Why join UNISON?

Most people join a union because they want peace of mind in case they have problems at work.

Unison is the only recognised union within the South Western Ambulance Service. By joining us, you get local representation right here within our workplace, along with the security and power of one of Britain’s biggest Trade Unions, with 1.3 million members.  

For more information on the structure of Unison, and how the organisation works for its members, see our About Unison page.

What can UNISON do for me?

Unison can offer our members experienced, understanding and individual advice and representation. We can also offer confidential financial and legal support, whilst our officials work tirelessly in the back-ground on your behalf, negotiating on policies and procedures, working toward improvements in health and safety and seeking to improve pay and conditions at both a national and local level.

In addition to all this, you also get:

• Excellent additional legal services at work and in the home.
• Education and training advice and courses leading to vocational and professional qualifications. We have been instrumental in setting up a return to learn project, delivered by distance learning, specifically for ambulance personnel.
• A colour magazine sent to your home.
• Pensions advice and welfare services.
• An opportunity join our "vine List" - our branch email information service.

How do I join?

From this site, you can email us with any questions you may have about joining. 

You can also download an application form.

As a member, how can I become more involved?

Our branch relies on the strength and motivation of it's membership to remain effective. If you have an issue you would are concerned about, and would like to air your views in an active way, you can get in touch with us via the Your Views section of this site. attend your local meeting. details of where and when such meetings are held can be found on our What's On page.

We are always looking for stewards and representatives, and would welcome anyone who wishes to take up such an opportunity. You will be given full training, resources and support, and you can enhance your personal development through new skills and qualifications, whilst knowing that you can help support others.  

We currently need people from all backgrounds and of all ages right now, so if think you might be interested, then please get in touch with your nearest steward, or else your sector or branch secretary. You could make a real difference.