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Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 1d

Today is World Mental Health Day which is an international day for global education, awareness & advocacy against social stigma.Don’t forget our own Staffs Police Occ Health can help employees if you are struggling with your Mental Health. Give them a 📞
www.mentalhealth.org.uk/worldmentalh...

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 1d

Our Branch delegation are currently attending the National Unison Police, Probation and CAFCASS Conference in Brighton. They will be representing all our Police Staff members and discussing matters affecting us all.
#Unison
#wearepolicestaff

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Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 3d

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month.

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) website is an excellent resource full of practical advice and guidance to help you and your family stay safe and secure online.

Visit the below link for support
www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/advi...

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 4d

Police staff members are invited to vote on the pay offer for 2025. The ballot is open & closes on 24 October.

Emails with voting instructions went out to members yesterday, if you have not received your digital vote urgently call UNISON 0800 0857 857.
www.unison.org.uk/police-staff...

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 6d

World Teachers’ Day is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe. It is a day to celebrate how teachers are transforming education and the services this give to the future generation.

www.unesco.org/en/days/teac...

#UnisonMembers
#WorldTeachersDay2025

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 7d

Looking on planning your holidays for 2026 - please have a look at Unison’s Croyde Bay holiday village 💕

Unison members receive a whopping 20% discount !

www.croydeunison.co.uk
Croyde Bay Holiday Resort

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 9d

Our thoughts are with all involved in Manchester, such sad events 🕎🕯️

We hope all those injured make a full recovery.

www.gbnews.com/news/manches...

Four people injured after attack at Manchester synagogue as police rush in and shoot knifeman

Police say one man, believed to be the offender, has been shot by firearm officers

www.gbnews.com

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 10d

October marks Black History month👏🏿
The theme for this year’s Black History Month is “Standing Firm in Power & Pride”

The question “What power?” has only one answer: the power we have always held — to resist, to create, to lead, and to inspire.

www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 10d

Our Branch Secretary, Rob Birch and Asst Branch Secretary, Mark Simon, were in London today attending UNISON’s National LGPS Conference 2025
#WeArePoliceStaff
#pensionupdate
#UNISON

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 11d

😳Still considering membership?

Don’t wait until it’s too late 🤦🏻‍♀️. If you join with a preexisting issue we cannot support you 😭.

Join the majority of Staffordshire Police Staff and be protected in your workplace 💚

join.unison.org.uk

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 12d

www.unison.org.uk/get-help/ser...

If you’re a UNISON member on a low income (see above link for T&Cs/eligibility), you can apply for a £30 voucher per qualifying person in your household towards the cost of food.

This fund will open at 12 noon on Tuesday 30/9/25 for 24 hours only.

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 17d

We have launched our 2025 UNISON Police Staff Pay and Morale survey. Your views are important & we want to hear from you again.

Please find the time to take part in this year’s survey. The link to access the survey can be found here:-
msg.unison.org.uk/c/13OCSgwFi8...
Closes 10th Oct 25

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 18d

In Feb 2026, there will be a special module of the Covid-19 UK Inquiry focusing on key workers, including those working in the Police Service.

We need your views about your experience of working during the pandemic. Closes 28 September.

survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90881824/...

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 19d

In Feb 2026, there will be a Covid-19 UK Inquiry focusing on the social impact of the pandemic, with particular attention on key workers, which includes Police Staff.

This is an opportunity for your voice to be heard.

Survey ends 28th Sept 2025

survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90881824/...

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 22d

Latest Free Courses for Unison Members! There is something for everyone!

If there is a particular course that would help you in the workplace and to do your job have a chat with your Line Manager for consideration of release time.

westmidlands.unison.org.uk/events/

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Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 24d

If you are a member of police staff in England and Wales, don’t forget your rights at work. They come from the Police Staff Council Handbook* which forms the basis of your contract of employment .
#PoliceStaffMatter
#WeArePoliceStaff
#KnowYourWorth

www.unison.org.uk/content/uplo...

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 26d

UNISON is urging its members to start planning for the union’s Green Week, which takes place on 19-26 September.

www.unison.org.uk/news/article...

The week offers a focused opportunity to raise awareness of green issues – not just in work, but anywhere.

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 27d

Did you know Unison have their own Holiday Village at the beautiful unspoilt area of Croyde Bay in Devon.
There is a 20% discount on all standard rates for UNISON members – just select the member price when you book online or contact them on 01271 890890.

www.croydeunison.co.uk/special-offe...

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Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · 29d

Did you know that Unison work in partnership with the Open University / OpenLearn. This is a web access point for its open & free online resources. You can improve your study & employability skills in a range of subjects.
See what they can do for you 👇🏽
www.open.edu/openlearn/

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · Sep 11

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Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sad news from America, no one should be burying their loved one because of political violence.

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · Sep 9

www.999day.org.uk

Today (9th September 2025) is Emergency Services Day!

Respect to the 2 million people serving in the NHS and emergency services #999Day
#WeArePoliceStaff 💙

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · Sep 9

Where to find information about AI & how it affects Police Staff!

Many have raised issues around AI and how it affects us. Unison national office has set up an “AI hub” which will be regularly updated with resources & advice.
Here is the link👉🏼
www.unison.org.uk/aihub

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · Sep 8

Pay negotiations for this year’s pay award have resumed and it is hoped to an offer being made by 22 September. Once we have a final offer, this will be considered by each union’s police staff committee and members will then consulted on the offer.

Staffordshire Police Unison @staffspoliceunison.bsky.social · Sep 7

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The UK government will test the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7 September at 3pm.

You'll receive an alert on your phone, which will make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate. You won't need to take any action.
More info 👉 gov.uk/alerts