Activists - Get Educated!

The 2013 UNISON Scotland Activists Education Programme is now out - see
http://www.unison-scotland.org.uk/education/courses.html for the full list of courses being run.


Well trained activists are the backbone of our union - if you'd like to go on one of the Course contact the Branch Office in the first instance.

UNISON Travel Club – Discounted holidays exclusively for you!

UNISON Travel Club provides a superior travel service and a more individual approach to all your travel needs. Not only will you get the best deals, but you will have your holiday designed around you, with the personal touch of your own UNISON Travel Club Advisor. There are some truly exceptional offers available on all types of holidays, in the UK and worldwide - Choose from low cost holidays or fully inclusive itineraries. 

Special offers are available on departures from any UK regional airport, including your local Scottish airports – Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and Prestwick.  All holidays are fully protected by ABTA and ATOL for your peace of mind.

The average saving is just over £100 for UNISON members but you could save up to 50% on the cost of your holiday by taking advantage of exclusive offers, which are only available to UNISON members.

Don’t pay over the odds for your next holiday - Take advantage of this fantastic benefit as part of your UNISON membership and save yourself time and money!

Ensure you hear about the best deals departing from Scottish airports first, by registering to receive the weekly email alerts -
Sign up for free today at www.unisontravelclub.co.uk

Contact UNISON Travel Club with your holiday enquiry on 0800 021 7737

November's Best Offers:

Stronger Together In UNISON

Keep your eyes peeled for these UNISON adverts!

If you, or someone you know would like to join, or you'd like further information, then call the Branch Office - 01506 282 270 or email us unison@westlothian.gov.uk

A Future That Works!

We're getting ready for tomorrow's march in Glasgow!

Details of transport arrangements have been circulated, but if you're making your own way to Glasgow you can find more information here - http://www.stuc.org.uk/20-oct

Can't make it?

If you can't make it to the march, you can still make your voice heard. There are some really simple and effective ways on the UNISON website - http://www.unison.org.uk/20102012/marchonline.asp

UNISON members update your details online

You can now update your details online by simply clicking on the link below and following the instructions.
http://www.unison.org.uk/membership/update.asp

Tribute to Veteran Activist after 60 years service

West Lothian UNISON branch awarded in recognition of lengthy service to the trade union movement and to this branch in particular Owen Murdoch lifetime honorary membership of the branch.

Owen is pictured here with Branch Chair, Jason Halliday.

Banner Group meet

Colleagues from UNISON West Lothian formed a sub group to to design and purchase a new banner for the branch. The sub group has had its intial meeting and set tasks. Keep watching this space for any further developments whereby we will display the banner design on the webpage when it is ready.

Public Sector fight back

UNISON will be taking a hired bus for activists to join the march on Saturday 20th October. we will be picking people up from Livingston and Bathgate 9.00 am from Livingston (Civic Centre) 9.20am from Bathgate train station. The branch will have a good presence on the demo and a display of colour and noise is positively encouraged. Spaces on the bus can be booked by calling the UNISON office on 01506 282270 or email unison@westlothian.gov.uk

Please call early to ensure your space is booked.