Welcome to UNISON Caerphilly
"You're strong and we're standing strong with you."
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We are the largest Trade Union in Caerphilly, supporting public service employees.
We recognise that unity is our strength and work tirelessly to promote truth, justice and equality. Our purpose is not just to be a voice for the voiceless but to give them a voice of their own.
September 2020
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DON'T MISS THE BUS!
If you need advice or support at work, join UNISON today. Keep a lookout as our new Stagecoach campaign goes live throughout the borough this week.
September 2020
URGENT MESSAGE TO CAERPHILLY RESIDENTS FROM YOUR PUBLIC SERVICE WORKERS
Unions UNISON, GMB and UNITE who represent Caerphilly council staff are calling on all Caerphilly residents to respect the new lockdown rules.
The only way to defeat this virus is by solidarity from all generations.
We stand shoulder to shoulder - two metres apart- with everyone in lockdown, but this must be a collective effort.
Hundreds of your council workers have fought tirelessly throughout the pandemic to keep services running for the benefit of the community.
School support staff, care workers, refuse workers and others continue to put themselves on the front line for the sake of residents and their family members. The very least we can do is abide by the rules that will make them, and us, safer.
Whilst we’d all love to get back to normal, we do not want to see more lives lost in Caerphilly when this loss is so easily prevented by following the new guidelines.
The availability and turnaround of testing will be key to keeping track of new cases. If residents do their bit, then so must government by prioritising test, track and trace.
Let's work together Caerphilly!
Yours in hope and solidarity, UNISON, GMB and UNITE trade unions
August 2020
KEEPING CAERPHILLY SCHOOLCHILDREN
FED DURING COVID
UNISON members across the county borough council helped in an ambitious scheme to fill the gap left by free school meals. Read more .....
August 2020
SOCIAL CARE WORKFORCE SPECIAL PAYMENT SCHEME
The Welsh Government has now published its final guidelines on the £500 supplement for Social Care Workers.
The scheme has been introduced to recognise and reward the hard work and commitment of social care staff, who have provided essential care to our most vulnerable citizens at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
It is aimed at staff who have worked within registered care homes and domiciliary care services during the period from 15 March to 31 May 2020.
To be eligible for this payment, staff must be either:
- a paid employee of a registered care home or domiciliary care service;
- an agency care worker;
- an agency nurse who has worked in the same setting for 12 weeks or more; or
- a personal assistant paid through direct payments
Some employees may prefer to spread the payment over time to better suit their personal circumstances. There is an option to receive the payment in five equal instalments of £100 per month spread over five successive months.
Further details and FAQs can be found in the link here
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June 2020
CORONAVIRUS ADVICE - FOR SCHOOL SUPPORT STAFF IN CYMRU WALES
We want to do all we can to support school support workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
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June 2020
PAY UP NOW FOR COUNCIL AND SCHOOL WORKERS
If you’re a local government member, it’s time for you to decide. Make sure you have your say on your pay.
UNISON has launched a consultation, to allow members’ to decide whether to accept or reject a payrise of 2.75% and a one day increase in annual leave allowance. Read more .....
April 2020
SCHOOL CLOSURE WALES FAQS
Will schools be opening over Easter holidays and weekends? If so, do I have to come in and will I be paid? School closure Wales FAQs, published 7th April Read more .....
April 2020
FREE ONLINE COURSES
UNISON Cymru Wales to deliver free online Covid-19 training across Wales Read more .....
March 2020
IMPORTANT NOTICE: COVID19 UPDATE
As the COVID-19 virus spreads, find out what your rights at work are. Read more .....
March 2020
School FAQ guidance coronvirus download file
FAQs for school staff download file
IMPORTANT NOTICE: COVID19 UPDATE
Statement by Kirsty Williams Minister for Education
I’d like to thank parents for listening to the advice and keeping most children at home. I’d be grateful if tomorrow morning you only use schools or childcare as a last resort.
The advice has not changed as a result of tonight’s decision to further restrict movement, which our First Minister, along with other UK leaders took with the sole aim of slowing the spread of coronavirus.
Children should be at home wherever possible, critical workers will still need to have safe care arrangements for their children. Our schools and childcare settings are providing a vital service to support critical workers and our most vulnerable children.
Those involved in the current arrangements looking after children should continue. Many thanks to our amazing teaching and childcare professionals for their commitment in this time of national need.
This situation will continue for the immediate term but we will be reviewing with healthcare professionals, local authorities and our teaching unions.
