Serious about levelling up? Let ’s see the evidence

Speaking online, general secretary Christina McAnea thanked delegates for attending one of the first major UNISON online conferences since the pandemic struck. While acknowledging that the virtual event was far from ideal, she focused on the importance of local government members coming together – in person or digitally – to set the direction for UNISON and debate the key issues affecting the sector. Thanking members for the great work they’ve done in difficult circumstances, Ms McAnea said: “At UNISON we’ve always known that council, school, college staff and all our other members in the sector always go the extra mile. Delivering day in and day out for people, for families, for communities up and down the UK. “But COVID has also meant that the crucial role local government workers play has been clearer than ever to the public. This essential work was happening before COVID, and as we know will continue after it. “Every time I see or hear of a crisis or emergency, whether a flood, a fire, a food poisoning outbreak, whatever it may be, I know the people at the heart of it will be UNISON members. You are the ones getting the call in the early hours, supporting communities and finding solutions. “But the pandemic has also deepened the financial crisis in our councils. It’s clearer than ever that we need a bold new approach to providing local government services. One in which the services are properly supported, along with those who deliver them. “Such an ap...
Source: UNISON Health care news - Category: UK Health Authors: Tags: Article Christina McAnea local government local government conference 2021 Source Type: news