international
World Wide Issues
These pages contain items of interest from around the world that this branch of UNISON has selected to draw attention to. We are affiliated to the Cuba Solidarity Campaign.
Patsy Lalfam & Dominic Linley
Branch International Officers
Why does UNISON get involved in international activity?
You probably take for granted the right to access this website, to meet and discuss work problems or politics. But trade unionists in many other countries risk intimidation and even death for active membership in a union. Solidarity - joining together with others who share a common interest - is the very basis of trade unionism, and it shouldn't stop at national borders.
Britain's economy and political system are interdependent with Europe and the rest of the world. It is vital, therefore, that UNISON works with sister trade unions in other countries and through key international organisations to promote and protect its members' interests and concerns.
Check out the Unison International website for the latest news and information:http://www.unison.org.uk/international/index.asp
Read even more International top stories on the national UNISON pages here...