UNISON Sheffield Community Health Branch

Rushed NHS cuts will cost patients and staff dearly.

Thousands of skilled workers face redundancy - experience the health service still needs. UNISON says this shambolic process must stop.

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Transgender Awareness Week 13-19 November 🏳️‍⚧️

Join our networks and find support unsn.uk/2tJY83u
How to be a good trans ally
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Download free guide on Trans workers rights unsn.uk/3g4eOij
Download free model policy for Trans workers rights unsn.uk/3ga2uNy

"When you're invited to a meeting with HR and told you don't need a union rep." Image of a faithful turning around to be confronted by three traitors.

#TheTraitors

Congratulations to our Black Members Officer Tonico who walked away with the Community Champion Award on the night!

And a quick shout out to our reps Joseph and Léo as well, who were both also up for nomination on the night too!

This Halloween there is nothing more scary than not being in a union! Join online today 💻 join.unison.org.uk
#UnisonTheUnion #JoinAUnion #UnisonYorkshireAndHumberside #Halloween 👻🎃💀

Well done to our Disabilities Officer Adam who got up to speak during the Disabled Members Conference that took place this weekend!

The event is attended by UNISON members from across the whole of the UK.

Thank you to both our delegates, Adam & Mandy, for attending.

#UDMC25

Your Voice. Your Vote. Get ready to vote in UNISON's general secretary election. UNISON logo on a gradient background.

Every five years, UNISON members choose who will lead our union.

The general secretary represents UNISON to employers, Parliament and the public, the voice of over 1.3 million members.

The ballot opens on 28 October. 🗳️

More details here: unsn.uk/43AqMWf

Logos of unions: BMA, RCN, BDA, CSP, Unite, UNISON, HCSA, SoR Joint statement on anti-migrant rhetoric – Keeping our communities safe from racism Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce. Many
of our colleagues, especially those from international backgrounds or perceived as ethnically distinct from the majority population, are facing a sustained campaign of anti-migrant rhetoric. The escalating use of hostile language allows some political parties to exploit fear and promote division and emboldens those in society who seek to intimidate. This rhetoric also comes at a time when the rights of those who live and work in the UK to continue to make the UK their home are being openly questioned, including tens of thousands of people working within the health and social care sector. People are unsettled and frightened, with some directly experiencing hate and violence at work and within their communities. In the face of this blatant scapegoating of migrant communities, we stand united in our commitment to uphold the values of dignity, respect and equality for all individuals. As leading trade unions and professional associations within the UK, representing workers within the health and social care sector, we reject any form of discrimination and oppose all forms of racism and xenophobia. Together we will continue to advocate for policies that promote inclusion, protect human rights, and foster a culture of empathy and understanding. We call on the media, and politicians to stop spreading misinformation for political gain and engage in evidence-based discourse around immigration. The health and social care sector in the UK has always been reliant on the commitment and expertise of its international workforce. Figures from NHS England and Skills for Care show that in England, 776,000 workers – around a quarter of the total workforce of just over 3 million – are non-British nationals. We affirm our solidarity with …

UNISON signs joint union letter calling for an end to the escalation of anti-migrant rhetoric.
 
“Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce."
 
Read our joint statement
www.unison.org.uk/content/uplo...

Pop over and say hello to us over at the South Yorkshire Menofest at Sheffield Crowne Plaza today! Theres plenty of activities going on #MenoFest

🟥 Tonico Jose, Black Members Officer for the Sheffield Community Health Branch, proudly wore red today to show support for #ShowRacismTheRedCard.

Let’s all take a stand together — wear red and show your support on #WRD25 and #ShowRacismTheRedCard ❤️

Together, we can make a difference. ✊🏾

'Let's stand together against racism and hatred' Christina McAnea UNISON general secretary wearing red and holding Wear Red day placard

"I've supported Show Racism the Red Card for many years. We need to stand united against racism, abuse and hatred."

On Wear Red Day #WRD25, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea is proud to support #ShowRacismTheRedCard

Tomorrow is Stand Up To Racism's 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲.

