What kind of support can I get?

As a member of Unison, so long as you meet the minimum criteria, you can get support or representation for issues like the following:

• health and safety concerns, such as bullying/harassment issues
• disciplinary hearings
• probation hearings
• problems related to your terms and conditions

If you're not sure whether you qualify for support, please contact the branch secretary in the first instance.

Please note: the role of the union is to give you support if you are unable to resolve issues by yourself. A rule of thumb is that if you have tried to do something about a serious issue, and haven't gotten anywhere, then it's probably time to contact the union. If you haven't said anything to your manager/colleagues/whoever the source of the problem is about your concerns, then it probably isn't appropriate for the union to step in - although we will be able to advise you on what you should do in the first instance.