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Lesley Russel retires from Stirling Council after 49 years
Lesley Russell, hugely respected Systems and Support Librarian is retiring after a phenomenal 49 years of service. Lesley dedicated many years of service to UNISON, taking on several important representative roles, including Equalities Officer, Branch Secretary (2007–2009), and later Chair. She managed these commitments alongside the considerable demands of her day-to-day role, always finding time…
Keep readingTolbooth -nominated for Local Live Music Venue of the Year
We’re delighted to share thatTolbooth, Stirling has been nominated for Local Live Music Venue of the Year at this year’s Scottish Hospitality Awards. This nomination is a wonderful recognition of the artists, audiences, staff, and supporters who help make the venue such a vibrant part of Stirling and Scotland’s live music and entertainment scene. Tolbooth…
Keep readingCarers week 8-12 June
This week is Carers Week (8–12 June), which aims to recognise how many people undertake a caring role as part of their everyday lives. You may have caring responsibilities yourself, or you may work with someone who does. This can include supporting a family member, friend or loved one who relies on you. For many…
Keep readingStirling UNISON’s Industrial Action Ballot
Stirling UNISON’s Industrial Action Ballot following the Stirling Council’s imposition of the new Organisational Change Policy Stirling Council imposed a new Organisational Change policy that removes hard won terms and conditions. Under this new policy: • You have lost the right to receive up to 3 years additional pension entitlement if you were leaving the…
Keep readingCulture Night Stirling 2026: Carnival of the Wolf – Friday 1 May
It’s a big night for Stirling tomorrow as Culture Night Stirling 2026 takes over the city and surrounding areas from 6pm. Building on last year’s success at Stirling Castle, this year’s event is a celebration of everything that defines Stirling—creative, diverse, welcoming, and proudly rooted in its culture. With over 40 free events happening across…
Keep readingInternational Workers Memorial Day
On April 28th, colleagues and Trade Union representatives gathered at the memorial tree in the grounds of Old Viewforth to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day. The ceremony offered a moment to quietly remember those who have lost their lives, or whose health and futures have been affected, through work-related injury or illness. The wreath-laying, followed…
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