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VIRTUAL AGM
SATURDAY 16th January
at 10:00 - 11:30am or at 10:45 - 11:15pm.
Each meeting is scheduled for 1/2 hour duration and all members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Due to the Corona Virus it is not possible to hold face to face meeting as normal so these meetings will be held Virtually.
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CARDIFF & VALE UNISON HEALTH
BRANCH
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
AGENDA & SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS
2021
All meetings will be 30 minutes each and held virtually via
Everyone welcome!
Please download the ‘GoTomeeting’ App to access these meetings!
Access Code:
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Apologies |
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Notes of previous AGM |
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Branch Officer Positions |
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Stewards & Officers Annual Reports Reports available on request by emailing our office: unison.office.uhw@wales.nhs.uk or Website: www.cavunison.co.uk or Cardiff & Vale Unison App |
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Motions |
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To Receive a Report on Honoraria for :
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DISCUSSION Covid-19 and the future |
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The meeting will be followed by a brief APF meeting |
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SCHEDULE
Updated 07/01/2021 14:36
*All meetings to be `virtual’ unless otherwise notified closer to date*
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Tuesday 12th January |
12 Noon - 12.30 & 12.45 - 1.15pm |
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***Saturday 16th January |
10.00 – 10.30am & 10.45 - 11.15am |
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Tuesday 19th January |
2.00 - 2.30pm & 2.45 - 3.15pm |
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Thursday 21st January |
11.45pm – 12.15am (Night Shift) |
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***Saturday 23rd January |
10.00 – 10.30am & 10.45 – 11.15am |
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Monday 25th January |
2.00 - 2.30pm & 2.45 - 3.15pm |
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Thursday 28th January |
12 Noon - 12.30 & 12.45 - 1.15pm Also on night shift: 11.45pm – 12.15am |
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Monday 1st February |
2.00 - 2.30pm & 2.45 - 3.15pm |
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Thursday 4th February |
2.00 - 2.30pm & 2.45 - 3.15pm |
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Monday 8th February |
12 Noon - 12.30 & 12.45 - 1.15pm |
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Thursday 11th February |
11.45pm – 12.15am (Night Shift) |
***Saturday 13th February |
10.00 - 10.30am & 10.45 - 11.15am |
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Tuesday 16th February |
12 Noon – 12.30 & 12.45 – 1.15pm |
Thursday 18th February |
11.45pm – 12.15am (Night Shift) |
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Thursday 25th February |
12 Noon - 12.30 & 12.45 - 1.15pm |
***Saturday 27th February |
10.00 – 10.30am & 10.45 – 11.15am |
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Thursday 4th March |
11.45pm – 12.15am (Night Shift) |
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*** Saturday 6th March |
10.00 - 10.30am & 10.45 - 11.15am |
Thursday 11th March |
2.00 - 2.30pm & 2.45 - 3.15pm |
***Saturday 13th March |
10.00 – 10.30am & 10.45 – 11.15am |
Half of all staff absences are Covid related
TUC survey reveals 71% of working mothers denied furlough
Working parents – particularly mothers – are in an impossible situation this lockdown. UNISON is calling for paid parental leave to support them
Worried about your finances? UNISON can help
UNISON can offer a range of financial assistance for members – ranging from specific COVID-19 grants to debt advice, benefits advice and winter fuel grants
Assistant general secretary elected to top job
10 January 2021
Embargo: 00:01hrs Monday 11 January 2021
Thank NHS staff with proper pay rise, say health unions
Football pundit Gary Lineker, comedian Jo Brand and Hollywood star David Oyelowo are among celebrities backing a fair pay campaign launched today (Monday) by health unions.
To mark International Thank You Day, the 14 unions are urging the public to use social media to champion the vital work of all health staff by supporting a decent pay rise.
The unions – representing workers including 1.3 million nurses, cleaners, administrators, physiotherapists, healthcare assistants, dieticians, radiographers, porters, midwives, paramedics, and other NHS employees – are asking people to share hashtags such as #FairPay, and to message their MPs.
Also taking part on the day will be DJ Annie Mac, TV presenter Konnie Huq, and Deborah Meaden, the Dragon’s Den investor and businesswoman.
A video released to mark the event features a diverse range of the staff who keep the NHS running and continue to do so through the pandemic.
UNISON head of health Sara Gorton, who also chairs the NHS group of unions, said: “The NHS is facing the worst crisis in its history.
“Everyone is relying on health workers in many different roles to see us through. Clapping has been a way of showing support, but the government now needs to pay up.”
