About us
Members of the UNISON Torbay Local Government branch are people working in the public services, or for private contractors providing public services.
They include staff working full or part time in local authorities, colleges and schools and the voluntary sector. Employers include: –
- Torbay Council
- Torbay Development Agency
- South Devon College
- Tor2
- All schools in Torbay
Latest News
All the latest news from your Branch and beyondLittle today for struggling local services, says UNISON
Commenting on the spring statement today (Wednesday), UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: “As usual there was little for struggling local services. Schools, social care, hospitals and youth services are all begging for extra resources. “Urgent help is needed...
Pay Up Now Campaign
Pay cap: the numbers behind public sector pay Public sector pay is in the news – but what exactly are the numbers behind the pay cap? Public sector pay is in the news and it has been the subject of some of the most heated exchanges between Theresa May and Jeremey...
UNISON Equality South West update August 2017
Government launches a survey to understand the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT) people living in the UK. UNISON is encouraging members to complete the survey: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/national-lgbt-survey Branches and...
UNISON There for You – Winter Fuel Grant
With rising fuel costs and another cold winter looming, many members are worried about how they’re going to pay this year’s Winter fuel bills. Help is at hand -There for You, UNISON’s own charity has set up a limited fund to help UNISON members on low income by way of...
UNISON Stars in Our Schools day – Mayfield School 25th Nov 2016
UNISON Stars in Our Schools Day Stars in Our Schools is a celebration of school support staff. UNISON has organised the day to celebrate the wonderful work they do every day and to make sure the world knows just how vital they are to children’s education. It takes a...
Consultative Ballot underway for Torbay Council members regarding proposed changes to Terms & Conditions
UNISON members who are directly employed by Torbay Council will be receiving a UNISON consultative ballot paper this week giving you more information about your employer’s proposals to change Terms & Conditions in order to make £250,000 worth of savings. The...
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