Similar Posts
UNISON meal
UNISON meal: Yesterday, branch committee and active members went out for a meal (photo attached). Next time, we would like to organise a social event where all branch members would be invited. If you have any ideas of what exactly we could do and where, please get in touch. We are considering organising a Karaoke…
Summary of the strike & other short announcements
Short summary of Friday (the day of strike) We had a fantastic day of strike action on Friday. We spoke to hundreds and hundreds of students and parents about our vision for a better University that would embody the spirit of democratic practices of work and learning. We have received overwhelming support from prospective students,…
Press Release – End of the 18-19 Dispute and Plans for the Future
Monday 25th November For immediate release Following a protracted campaign involving six days of strike action on key dates including graduation and open days, UNISON members at the University of Birmingham have voted to accept an improved offer from the University and bring their dispute to a close. The offer equates to 4.85% for band…
UoB UNISON Women’s Officer proposes a new University policy on domestic violence and stalking – read the full draft
On the UNISON committee we support our members who find themselves in a wide range of difficulties. This sometimes means helping you get support from the University if you go through a time of family crisis. Statistics show that every week women are killed by their partners, but in addition to this many people (mostly,…
Press Release: University “putting city at risk” as Birmingham sees “worrying” rise in hospital admissions
Press contact: James Brackley (UCU), jb4243@hotmail.com; Mike Moore (UNISON), mich_moore@hotmail.co.uk;07/09/2020 [STARTS] As the number of cases rise across the country and concerns grow nationally about the potential impact of reopening Universities, unions at the University of Birmingham have expressed serious concerns about plans to reopen the Edgbaston campus. There have been at least three confirmed…
Karaoke Afternoon with UoB UNISON! (Sat 26th Jan at 3pm)
You are invited to a karaoke afternoon at Karaoke Box in Birmingham. Please note this is not a karaoke bar, you rent out the room and only sing in front of your group. Partners are welcome to join too! Karaoke at Karaoke Box, Birmingham (http://website.karaokebox.co.uk/birmingham/) Date: Saturday 26th January Time: 3pm-5pm Cost: £10 per person PRE-BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL…
