UNISON EMAS Branch

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The seasonal Food Fund 2025 opens at 12 noon, Tuesday 30th September - For 24hrs only!

* £30 voucher per eligible household member
* For those on low income/in financial difficulty

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Update on the Foundation Living Wage Update on the Foundation Living Wage At a recent Executive Team meeting, EMAS reviewed its position as a Real Living Wage Foundation employer. EMAS originally signed up to the scheme in 2015, followin...

EMAS ending Real Living Wage accreditation after 9 years is a step backwards. ⏪ Lowest-paid staff shouldn’t carry the cost. 💷⚖️ We’re urging a rethink + fair recognition/proper banding. 📢✊ 👇 www.unisonemas.org.uk/update-on-th...

#UNISONEMAS #RealLivingWage #FairPay #UNISON

FRV Consultation Update – Joint Statement From UNISON EMAS and GMB@EMAS Joint Statement From UNISON EMAS and GMB@EMAS FRV Consultation Update During an FRV Consultation Mid-Point review meeting, which took place yesterday, representatives from UNISON EMAS and GMB@EMAS wer...

📢 FRV Consultation – Joint Union Update

UNISON EMAS and GMB@EMAS have received a significant update from the Trust regarding the current FRV consultation.

➡️ Read our full joint statement and what this means for members. www.unisonemas.org.uk/frv-consulta...

#UNISONEMAS #FRV #Jointunionupdate

🚨🕓Time is running out!🕓🚨
Have your say on the 3.6% NHS pay award

Check your inbox for your UNISON consultation email!

Update – Proposed Changes to FRV Levels in EMAS On Wednesday 2nd July 2025 East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) NHS Trust formally wrote to colleagues who work on the Fast Response Vehicles (FRV) informing them that there would be imminent change...

🚨 Important Update: Proposed Changes to FRV Cover in EMAS 🚨

UNISON EMAS and GMB@EMAS are working together in response to proposed reductions in Fast Response Vehicle (FRV) cover across the Trust.

Read our full joint statement and update here:
🔗 www.unisonemas.org.uk/update-propo...

NHS pay (England) | The big issues | UNISON National A proper pay rise. The right banding. A shorter working week. That’s what UNISON members want and it’s what NHS staff deserve.

The 3.6% NHS pay rise isn’t an offer – it’s a decision.
Now it’s time to decide: will we take action to fight for more?
🗳️ Check your email & vote in UNISON’s consultation.
🗓️ Deadline: 30 July
📲 unison.org.uk/nhspay
#NHSPay #UNISON #UNISONEMAS

UNISON Member Update: Band 3 Pay Delay and ongoing concerns raised UNISON Member Update: Band 3 Pay Delay and ongoing concerns raised Dear Members, Over the weekend, we received an important update regarding the PCA Band 3 pay uplifts, due from April 2025. Unfortunat...

📣🚨UNISON Member Update 🚨📣

Important information regarding the PCA Band 3 pay uplifts…

Please follow the link to read the full statement on our website.

www.unisonemas.org.uk/unison-membe...

The government has imposed a 3.6% pay rise for NHS staff in England, but it’s only 0.1% above inflation. NHS workers in Scotland secured 4.25% this year.
UNISON’s consultative ballot is still open! 🗳️
Your voice counts – We are only as strong as our members. 💪
www.unisonemas.org.uk/nhs-pay-awar...

Newsletter Issue 03 – April 2025 We work for you, and we’ve heard you want more communication – so here it is! Our monthly newsletter is the best way to stay current on what we’ve been working on, what’s happening within UNISON EMAS,...

🚨 New monthly newsletter alert! 🚨 Stay updated on all things UNISON EMAS, exciting events, and member news! 🎉 Plus, don’t miss our future competitions and get to know your elected committee & reps 👥. Got something you want to see? Let us know!

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🚨 NEPTS PCAs – Time to Vote on Back Pay Deal! 🚨

UNISON EMAS is consulting on a 2.5 years back pay deal & re-banding to Band 3 from April 2025.
Your vote is crucial! 🗳️
🗓️ Opens: 29 April
🗓️ Closes: 11 May (Midday)
🔗 Check your inbox for voting link.

www.unisonemas.org.uk/nepts-pcas-i...

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁, 𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀!
Staff at the QMC and City Hospital are back on the picket line again today, fighting for fair pay.

Find out more about the dispute ➡️ unsn.uk/NUHstrike

Ambulance Service Staff: Your Voice is Vital – Vote in the Ballot for Fair Pay for All NHS Workers! Ambulance Service Staff: Your Voice is Vital – Vote in the Ballot for Fair Pay for All NHS Workers! Shortly you will be receiving your electronic consultative ballot regarding the lack of a pay offer ...

Ambulance staff: your voice matters!
UNISON’s NHS pay consultative ballot is coming. Stand up for fair pay and respect.

🔗 www.unisonemas.org.uk/ambulance-se...

#FairPayForAll #AmbulanceStaff #UNISONEMAS #NHSWorkersDeserveBetter #UNISON #NHSPay #StrongerTogether #TimeForTalks

UNISON Scotland Secures Major Two-Year NHS Pay Deal! UNISON Scotland Secures Major Two-Year NHS Pay Deal! A real example of what union strength can achieve – and a vision for success in England UNISON Scotland has successfully negotiated a strong two-ye...

