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Updates from the UK's biggest union @unison.org.uk International Team, mostly about global solidarity and international trade union rights www.unison.org.uk/about/what-we-do/…

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Ukraine Solidarity Campaign 🇺🇦✊🏽🚩 @ukrainesol.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
This Wednesday (8 July) at 6pm, we're protesting at the Russian embassy in Londo, to demand freedom for Ukrainian prisoners in Russia - including Crimean leftwing activist Denys Matsola, captured as a marine during the defence of Mariupol.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
On UN World Public Service Day, we send congratulations to PSLINK, PIPSEA, PUBLIK along with @psiglobalunion.bsky.social on this brilliant win! We are honored to contribute to ensure that Philippine community health workers are organised, recognised and rewarded as workers, not volunteers.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Happening today at 6pm! @jfcolombia.bsky.social special online event: What's Next for Colombia? Analysing the Election Result www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-next...
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What's Next for Colombia? Analysing the Election Result
JFC analyses Colombia's presidential election and what it means for trade unions, peace, human rights and the progressive movement.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Today, on UN Public Service Day, public service workers and trade unions across Europe are sounding the alarm on the public services emergency. We need public investment, more staff and fair pay for quality public services.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 18/06/2026
‘Justice may be delayed, but it does not die’ Palestinian trade union leader @ShaherSaed makes moving speech to conference #uNDC26 Read: unison.org.uk/news/2026/06... WATCH: youtu.be/Iwpd7ldxfcg
Palestinian trade union leader Shaher Saed makes moving speech to conference at conference rostrum
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EPSU @epsu.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
🇬🇧 Delegates at the @unison.org.uk National Conference warn of a growing #PublicServicesEmergency. From the UK to across Europe: low pay, unsafe workplaces, staff shortages and collapsing infrastructure are pushing public services to breaking point. We fight back together! @unisonglobal.bsky.social
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 18/06/2026
Hands off Cuba UNISON demands removal of Cuba from the USA’s State Sponsors of Terrorism (SSOT) list unison.org.uk/news/2026/06...
Conference hold up a 'hands off Cuba' banner
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Ahead of Thursday’s parliamentary debate, we’ve released a Workers’ Rights briefing about why the UK needs a Business, Human Rights and Environment Act to hold corporations accountable #HREDD #FreedomofAssociation. @corporatejusticeuk.bsky.social corporatejusticecoalition.org/news/news-up...
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Why we need a Business Human Rights and Environment Act to protect...
Trade unions, the core democratic mechanism for addressing power imbalances in the workplace are linked to higher productivity, lower inequality, reduced gender inequality, more resilient supply chain...
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Public Services International @psiglobalunion.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
NEWS: ICJ affirms ILO #right2strike in BIG WIN for workers+unions.✊🔴 🚩 'It provides international support for unions everywhere to #fightback when rights are attacked. It shows workers will stand up and be heard –– we have international law on our side.' –– PSI General Secretary Daniel Bertossa
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Victory for workers: World's Top Court Affirms ILO Right to Strike
In a victory for workers, unions and public services, the International Court of Justice has upheld the long-established interpretation that the right to strike is part of the International Labour Org...
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Nepal: Workers Mobilize to Block Ban on Public Sector Unions publicservices.international/resources/ne...
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
UNISON encourages donations to the Cuba Vive emergency food appeal, which is coordinating vital food aid for people in Cuba www.unison.org.uk/news/article...
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Sponsor a UNISON container of food aid for Cuba - UNISON National
UNISON encourages donations to the Cuba Vive emergency food appeal, which is coordinating vital food aid for people in Cuba
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Trade: Colombia Leads Global South Countries' Exit From ISDS publicservices.international/resources/ne...
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Colombia Leads Global South Countries' Exit From ISDS
Colombia's president, Gustavo Petro, has announced that the country will exit the international investment arbitration system (ISDS). This comes in the wake of an ongoing effort, of which PSI is a par...
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Philippines: Community Health Workers Win Their Union publicservices.international/resources/ne...
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Philippines: Community Health Workers Win Their Union
Community Health Workers (CHW) in the Philippines are celebrating a major organising win: securing their first union registration with the Department of Labour and Employment.
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ITUC @ituc.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
#AccessToJustice is key to democracy, peace and equality — yet many women still face discrimination, weak institutions and barriers to decision-making. Govts must guarantee justice, enforce labour rights & deliver economic justice for women. 🔗 buff.ly/BNy2Mq4 #IWD2026 #CSW70
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
On the 4th anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, trade unionist Ivanna Khrapko talks about the toll of life in a warzone, and the important role of unions. magazine.unison.org.uk/2026/02/26/t...
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‘The part of our work – and truly of my life – which is connected with war is never ending’ - Magazine
On the 4th anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, trade unionist Ivanna Khrapko talks about the physical and psychological toll of life in a warzone, and how the role of unions in her country is...
