Labour must return to core values, says general secretary

In her keynote speech to UNISON’s annual disabled members’ conference in Liverpool today (Sunday), the union’s general secretary Christina McAnea said: “The harsh austerity policies of successive Conservative governments had a devastating impact on disabled people across the country. “Not only did their spending cuts hit the essential services so many rely upon. Tory ministers also tried […]

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Ending free tests is a foolish move, says UNISON

Commenting on the Prime Minister’s statement today (Monday) on the ending of Covid rules in England, UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea said: “The government has taken leave of its senses. Ditching every last Covid safety rule while thousands are still catching the virus every day is irresponsible. “Ending free tests ​for the public is a foolish move. Most people will simply stop testing because […]