The Private Finance Initiative (PFI) - The Attack On Our Health Service

Targeted at: Branch activists and stewards in all health trusts
Duration: 1 day

An increasing number of buildings within the health sector are being partly funded by the private sector. This can have a huge impact on the terms and conditions of our members, particularly in catering and domestic services. As the PFI Initiative in Northern Ireland develops, we need to ensure our representatives are equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to challenge PFI projects in the Health Sector in Northern Ireland and to ensure our members are protected and can stay in the public sector.

What You and Your Union Can Gain From The Course?
* Understanding the Investment Strategy and what it means for our hospitals and care facilities
* UNISON's case against PFI
* Learning from the first wave of PFI Schemes

Key Areas For You As An Activist
* What it takes to be a PFI negotiator
* UNISON's negotiating objectives
* Communicating the issues and information to the membership

Date: Monday 29th January 2007
Location: Belfast

Date: Wednesday 21st March 2007
Location: Belfast

Date: Wednesday 16th May 2007
Location: Belfast

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Contact:
Cath Friel contact c.friel@unison.co.uk