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Ukraine Solidarity Campaign 🇺🇦✊🏽🚩 @ukrainesol.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
On the eve of the 4th anniversary of the full-scale invasion, the Trades Union Congress and nine unions representing a majority of organised workers in the UK have issued a statement in solidarity with Ukraine and its workers. Please read + share! ukrainesolidaritycampaign.org/2026/02/23/u...
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Statement by UK trade unions in solidarity with Ukraine, on the fourth anniversary of the full-scale invasion
Statement issued by UK trade unions, in association with USC, on 23 February 2026, for the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February. All the signatories ar…
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Workplace Day of Action for Palestine, 12 February 2026: www.unison.org.uk/events/workp...
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Workplace Day of Action for Palestine - UNISON National
On 12 February UNISON branches will be supporting the TUC endorsed workplace day of action for Palestine. Branches and activists are encouraged to take part in actions to demand a permanent ceasefire,...
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
UNISON stands in solidarity with the Palestinian people. UNISON General Secretary Andrea Egan addresses the PSC National Demonstration for Palestine.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Defend the Right to Protest Civil Society Statement palestinecampaign.org/defend-the-r...
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Defend the Right to Protest Civil Society Statement - Palestine Solidarity Campaign
As a group of civil society organisations made up of trade unions, charities, NGOs, faith, climate justice, human rights, cultural, campaigning, and solidarity organisations, we believe that the right...
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EPSU @epsu.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
It’s been almost 4️⃣ years. ▪️ For four years, the Ukrainian people have been living under bombs. ▪️ For four years, Russia’s brutal aggression has continued. ▪️ For four years, workers in #Ukraine have been keeping their country running - rescuing people & supporting those forced to leave their homes.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/11/2025
On International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, we raise our voices for human and workers' rights and an end to the occupation. UNISON young members alongside Marwan Yaghi from the Palestinian Embassy & Christina McAnea stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people. ✊#PalestineDay
UNISON young members with Marwan Yaghi from the Palestinian Embassy, UNISON President Catherine Mckenna, general secretary Christina McAnea holding placards reading 'Solidarity with the Palestinian people.'
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EPSU @epsu.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
We opened our Executive Committee today by sending solidarity to Belgian unions on their general strike ✊ Austerity isn’t inevitable - workers are fighting back! #Solidarity is more than just a slogan for Europe's public service trade unions - it's the heart of our work.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/09/2025
‘On the news every night, we see the Palestinians of Gaza suffering famine, death and destruction. And yes, genocide too. We can’t continue to watch from the sidelines in horror.’ UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea #Lab25 www.unison.org.uk/news/2025/09...
Christina McAnea speaking for motion Peace in the Middle East at Labour conference " “The momentous decision by this government to recognise the state of Palestine is a critical contribution towards achieving peace in the Middle East.”
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Recognising Palestine is an important step, but there’s still more to do now www.unison.org.uk/news/general...
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Opinion: 'Recognising Palestine is an important step, but there's still more to do now' | General Secretary's blog | News | UNISON National
UNISON has long called for the UK government to fully suspend the arms trade with Israel and get urgent food and medical aid into Gaza
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 30/07/2025
Recognising the state of Palestine is the right thing to do. UNISON backs government plan for recognition www.unison.org.uk/news/2025/07...
Photo of Christina MxAnea "Recognition of the state of Palestine is a critical step towards bringing peace to the region, ending the illegal occupation and respecting basic human rights.”
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Workplace Day of Action for Palestine, Wednesday 2 July www.unison.org.uk/events/workp...
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Workplace Day of Action for Palestine | Events | UNISON National
The assault and blockade on Gaza have resulted in mass starvation and a significant risk of famine. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed attempting
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Workplace Day of Action for Palestine, Wednesday 2 July www.unison.org.uk/events/workp...
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Workplace Day of Action for Palestine | Events | UNISON National
The assault and blockade on Gaza have resulted in mass starvation and a significant risk of famine. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed attempting
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
On Friday ICE agents launched aggressive raids throughout Los Angeles. SEIU Local USWW President David Huerta was assaulted, injured and detained while advocating for immigrant workers. While he has been released from the hospital, he remains in custody. #FreeDavidEndRaids #SolidaritySummer
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
UNISON is supporting the Red Line for Palestine, 11:30am, tomorrow, 4 June, outside Parliament, London. The Palestine Solidarity Campaign will be creating a red line for Palestine around Parliament during PMQs to demand that the arms trade with Israel is suspended. Wear red.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Red line for Palestine, 11:30am, Wednesday, 4 June, outside Parliament, London. The Palestine Solidarity Campaign will be creating a red line for Palestine around Parliament during Prime Minister's Questions to demand that the arms trade with Israel is suspended. Wear red.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 20/05/2025
“UNISON joins the International trade union movement in condemning the atrocities that take place daily in Gaza and Palestine” There must be an ‘immediate and permanent ceasefire’. Christina McAnea, London rally for Palestine
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 17/05/2025
UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea spoke at the rally today in London commemorating 77 years of Nakba, calling for recognition of the state of Palestine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Christina met up with Palestinian ambassador Husam Zomlot at the march.
