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Too hot to work? Help us change the law

Climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and severe, putting workers at risk.

We’re calling for stronger laws to protect you from excessive heat at work. Heat risk is not just about temperature. Humidity, poor ventilation, physically demanding work and unsuitable protective clothing can all make working conditions more dangerous.

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Write to your MP and help us secure stronger protection at work.

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We currently have vacancies for Chairs for our Women’s and LGBT+ Self-Organised Groups:

If you are interested or want to find out more about what the role entails, please get in touch with us.

Extreme heat in the workplace

During this heatwave and the expected increase in temperatures, please visit https://unison.org.uk/get-help/extreme-heat-work for UNISON advice and employer responsibilities.

If you have any concerns, please speak to your workplace steward or contact the branch office to speak to one of our reps.

NJC Pay Claim 2026

Please visit our NJC pay claim page (on the homepage) to see updates on the claim and ballot, opening Thursday 9th July.

Measles Outbreak in Enfield - February 2026

For more information, please see https://www.enfield.gov.uk/healthandwellbeing/infection-control-and-vaccination/measles

If you have any concerns regarding your workplace, please get in touch with us.

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