The government was accused of hygiene negligence yesterday after cuts to public conveniences made streets a health hazard.
Unison shared its outrage after it emerged that a £10 million budget cut to public toilets has left late night revellers no option but to relieve themselves on the street.
“Urgent action is needed to keep our streets safe and hygienic,” Unison general secretary Dave Prentis said.
Roger McKenzie talks to general secretary of Unison CHRISTINA McANEA about the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on members, the local government funding emergency and the threat of Reform UK
In the current climate, it is vital to bust the myths and put forward the case for a humane and decent social security system that supports people, argues FRAN HEATHCOTE
On the eve of the 157th Trades Union Congress, MICK WHELAN, general secretary of Aslef, the train drivers’ union, celebrates victory in his campaign to get dignity for drivers at work
LIZ PAYNE condemns how Labour backs war in Gaza and Ukraine, and massive funding for Trident’s nuclear bombs, when billions are needed just to restore public services


