What does a trade union do? campaigns locally and nationally to improve pay and conditions implements equality and health and safety policy protects staff.

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What does a trade union do? campaigns locally and nationally to improve pay and conditions implements equality and health and safety policy protects staff interests lobbies government and negotiates with key players in education negotiates with other trade unions on common issues provides representation and legal advice for members has special interest groups such as Women, Disabled, LGBT and more….

2 Who are the recognised trade unions at Leeds? »Unison »Unite »UCU

3 Which do I join? Each union has negotiating rights for a specific group of staff, and staff would normally be advised to join the union that negotiates for them. Staff also have the right to choose to join one of the other unions who can also represent their interests, with some staff being members of more than one. However the most important thing is that you do join a union.

Come and see us We have stalls for you to visit during the breaks Pick up more information (and freebies!) Talk to the representatives Find out how to join We look forward to meeting you………..