Workplaces with union recognition are 20 per cent more likely to have an equal opportunities policy. UNISON has won increased leave for many of its members wherever they work. UNISON provides courses to help you learn new skills, improve existing ones and develop your career.

Is UNISON a good union to join?

Unison is a very poor union that fails to represent its members. My experience is that the representative at WMAS works with management to look after herself rather than represent members. ... Avoid Unison.

Is it worth being part of a union?

On average, union members get higher pay than non-members. They are also likely to get better sickness and pension benefits, more paid holiday and more control over things like shifts and working hours. This is because workers join together to negotiate pay and conditions rather than leaving them up to managers.