UNISON Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Branch

16/06/2026

Labour MP Jo Cox was killed on this day in 2016 – just a week before the EU referendum.

After a career working with charities like Oxfam and Save the Children, Cox was elected the MP for Batley and Spen in 2015. In her maiden speech she argued that "We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us.”

On the 16th of June, 2016, she was shot and stabbed outside her constituency surgery by a white supremacist shouting ‘Britain first!’

Cox was a victim of the extremist hatred that has fermented in British society for too long. But today, we’re celebrating her legacy of unity over division, of hope over hate.

16/06/2026

UNISON Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Branch is proud to have attended UNISON’s Local Government Conference 2026.

Our delegation in Brighton making sure the voices of Rotherham members are heard on pay, equality, public services and workplace rights.

A big thank you for representing the branch and standing up for our members! ✊



UNISON Yorkshire & Humberside

14/06/2026

✊ Wakefield District UNISON at Orgreave Anniversary March✊

Today, Wakefield District UNISON stood proudly at the Orgreave Anniversary March and Rally in Sheffield, with banners held high in support of truth and justice for the miners brutalised at Orgreave in 1984.

42 years on, we remember the courage of those who stood firm during the Miners’ Strike and continue the fight to ensure the truth is finally told.

Solidarity then, solidarity now. ✊

10/06/2026

Council and school workers keep our services running every day. They deserve a pay rise that reflects the job they do and deals with the cost of living.

The NJC pay offer isn’t good enough. That’s why UNISON is preparing to ballot members for industrial action ✉️

Every member can make a difference. By getting involved now, we can build a strong campaign and send a clear message that council and school workers are worth more 📮

Watch this webinar to hear the latest on the pay campaign, what the ballot means and how we can win a better deal together ✊


UNISON Yorkshire & Humberside

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09/06/2026

Last week UNISON Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Branch Executive Committee unanimously backed a motion calling on RMBC to increase mileage rates in line with the latest recommendations and undertake a full review of its mileage policy.

Our members should not be out of pocket for using their own vehicles to deliver vital public services.

We have formally asked the Council to review the current arrangements urgently.



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04/06/2026

The Local Government NJC pay ballot is coming soon! ✉️

Make sure your voice counts. If your home address is out of date, you could miss your ballot paper when voting opens 📮

Take two minutes today to check and update your details✊

GET. BALLOT. READY.

➡️ https://www.unison.org.uk/my-unison/

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01/06/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

This Pride Month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, recognise the progress that has been made, and reaffirm our commitment to equality, dignity and respect for all.

At Unison, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, valued and included at work and in society. Pride is not only a celebration of identity and diversity but also a reminder of the ongoing fight against discrimination and inequality.

We stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ workers and communities, championing workplaces where everyone can be themselves without fear or prejudice.

Together, we continue to campaign for fairness, inclusion and equal rights for all.

Happy Pride Month from everyone at Unison! 🏳️‍🌈

16/05/2026

16/05/2026

This weekend we are at the DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds to get stuck into Officer training and awards.

Training weekends are an important opportunity to strengthen our knowledge, develop new skills, and continue building the support we provide for members in the workplace.

A special well done to the man who wears many hats- Disability Officer, Health and Safety Officer, & Regional Chair for black members SOG Abdul Rashid for winning Equality & Inclusion Champion 🙏🏼

Solidarity 💪🏼

06/12/2025

UNISON Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Branch Secretary Kerri was proud to attend the public demo today in support of the striking UNISON members at the National Coal Mining Museum for England.

An outstanding turnout, with unions united in support of the Wakefield District Unison members on strike. Dave Pike TUC North East, Yorkshire & Humber and Jon Trickett MP delivered powerful speeches honouring the courage and solidarity of the mining community.

Your fight inspires us all ✊

UNISON Yorkshire & Humberside
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https://www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/chief-executive-and-trustees-of-national-coal-mining-museum-must-resign-now