News from the NEC

At each Scottish Council, NEC member Jane Carolan provides a written briefing on what the National Executive is up to. Last month, the major reports were:

Recruitment: Research shows the TV advert was a success and recruitment in October/ November was the highest for three years.

Pensions: UNISON involved in Parliamentary lobby, government meetings, TUC forum with other unions, discussion with trade union group of MPs and a push for an Early Day Motion. Jane also briefed on the national campaign materials.

Campaigning: Reports on political fund, tackling the BNP and international issues. The NEC also agreed a package to maximise participation in union elections.

Repairs to Headquarters: Because of the high cost of repairs to an out of date building, professional advice is being sought on a new build across the road from the existing HQ in Mabledon Place London.

Ongoing Campaigns 2005
• Public Service Improvement Agenda
• Workforce Development and the in house team
• Fair wages/ two-tier workforce
• Pensions
• Privatisation and PFI/PPP
• Race Equality
• Tackling the BNP

Minimum Wage: Detailed report received and formally agreed target of £6.50 by October 2005. Updates also on the union's approach to the Women and Work Commission and the Migrant Workers project.

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