Chief executive and general secretary of the Royal College of Nursing Donna Kinnair said: “Last year, nursing staff were buoyed by overwhelming public gratitude. Today presents a new and different way to display that same strength of feeling.
“But health care staff need to hear long after today there’s public support to treat them better, recognise their skill and pay them fairly.”
Executive director for external relations at the Royal College of Midwives Jon Skewes, who is also treasurer for the NHS group of unions, said: “NHS staff are currently holding the country together. They’re facing a challenge like never before, which is made worse by staffing shortages.
“The government needs to act now to acknowledge their contribution and commitment. Ministers must give staff an early and significant pay rise that would help restore their pay in real terms. It would also ensure there are enough staff to future-proof the NHS."
Notes to editors:
- International Thank You Day will go live at 9am on Monday 11 January 2021.
- Click here to watch the video featuring health staff.
- The 14 NHS unions are: British Association of Occupational Therapists,
British Dietetic Association, British Orthoptic Society, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, College of Podiatry, Federation of Clinical Scientists, GMB, Managers in Partnership, Prison Officers
Association, Royal College of Midwives, Royal College of Nursing, Society of Radiographers, UNISON and Unite.
Media contacts:
UNISON M: 07778 158175 E: press@unison.co.uk
RCN T: 0207 647 3633 E: mediateamhq@rcn.org.uk
RCM T: 0207 312 3456 E: media@rcm.org.uk
Stay up to date with our branch app!
Scan the QR code below to download.
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NHS Pay – #OneTeam2k
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Read the latest Unison Welfare Newsletter here:
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Recruitment/Engagement Event
All Recrutment/Engagement events have been suspended for the forseeable future!
You can still join online or by asking your local rep.
UNISON Cymru Wales calls for payment of a homeworking allowance for all public sector workers having to work from home
UNISON Wales has been in ongoing discussions with employers at local and all Wales levels, and also with Welsh Government Ministers, seeking agreement that all staff who are required by their employer to work from home, should be paid an allowance by their employer to cover the extra costs incurred by home working. Since the […]
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How one of our rep's, Angela Gorman, went on to become CEO of Life for African Mothers and earned herself an MBE in the process.
Read Angela's story here
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www.lifeforafricanmothers.org
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NHS Wales
COVID – 19 (Coronavirus)
Frequently Asked Questions for NHS Managers and Employees FAQs up to date as
at 15.00, 1 October 2020
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Government must put system in hands of public health bodies
The UNISON NHS Pay claim -
One Team2k was agreed by UNISON Health Service Group Executive - a committee of UNISON activists across the UK who all work in the NHS, back in June and we were the first union to formally launch a pay claim back in July.
A lot of thought was put in to the 2k for All figure which we believe is affordable and achievable. UNISON also surveyed our NHS members on our proposed pay claim and of those that responded over 84% agreed with a 2k pay claim and also with an early settlement this year instead of waiting until April 2021.
UNISON was the first union to formally lodge our claim in writing with the UK Prime Minister. UNISON had hoped for a joint unions approach on Pay but unfortunately other unions have set their own figures, which some believe are unachievable and unrealistic in the current economic climate.
Most unions initial position was 5% but then this changed recently to a higher figure.
UNISON has remained consistent that 2k for All AFC staff means no one gets a pound more or less than anyone else.
We have calculated our pay claim to cost £3.4b.
UNISON is a member led union with members making the decisions on key issues that affect them.
UNISON is the largest trade union in the UK, the largest Health union in the UK and the largest trade union in Wales.
Please advise the member of the above information and also to the UNISON website for more info on our NHS Pay claim .
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Contact the branch for details.
Resource for Staff working/ shielding at home
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Wellbeing guides
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Here are the posters and the most up to date PPE info
Check this link out as well
https://gov.wales/two-metre-
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Welsh nurse's heartfelt plea for more personal protective equipment so they can return to families 'unscathed' after pandemic, UNISON Swansea Bay Health branch's Libby Nolan video featured and regional secretary Tanya Palmer quoted, Wales Online.
Welsh heath and care workers have no access to PPE, Unison Cymru says, regional secretary Tanya Palmer quoted, Morning Star
Health workers feel 'actively discouraged' to protect themselves over PPE supply fears, references open letter from healthcare workers endorsed by UNISON, ITV Wales
CORVID 19 Frequently Asked Questions
Self Isolating
Typical Questions
I have an underlying health conditions should I be self isolating?
My Partner/child has an underlying health conditions should I be self isolating?
I am aged over 70 should I be self isolating?