It's an opportunity to demonstrate that you stand for equality and inclusion.

More info 👉 theredcard.org/wear-red-day/

This One Team Day, there is more to our health services than just doctors and nurses- there are hundreds of supporting & non-clinical roles that are the beating hearts keeping our services running. Use today to shine a light on all your incredible work! #OneTeam #UnisonTheUnion #UnisonHealth #UNISON

It's less than a month until UNISON's Financial Wellbeing Week!

It's an opportunity to learn all sorts of tips to help you with your money.

More info 👉 unsn.uk/financialwellbeingweek

There's still time to make your nomination for the UNISON Black History Month Awards 2025!

👉 unsn.uk/BHMA25-nomform

🧠 Today is World Mental Health Day.
At UNISON, we know that mental health matters in every workplace, every union branch and every conversation.
Here's four ways we're supporting mental health across the UK.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #UNISON

Christina McAnea: "All of us at UNISON are horrified by the attack on the Jewish community in Manchester. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families, and all those marking this holy day of Yom Kippur."

Our Branch proudly sponsors the Working Together Conference celebrating the diversity, unity and inclusion of NHS staff.
We were honoured to hear some inspiring guest speakers including the SHPU Staff Network Chair Hus and Neslyn Watson-Druee MBE #SHPUWT25

Did you know UNISON has a dedicated members' charity called There For You?
Find out more at unison.org.uk/thereforyou

Applications for the seasonal food fund are now open for the next 24hrs! (12pm 30 Sep - 12pm 1 Oct)

Food vouchers will then be randomly allocated to members on low incomes from the application pool until the fund is gone.

unison.org.uk/seasonal-food-fund

#ThereForYou

Today saw Stewards from our Branch meet in person for our annual Development Day to discuss how to improve our work to support you. #GoTeam ✊

Unions call for pay review talks | Health Business Unions are calling on the government to hold pay talks.

“The government promised talks over a year ago and they still haven’t got round the table with unions with any proper plan to sort things out." Chair of the NHS unions and UNISON head of health Helga Pile healthbusinessuk.net/news/1909202...

Black History Month Awards are returning this year!
Do you know of anyone who deserves to be recognised under any of this year's categories? A family member? A colleague? If so, please let us know, and they could be invited to this year's awards in Rotherham!

Basket of groceries with text: Seasonal Food Fund. UNISON and There for You logos 

💜 There for You – UNISON’s charity – is here to help
Seasonal Food Fund 2025 opens soon! Keep the date 📍
www.unison.org.uk/get-help/ser...

🗓️ Opens 12 noon, Tue 30 Sept – 24hrs only
💷 £30 voucher per eligible household member
🧺 For those on low income/in financial difficulty

Unions will fight ‘zombie’ SubCos promises UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea as she criticises lack of action on NHS outsourcing and privatisation at #TUC25

Coming soon: Welfare at work week!

It's a week designed to celebrate all the fantastic work done by @unison.org.uk's charity, There For You.

Find out more 👉 unsn.uk/WelfareAtWorkWeek

A huge thank you to all our brilliant public service workers who will be on shift over the next few days, while many of us are enjoying a long weekend. You’re all legends! 🥳

UNISON deputy head of health Alan Lofthouse has written a piece for the BMJ about how to deal with the intrusion of nuisance filming and photographs for NHS staff when they are providing healthcare.

Read it here 👉 unsn.uk/3UWx8ul

Email your MP, ask them to support our campaign about the welfare reform proposals.

Defend disabled workers - email your MP! 

Whilst the Government’s proposed welfare cuts have been ruled out for now, the fight is not over.

Email your MP today and ask them to ensure disabled workers’ voices are heard. action.unison.org.uk/page/175045/...

Looking for something to do tomorrow? Why not visit the stunning Wortley Hall for the UNISON sponsored South Yorkshire Festival! It looks to be a perfect sunny Sunday afternoon too 😎