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Protecting jobs, terms and conditions. Representing over 5,000 members in over 130 workplaces.

UNISON is Britain and Europe's biggest public sector union with more than 1.3 million members. Our members are people working in the public services, for private contractors providing public services and in the essential utilities. They include front line staff and managers working full or part time in local authorities, the NHS, the police service, colleges and schools, the electricity, gas and water industries, transport and the voluntary sector.

01/09/2026

Statement from Gateshead Council about this year's pay award

"We're pleased to share that the pay award for 2026/27 has been finalised.

Colleagues on grades A to N (on the Gateshead Council "Green Book" pay framework) will receive a 3.3% increase to their basic salary, effective from 1 April 2026.

If you are paid on an apprentice pay rate, you will be contacted separately with information about how the pay award applies to you.

Some allowances will also increase by 3.3%. Where these allowances apply to Gateshead Council roles, the increase will take effect from 1 April 2026.

The pay increase will be included in your salary payment on 19 September 2026. This payment will also include any back pay owed from 1 April 2026.

If you have questions about how the pay award affects your salary or allowances, speak to your line manager in the first instance. You can also contact HR Advice at [email protected].

If you are a line manager or leader, please share this message with your teams.

If you receive Universal Credit, the backdated element of this pay award may affect your benefit entitlement. A higher payment in September, which includes back pay, could change the amount of Universal Credit you receive for that assessment period.

If you think you may be affected, contact your Universal Credit Work Coach through your online account or call the Universal Credit Helpline on 0800 328 5644 for advice"

28/08/2026

Important course for our members working schools and colleges!

The upcoming online course on challenging misogyny, sexism and sexual harassment in schools and further education colleges is a valuable 90 minute session for anyone working in these sectors, helping to make sure this behaviour is eradicated. Held on 15th October 2026 between 4pm and 5.30pm, please sign up here https://unison.org.uk/events/challenging-misogyny-sexism-and-sexual-harassment-schools-and-fe-colleges

26/08/2026

So wonderful to see so many united faces at the 30th birthday celebrations of Show Racism the Red Card, the powerful anti-racism charity co-founded by Shaka Hislop. Their work is unrelenting and important, and every donation to their cause counts. See how you can get involved by visiting https://www.theredcard.org/

25/08/2026

Days out with your branch are back!

UNISON Gateshead Local Government members can join us for day trips to Harrogate and Glasgow later this year, which is not only a total bargain to travel to these great places, but a fantastic opportunity to get to know your colleagues better.

The itineraries are as follows:

Harrogate - Saturday 19th September 2026
Leave in coach from QE Hospital at 8.30am
Leave Harrogate at 5pm
Tickets £10

Glasgow - Saturday 21st November 2026
Leave in coach from QE Hospital at 8.30am
Leave Glasgow at 5pm
Tickets £14

Please contact the branch at [email protected] or call 0191 433 4444 to book your place.

21/08/2026

⭐ OPPORTUNITY FOR SCHOOL SUPPORT STAFF TO SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES ⭐

UNISON's schools team is seeking school support staff to spotlight their thoughts on parts of their jobs that could be better. There are times where you are asked to go above and beyond and divert from your job role to make sure the students' learning isn't interrupted: does this apply to you?

For more details, please check this shared post.

20/08/2026

Following an injustice at Rochdale Borough Council where council workers were left £350 out of pocket by outdated pay structures, union members used their collective power to do something amazing. From 2027, no council workers will be left out of pocket when receiving back pay, and here's why 👉 https://unison.org.uk/press/2026/08/council-staff-will-no-longer-be-out-pocket-when-receiving-backpay-says-unison

19/08/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT NEWS FOR ALL SCHOOL SUPPORT AND COUNCIL WORKERS 🚨

We now have a result for this year's industrial action ballot. UNISON's NJC Committee met on 11th August to consider the results of the industrial action ballot on the employers' pay offer of a 3.3% increase from 1 April 2026 (the ballot covered England and Cymru; the overall dispute also covers Northern Ireland).

Unfortunately, despite enormous efforts across the union to get the vote out, the ballot results do not offer the prospect of strike action in England and Cymru that could have any impact on the pay dispute. This is because of the restricting Trade Union Law which requires a 50% voter turnout for any decision to be made. UNISON is therefore liaising with the other local government unions to discuss next steps.

The NJC Committee and wider union will of course conduct a full review of the 2026 campaign, and our focus will now shift to the 2027 pay claim. The Committee will meet in September to begin plans for agreeing a pay claim and a positive, hard-hitting campaign.

We hope to have better news for you next year and get you the pay rises you deserve.

17/08/2026

The Eric Roberts Awards are fast approaching, and are ready to sing the praises of the most hard-working young UNISON campaigners. Know any in your branch that have done fantastic work and made real change? Send in your nominations before October 16th and give them the recognition they deserve! https://unison.org.uk/news/2026/08/eric-roberts-awards-2026

06/08/2026

This year’s council and school support pay ballot is now CLOSED! Thank you to all who voted - your voices together are what will make real change. Watch this space for more information…

30/07/2026

Our members in libraries say YES for strike action!

There is only one week left to vote to fight for fair pay, which has reached breaking point for council and school workers. Now that runaway inflation has essentially left you working one day per week for free, isn't it time to unite, strike and take a stand for what you're worth?

Submit your postal ballot by Thursday August 6th!

Address

UNISON Basement Office, Gateshead Civic Centre
Gateshead
NE81HH

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Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441914334444

Website

http://gatesheadunison.org.uk/

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