Latest Posts
An Inspirational Woman – International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day gives us the chance not only to reflect on the inequalities women have faced, but also to recognise and celebrate the women whose leadership, strength, and solidarity shape our workplaces and our union. Today, UNISON Stirling Branch is proud to honour the exceptional contribution of our Branch Secretary, Lorraine Thomson. For the…
Keep readingInternational Women’s Day on 8 March
International Women’s Day on 8 March grew out of early 20th‑century movements for women’s rights, beginning with employment protests and expanding into a global call for equality. It marks both the achievements of women and the ongoing struggle for social, political, and economic rights. Early roots in the United States (1908–1909) International adoption (1910–1913) Why…
Keep readingANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS 18th February 2026 Meeting 1 in Person Council Chambers, Viewforth, Wednesday18th February 2026, 12pm – 2pm, Refreshments Provided Meeting 2 Teams Video Link, Wednesday 18th February 2026 6p.m-7.30p.m Business begins meeting 1, Council Chambers, Viewforth 12:00noon sharp and meeting 2 online 6p.m sharp. Please note this year we will be holding 2…
Keep readingUNISON briefing and press coverage – Children (Care) Bill Stage 1 vote
The Children (Care, Care Experience etc) Bill receives its Stage 1 debate and vote in parliament tomorrow (Wed 14th) A UNISON briefing about the bill’s failure to remove profit from the care of looked after children was sent to all MSPs a day ago (web link: https://unison-scotland.org/msp-briefing-children-care-care-experience-services-planning-bill-stage-1-debate/) Coverage in The Herald today SNP face breaking…
Keep readingBlack Members Committee Annual General Meeting
UNISON Scotland See information for the forthcoming Scottish Black Members Committee Annual General Meeting. Please note the deadline dates set for submissions. The meeting will take place on Saturday 31 January 2026, 10:30 – 13:00 via MS Teams.
Keep readingUnison Stirling Branch LG Organisational Change Policy Dispute/Grievance Update
We advised members of concerns and the decision taken at a full committee meeting of Stirling Council held on Thursday 26th June 2025 to change and implement a new Organisational Change Policy despite the UNISON Stirling Branch having raised concerns in relation to the changes proposed, lack of information/detail, lack of robust/meaningful consultation and erosion…
Keep readingSomething went wrong. Please refresh the page and/or try again.
Stirling UNISON 