Christina speaking at the rallyChristina meeting Husam Zomlot
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
On this Workplace Day of Action UNISON calls on the UK Government to immediately recognise the State of Palestine.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 15/05/2025
🚨 TODAY: Join the workplace day of action for an immediate and permanent ceasefire. Share your photos! 📸
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UNISON South West @unisonsw.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Since the bombardment of Gaza resumed on 18 March thousands more Palestinians have been killed. UNISON is supporting the TUC endorsed workplace day of action for an immediate and permanent ceasefire.
UNISON staff holding signs reading “ceasefire now”
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Workplace Day of Action 15.5.25 www.unison.org.uk/events/cease...
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Health Workers are Not a Target. We Stand with Gaza’s First Responders.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
UNISON stands in solidarity with Rumeysa Ozturk an SEIU member in the US threatened with deportation by the Trump administration for speaking out on Palestine #4the1st
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 25/03/2025
We agree with HO Minister @jessphillipsmp.bsky.social yesterday at new MS Act guidance launch UK needs stronger regulation. The Biz, HR and Enviro Act we drafted with our partner CJC, includes the public sector. Recently, Labour Campaign for Human Rights asked how: www.lchr.org.uk/q_a_with_uni...
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Q&A with UNISON: Why the UK Needs a Business Human Rights and Environment Act
Welcome to the Labour Campaign for Human Rights. We promote human rights within the Labour Party.
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Thanks to @psiglobalunion.bsky.social and the UK's FCDO for the invitation. www.unison.org.uk/news/2025/03...
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Christina McAnea defends women's rights at UN event | Article, News | News | UNISON National
The UNISON general secretary emphasised how the public sector is essential to advancing women’s economic rights and equality
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
The UK Government must stop funding private public services using tax payers money and repurpose @britishintinv.bsky.social funding and create a Unit that supports the development of Quality Universal Public Services for all. www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
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Patients Detained, Denied Care at Hospitals Funded by World Bank
Billions of taxpayer dollars invested in for-profit facilities from Africa to Asia were supposed to improve access to healthcare. But stories of abuses have piled up.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 15/01/2025
International community must help make ceasefire work says UNISON UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea comments on the Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. www.unison.org.uk/news/press-r...
Statement: International community must help make ceasefire work, says UNISON. Commenting on the Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal announced today (Wednesday), UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said:

“This is a moment we all have long hoped for. An end to the 15-month conflict that has killed so many Palestinians, caused unimaginable suffering, devastated large swathes of Gaza, and meant such trauma for the Israeli hostages and their families.

“Too many lives have been lost, too much pain endured, but the international community must make every effort to provide urgent aid to Gaza so it can rebuild and ensure this ceasefire holds.

“This must be a lasting peace. A two-state solution must be everyone’s ultimate goal and UNISON reiterates its call to the UK government to recognise the state of Palestine.”
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Share and sign the petition to call on supermarkets to tell us how they are working to avoid forced labour in their supply chains 👇👇👇
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
UNISON's National Executive Committee stands in firm solidarity with the South Korean trade union movement. www.unison.org.uk/news/article... @the-tuc.bsky.social
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Solidarity with the South Korean trade union movement | Article | News | UNISON National
Message follows the president's attempt to to impose martial law
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EPSU @epsu.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
🚨 Jan Willem Goudriaan, EPSU General Secretary, is in Türkiye today - starting the day with a #solidarity visit to @diskinsesi.bsky.social @genelis.bsky.social, whose president was arrested in last week’s crackdown. ✊🏾We stand firm: Together, we’ll fight until arrested unionists are all FREE!
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
We're also echoing Sarah Champion MP
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
This month a Ukraine Solidarity Campaign delegation travelled to Ukraine, taking aid to workers & trade unionists and meeting with a wide range of activists & organisations. Next Saturday 30 November - 1pm, central London - join their report www.eventbrite.com/e/eyewitness...
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Eyewitness report from frontline Ukraine - and next steps for solidarity
In November UK solidarity activists drove to Ukraine to take vehicles, equipment + supplies, and meet comrades. Join us for a report back.
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European Federation of Journalists (EFJ) @europeanjournalists.org · 25/11/2024
#Cyprus: #AliKismir, president of Basin-Sen Kibris (Cypress Turkish Union of Journalists), is at risk of a decade in jail for speaking out against political interference to #NorthernCyprus by #Türkiye. We urge authorities to drop these charges and safeguard #PressFreedom! Read more ⬇️
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Northern Cyprus: Trial against Basin Sen union leader Ali Kişmir opens tomorrow
The trial against the President of the Cyprus Turkish Journalists’ Union, Ali Kişmir, is set to begin in Northern Cyprus on 26 November 2024. Kişmir ...
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UNISON International @unisonglobal.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
Free the Hong Kong 45 protest at Chinese Embassy in London, 3pm Saturday 30 November 2024
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 25/11/2024
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Nearly  one in three women have experienced violence. Violence against women and girls is one of the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violations in the world. There is #NoExcuse
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