2026 Council & School Pay

by | Apr 17, 2026 | News

Staffordshire UNISON notes that pay negotiations remain ongoing as the new financial year begins. Last week, the Local Government Association (LGA) announced a “final” one‑year pay offer of 3.3%. The LGA negotiates on behalf of 350 local authorities across England,...

NJC Pay 2026: Offer Received

by | Mar 27, 2026 | News

On 24 March 2026, following pay talks, the NJC Employers’ Side made a pay offer for 2026 for England, Cymru and Northern Ireland. The claim is for an increase of 3.3% on all pay points from 1 April. The Employers rejected the other elements of the unions’...

Branch Employed Case Worker Vacancy

by | Mar 4, 2026 | News

The Staffordshire Branch is looking to recruit a part-time Caseworker on a 12-month fixed term contract to work within our Branch based in Stafford. You will need to be able to travel within the region for meetings/training as required. This role involves regular...

Winter Essentials Grant Programme 2026

by | Dec 8, 2025 | News

Winter Essentials Grant Programme 2026 The Winter Fuel Essentials Grant programme will be launched on 10 December 2025. You shouldn’t have to choose between heating and eating, but UNISON Welfare is there for you. If you’re a UNISON member on a low income, you may be...

NJC Pay Claim 2026

by | Dec 2, 2025 | News

The NJC pay claim for 2026, covering England, Cymru and Northern Ireland, has now been submitted.   Please find information below: Download File PDF Loading... Download File PDF...