I am in at risk group as identified by the UK Government should I be self Isolating?
I am pregnant, should I be self Isolating?
Answer
If you have an underlying health conditions and you are not sure about attending work go to phw.nhs.uk for guidance then speak to your line manager.
Do not contact Occupational Health!
PPE
Typical Questions
What is the situation with PPE?
We think we need more or better PPE?
We have no face masks available in our section what should we do?
Staff in my area are being told not to wear masks as there are not enough to go round.
Answer
The Health Board is receiving large amounts of PPE on a daily basis. The situation within the Health Board is being monitored and reviewed daily. If you think your area has insufficient PPE speak to your line manager.
Redeployment
Questions
Ive been told that I will have to work in another area, do I have to change where I work?
Ive been told that I will have to work on another site, do I have to change sites?
Answer
We are in unprecedented times which means that the Health Board has to change and evolve to meet the challenge of Corvid 19, this will often mean redeployment of staff to meet the demand and it is expected that staff will cooperate where possible. If you have issues about a proposed redeployment speak to your line manager in the first instance.
Change of duties
Questions
I’ve been told that I will have to do different and unfamiliar work is that right?
Answer
Given the challenge of Corvid 19 which we all face, this will often mean staff are asked to meet the demand by being flexible and adapt to the necessary changes, it is expected that staff will cooperate where possible. Staff will not be expected to work beyond their pay grade! If you have issues about a proposed change to your work speak to your line manager in the first instance.
Working from home
Questions
The government has said that everyone who can should be working from home, does that apply to NHS staff?
I don’t see patients why can’t I work from home?
Working from home
Child care issues
I have young children and no one to look after them while I’m in work what should I do?
Answer
As NHS staff you are identified as a Key Worker by the UK government and therefore schools will be open for your child even though all schools are technically closed for the foreseeable future. Check your Local Authority website for details about provision for your child.
Please keep checking the website for the latest factual updates! phw.nhs.wales
Unsocial hours payments
The Minister has agreed the reinstatement of the unsocial hours payments from day one for a temporary period and to enable the release of the ‘held’ back pay.
REGIONAL HEALTH COMMITTEE 1/2020
(This is an occasional Newsletter for Branch Secretaries in Health)
News
Sick Pay (25th March 2020)
Update for all Regional Health Committee delegates:
Due to the current situation regarding corona virus, the Health Minister has agreed to the reinstatement of the unsocial hours payments from day one for a temporary period. The Minister has also agreed to enable the release of any ‘held’ back pay.
We will be working with Welsh Government to update the FAQs and to arrange for release of the payments.
Student Nurse
England have agreed guidelines for Student Nurses which were circulated last week. We are currently awaiting confirmation of the position in Wales.
PPE
We know that there are problems about PPE and Tanya Palmer our Regional Secretary, is daily letting the Welsh Government know our concerns. Can you let us know if your members face further problems over the next week.
Donna Hutton,
Acting Head of Health
Dave Prentis in public appeal on relieving virus burden
Coronavirus Guidance and Advice from the UHB
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Have you received the latest copy of U magazine?
If not your details may be out of date.
KEEP YOUR DETAILS UP TO DATE!
Help us help you!
It is important that you keep your personal details up to date.
Have you moved address, changed your telephone number or email address?
If you have, you need to update this information!
My UNISON link
If we don’t have your correct contact details you will miss out on membership offers, announcements or information about voting ballots that may be held.
The 'Save Barry Hospital Ward' petition is live on the Welsh Government website. Please take a moment to sign and join our campaign to defend the Hospital
ward."
https://www.assembly.wales/en/
Dear Colleague,
ROBIN HOOD TAX CAMPAIGN AND UNISON
Nine Welsh local authorities have already signed up to the Robin Hood Tax. Is your council one of them? We want all UNISON Cymru Wales branches to encourage their councils, AM and MP to sign up to the Robin Hood Tax, which could potentially deliver millions of pounds for public services in Wales.
Robin Hood Tax resources are attached for your use.
The PowerPoint presentation is also attached and below is a link to the councillor’s hub with model motions and briefings etc.
https://www.robinhoodtax.org.
With best wishes,
Dominic
Dominic MacAskill
Regional Manager Rheolwr Rhanbarthol
UNISON Wales UNSAIN Cymru
The Courtyard / Y Libart
Wind Street
Swansea / Abertawe
SA1 1DP
Phone / ffon: 01792 483918
e-mail / e-bost: d.macaskill@unison.co.uk
Twitter: http://twitter.com/
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