March 2020
AGM 2020 IMPORTANT UPDATE
Following advice, due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, we have decided to postpone the AGM’s that were due to take place over the next 2 weeks. We hope to reschedule them at some point and are waiting for further guidance from our Regional team as to how this can be done within our UNISON rule book.
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Dates of Aggregated AGMs 2020
You are warmly invited to attend one of Unison's aggregated Annual General Meetings (AGM) to be held on the dates shown below. This year NINE meetings have been arranged to give every member a choice of day, time and venue.
May 2020
Details of exciting Spring UNISON quiz for members
Come and join us this fun members event. Unison Quiz – Friday May 1st. Penallta Rugby Club – 7:30pm
March 2020
Members Learning Programme Spring 2020
Gain a better understanding of the terms, causes and symptoms of anxiety and stress. Looking at how anxiety and stress can affect the individual as well as family and friends. With the overall aim of improving your management of both.
March 2020
7 Reasons to join UNISON this Easter
Legal Help, Financial Assistance, Compensation, Discounts, Helpline, Training and Support - we’ll be with you when you need it most.
March 2020
Latest Local Government Pay Campaign News
After ten years of real terms pay cuts, you deserve a decent pay rise. If you’re a council or
school worker, make sure you have your say on pay. Click on PDF link or image for more information.
February 2020
Violence at Work Survey Results
The report is now ready for you to read the results.
Closes 14th February
Winter Fuel Grant for Members
There for You has set up a limited fund to help UNISON members. If your net income is £18,000 or less you may be eligible to receive a grant of £40.
November / December 2019
'Stars In Our School' at Trinity Fields
Caerphilly Unison staff attended Trinity Fields Special School Christmas Fayre today to celebrate Stars in Our Schools Day .
November / December 2019
Caerphilly Unison Christmas Market Trips
Details of 2 fantastic Christmas Trips to Gloucester and Birmingham this year. Places going fast!
November 2019
International Mens Day Newsletter
International Men’s Day in the UK is on November 19th every year – it is celebrated around the world in at least 60 countries.
November 2019
Caerphilly Unison - Cleaning up at Wales Regional Ceremony 2019
At the recent Wales Regional Awards Ceremony 3 Branch Officers of Caerphilly Unison were commended and won awards in their respective categories for their work in 2019.
Lianne Dallimore – Wales Representative of the Year
Juan-Antonio Garcia – Billy Liddon Health & Safety Award
Steve Gardiner – Highly commended for his work as Communications Officer
Unison is very proud of these achievements of their officers and the branch will strive to reach the same heights in 2020 in their continued support of its members!
October 2019
Black Members in Unison Newsletter
Please find the link to our Black Members in Unison Newsletter to coincide with Black History Month in October. Inside is a fantastic members competition! Click here for Newsletter
September 2019
A Woman's Work - Unison Women's Newsletter
Please find the link to our latest Caerphilly Women’s Newsletter from our Branch Secretary including a fantastic Members competition open to all.
September 2019
Health & Safety Newsletter
Health & Safety Newsletter for Autumn 2019.
July 2019
Branch Newsletter
July edition of Caermunicator – including details of a fantastic music-themed competition!
UNISON Caerphilly
July 2019
UNISON Team Cup
Please find attached exciting Team Golf event sponsored by Caerphilly Unison.
This is a team event run by Caerphilly Golf Society - for other details please contact Dave Lucas
on x6744.
June 2019
Caerphilly UNISON Pensions Update
Do you have a Caerphilly Council Pension?
Is your state Pension age 65+?
Are you aged 58+?
Do you have 25+ years Pensionable service with the local authority?
Were you expecting your entire pension fund to be reduced if you retire before your state pension age?
Newsletter
Spring Health & Safety Newsletter
Please see latest Branch Health And Safety Newsletter from Juan-Antonio Garcia.
March 2019
Caerphilly Unison AGM
Colleagues, Please find attached dates for Unison's aggregated AGMs in March.
For a full Agenda and information please contact the Branch.
Trips And Meetings 2019
Retired Members Trips And Speakers 2019
Unison retired Members Branch are running a full program of trips throughout 2019. They also have a range of speakers at their Monthly meetings. Take a look at the attached to find out the full program.
Winter 2019
Health and Safety Matters - Winter Newsletter
Please find Winter Newsletter from Juan-Antonio Garcia. This contains topical (and seasonal) health and safety information.
Contact Caerphilly Branch