News Archive - Jan 2007
Lifelong Learning Opportunities
8 Jan 2007
Time for a New Year resolution to get learning. Short courses are now being offered by the Open University, University of Ulster, Queen's University as well as some Colleges of Further Education. From tai chai to tiling find out what's available and how to get started. »more
Open University Introduction Openings Courses
8 Jan 2007
UNISON members can access the Open University short course Openings programme for free. They include topics such as Understanding Children; Understanding Management; Understanding Society and Understanding Health. These courses are ideal for people who have not studied for a long time or are interested in dipping into a topic. The deadline for applications is 19th February. »more
Privatisation - Attack On Our Health Service
5 Jan 2007
An increasing number of buildings within the health sector are being partly funded by the private sector, currently in the Ulster Hospital, the Royal Hospital and in Omagh. This can have a huge impact on the terms and conditions of our members, particularly in catering and domestic services. UNISON opposes this threat to privatise these services. Come along to this workshop on January 29th to find out what you can do. »more
Private Nursing Home Staff Info - Newry & Belfast
5 Jan 2007
UNISON is holding a series of information sessions for staff working in private nursing homes and for private domicilliary care providers. Even if you work for the private sector, you still have rights under employment law, whether you are a local or a migrant worker. You can also join UNISON without having to inform your employer. »more
Duty of Care - 19th January
3 Jan 2007
All health care professionals are bound by the Duty of Care in their workplace. Ignorance is no excuse when it comes to litigation. This workshop supports members to understand your obligations and also how to raise concerns that you may have about what's going on in workplaces. »more
Dealing with Stress - 30th January
2 Jan 2007
There are still a number of places left on our Dealing with Stress Course which will run in Belfast on Tuesday 30th of January. One of the most common causes of ill health from work - whether paid or unpaid -is stress. This workshop will give you the opportunity to identify and minimise the effects of stress in your working and personal life, including relaxation techniques and work life balance. »more