Have you seen the NHS Scotland AfC pay deal offer?! 😲👀

What an offer…and we’ve not even received a formal offer yet?

If you want to see the details, head over to our website:

www.unisonemas.org.uk/unison-scotl...

#NHSPay #UNISON #UNISONEMAS #Stillwaiting #ScotlandNHS #UNISONScotland #AfCPayDeal

Day 2 at the UNISON Health Conference in Liverpool!

Today we’re tackling crucial issues: NHS Pay, Terms & Conditions – affecting all our members across our service and the wider health sector.


#UNISONHealth #NHS #Conference2025 #FairPay #SupportOurNHS #ForOurMembers #uHealth25 #UNISONEMAS

We’re at the UNISON Health Care Service Conference in Liverpool this week!

Debating key issues & motions to help shape UNISON Health’s priorities.

Our branch is here representing you – our members. We work for you.

#UnisonHealthCareServiceGroup #WeWorkForYou #UNISONEMAS

Newsletter Issue 02 – March 2025 We work for you, and we’ve heard you want more communication – so here it is! Our monthly newsletter is the best way to stay current on what we’ve been working on, what’s happening within UNISON EMAS,...

🚨New monthly newsletter alert! 🚨

Stay updated on all things UNISON EMAS, in this issue - EOC Staff facilities revamp, Disabled members Network news! Plus, don’t miss out on our word puzzle competition and this month's Rep Spotlight.

🔗 www.unisonemas.org.uk/newsletter-i...

📣 New 2025 elected officials and reps for UNISON East Midlands Ambulance Branch! Check out the full list: 🔗https://www.unisonemas.org.uk/unison-east-midlands-ambulance-branch-annual-general-meeting-2025/
Interested in vacant roles? Contact us! #UNISONEMAS

We’re proud to be supporting Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025! 🌟

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences.

#NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityWeek #NCW #ThisIsND

Have your say in the Your Life at Work Survey 2025 📝. Your feedback helps UNISON fight for better pay, conditions, and workplace safety ⚖️. Together, we make a difference! 💪 #UnionStrong #YourLifeAtWorkSurvey #UNISON

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Ramadan 2025: at work | UNISON East Midlands Whether you're a Muslim observing the fast, or you want to create a supportive workplace, here's what you should know this Ramadan. What happens during

If you're not observing the Islamic holy month but want to know how you can help create a supportive workplace, check out this helpful guide: unsn.uk/ramadan2025

#RamadanMubarak #RamadanKareem #Ramadan2025 #Blessings #Faith #Community #Support #UNISONEMAS

🌙✨ Ramadan Mubarak from UNISON EMAS! ✨🌙

To all those celebrating, we wish you a blessed and peaceful Ramadan. May this holy month bring you closer to your faith, fill your homes with love, and bring health, happiness, and prosperity to you and your loved ones. 🌙🙏

Newsletter Issue 01 – February 2025 We work for you, and we’ve heard you want more communication – so here it is! Our monthly newsletter is the best way to stay up to date on what we’ve been working on, what’s happening within UNISON EM...

🚨 New monthly newsletter alert! 🚨 Stay updated on all things UNISON EMAS, exciting events, and member news! 🎉 Plus, don’t miss our future competitions and get to know your elected committee & reps 👥. Got something you want to see? Let us know!

www.unisonemas.org.uk/newsletter-i....

UNISON’s Role in the EMAS Rostering Review In September 2024, the trade unions were invited to join a working group tasked with developing new rota and rostering principles for EMAS, with a focus on staff welfare and safety. This represents on...

📣The EMAS Rostering Review is a key opportunity to enhance staff well-being and safety while improving service delivery for patients. We must ensure the new principles reflect our needs. Your feedback is essential—get involved now! #UNISON #UNISONEMAS

www.unisonemas.org.uk/unisons-role...

National Minimum Wage and NHS Pay Update (England) UNISON EMAS Branch News Bulletin National Minimum Wage and NHS Pay Update (England) The Department of Health has imposed a £0.28 per hour increase on NHS staff in Band 2 and the entry point of Band 3 ...

🚨 NHS Pay Update: Imposed Pay Increase 🚨

Find out what its means and read our full statement here:

www.unisonemas.org.uk/national-min...

LGBT+ History Month: Claim our past, celebrate our present, and create our future. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

This #LGBT+HistoryMonth, Mitchell Coe, UNISON's National LGBT+ Officer, shares how branches can mark the month. UNISON EMAS is committed to supporting LGBT+ workers! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #UNISONEMAS #UNISON #LGBT+

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🚨 URGENT: Fair Pay for NHS Staff 🚨

The government broke its promise on NHS pay. Too many workers earn below minimum wage. We urge MPs to open negotiations NOW!

How you can help: ✅ Update contact info: unison.org.uk/my-unison/ ✅ Email your MP: unsn.uk/timefortalks

#NHS #UNISONStrong #TimeForTalks