UNISON Aberdeen City

17/02/2026

'LGBT+ rights is an essential battle for us as trade unionists'

10/02/2026

Week – 9-15 February 💜

This week we'll shine a spotlight on why it pays to be in a union!

When workers stand together UNISON wins better pay, safer conditions and real job security. 🤝
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10/02/2026

'Heart unions week is a chance to recruit – because the more workers that join us, the greater our power to win the pay, conditions, and dignity we deserve'

09/02/2026

Menopause Supper Club

Come along to a monthly supper club for a bowl of soup and sandwiches. This will be a safe space to chat to individuals going through the menopause where you can help each other through your menopause journey.
Tea, coffee and biscuits will also be provided.

The Bridge Centre, 258 N Balnagask Rd, Torry, Aberdeen AB11 8LQ, 18:00-19:30 on the dates below:

🗓️24th February
🗓️31st March
🗓️28th April

For more information please email:
SWSC@aberdeencity.gov.uk

Pop along to the Bridge Centre for a monthly menopause supper club.

06/02/2026

Thank you to all workers providing vital services in the worst snow in a decade from Aberdeen Trades Union Council ❄️

Aberdeen Trades Union Council (ATUC) wishes to thank all the workers in Aberdeen City and across Aberdeenshire that went above and beyond in the Wintery conditions earlier in January to protect the…

01/02/2026

February is LGBT+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

It's an opportunity for each one of us to make a difference - at work and in our communities.

Find out more about unions and LGBT+ history
https://unsn.uk/3NQzVVW

14/01/2026

UNISON budget response: A budget that fails public services.

UNISON’s Scottish secretary Lilian Macer said: “Today’s Scottish budget does not go far enough to address the deepening crisis across public services.

UNISON’s Scottish secretary Lilian Macer said: “Today’s Scottish budget does not go far enough to address the deepening crisis across public services.

05/01/2026

Extreme Weather Conditions

A big thank you to all our members that have been out clearing the roads and paths, to all carers who have been caring for our communities during this bad weather and to those who are keeping our city safe during this time.

Please do not travel if it is unsafe to do so, work from home where possible during bad weather check in with your line manager as they have a duty of care for your wellbeing. If you can travel to your place of work make sure you have a blanket, spade, food, and drink with you if travelling by car. Check the weather forecast before leaving home https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warning and police Scotland’s advice Further travel advice following new weather warning for snow and ice - Police Scotland as a lot can happen in a day and you may not be able to get home again.

General advice for road users
• Plan ahead and avoid unnecessary travel
• All road users should consider if they really need to travel during adverse weather.
• Consider delaying travel until conditions improve
• If you are travelling on the roads, prepare yourself and your vehicle for the conditions
• Ensure your mobile phone is charged and plan your journey, including an alternative route
• Have sufficient fuel, warm clothing, food and water in case you’re delayed
• Do not ignore road closure signs – they are for your safety
• Congestion caused by vehicles may restrict emergency services and recovery vehicles from providing essential assistance
• Listen to media broadcasts, including radio, for updates Traffic Scotland radio player or visit Traffic Scotland Trunk road traffic updates & route planner
• Follow your local authority for the latest updates in your area via Facebook, X or their website.
• Other information can be found on the Met Office, Ready Scotland. For public transport information visit Traveline Scotland.

For members using public transport, check that your transport is running and look out for updates during the day as conditions change, make sure you can return home at the end of the day. Dress to weather conditions including good footwear.

If you do not feel safe carrying out your work speak to your line manager for example driving on roads that have not been cleared, travelling between clients etc, no one should carry out their work if it is not safe to do so.

More information from Aberdeen City Council Adverse weather guidance on our website ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL GUIDANCE FOR ADVERSE WEATHER | Aberdeen City

Keep safe

23/12/2025

As the holidays season continues and most of our members begin their leave, we would like to wish all a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy and Healthy New Year 🎄🕎🎉

We would like to thank our key workers that continue their work over the holiday period and keep our communities safe and looked after during this holiday period and hope that they will get sometime to enjoy the holiday period as well👷🧑‍🔧🧑‍💼

Look forward to working with all our members in 2026 🎆

As the holidays season continues and most of our members begin their leave, we would like to wish all a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy and Healthy New Year.

23/12/2025

🎄💚 The festive period isn’t joyful for everyone 💚🎄

While this time of year can be full of celebrations, it can also bring added pressure, loneliness, financial stress, or grief- for ourselves or for people we care about.

If you’re struggling, or supporting someone else who is, help is available. These organisations offer free, confidential support- day or night:

📞 Samaritans – 116 123 (24/7)
🧠 Mind – 0300 123 3393
💬 Shout – Text 85258 for 24/7 text support
👥 NHS 111 – for urgent mental health support
🚨 999 – in an emergency or immediate danger

You’re not failing if you’re finding this time hard. Reaching out- or checking in on someone else- can make a real difference 💚

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22/12/2025

Aberdeen City Council working on Menopause Policy

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17/12/2025

🎄Christmas is on its way and money might be feeling tight.

UNISON’s charity There For You offers lots of support, including with financial assistance and budget planning.

Find out more 👉 unsn.uk/thereforyou