k miles) / 25p thereafter

🏍️ 24p

🚲 20p

UNISON will provide a further update once discussions have concluded.

28/05/2026

💡 Feeling the Impact of Rising Costs? UNISON Can Help 💡

With the cost of living crisis and rising energy prices, support is available for UNISON members.

🔗 Find out more: https://join.unison.org.uk/

“There for You” offers:

● Financial help in times of hardship
● Support with living costs, including energy bills
● Debt advice and wellbeing support

📢 Don’t struggle in silence—access the support available to you as a member.

Members experiencing financial and emotional difficulties can contact our welfare charity, There for You, which provides a confidential advice and support service for members and their dependants.

27/05/2026

School Uniform Grant – OPEN TODAY

UNISON’s There for You fund is now open today (Wednesday) at 12 noon – but only for 24 hours!

If you're struggling with school uniform costs, you can apply for a £75 voucher per child.

⏰ Closes tomorrow at 12 noon – don’t miss out!

👉 Apply now: https://www.unison.org.uk/get-help/services-support/there-for-you/school-uniform-grant/ [unison.org.uk]

Need help with the cost of kids' uniforms? Apply for a £75 voucher per school-aged child. Applications open 12 noon on 27 May 2026.

27/05/2026

Hot Weather in the Workplace – UNISON Guidance

UNISON NPT has received a number of queries regarding high temperatures in the workplace.

Unfortunately, there is currently no legal maximum working temperature set in the UK. However, employers are still required to ensure that workplace conditions are “reasonable” under health and safety legislation.

When indoor temperatures start to reach around 30°C (or lower for physically demanding roles), this may be considered uncomfortable or unsafe, and staff can reasonably ask for adjustments.

If you are experiencing difficulties due to heat, you are encouraged to raise this with your manager in the first instance. If concerns are not addressed, please contact UNISON for further support.

UNISON Direct - 0800 0 857857
UNISON NPT Office - 01639 862810
Mark Fisher - 07971 255130

23/05/2026

YOU might be shocked to hear there’s a school in Cardiff that operates a foodbank for its own staff.In fact, one in six school support staff in Wales have told Unison they have used a foodbank. Some are forced to rely on benefits to keep their heads above water.These are the thousands of women acr...

22/05/2026

💜 The People Behind UNISON 💜

We’re back for another

Every week, we celebrate the amazing reps who go above and beyond to support, represent and stand up for our members.

Let’s introduce this week’s star rep 👇