Most people join a union because they want protection at work - help with pay and conditions of service, legal or health and safety advice or representation in case things go wrong at work.

That's what we're here for but it is usually too late to get help if you get into problems and are not already a member.  When you consider whether to to join and whether you can afford to pay a subscription, its worth thinking about how much you would gladly give for support, advice and assistance, should you get into difficulties with your employment.

UNISON negotiates on pay and working conditions at every level - local, regional and national.

UNISON can provide you advice and representation for work related problems.

UNISON also offers you:

• Excellent legal services at work and in the home.
• Education and training advice and courses leading to vocational and professional qualifications.
• A colour magazine sent to your home four times a year; a fortnightly newspaper for our stewards and activists and a full range of publicity.
• Pensions advice and welfare services as well as certain benefits guaranteed by our rulebook.