Branch Secretary's Blog

July 2024

Southport Incident

On behalf of NWAS UNISON, I would like to thank all staff who were involved in the response to the awful incident in Southport. If you need any help or support, please do not hesitate to contact us. This morning (31st July) I received the following message from our General Secretary:

Sent on behalf of Christina McAnea, UNISON general secretary to North West Ambulance Branch, Jeff Gorman

Dear Jeff,

The recent events in Southport were tragic and appalling. I know your branch has members who were involved in dealing with this and supporting and helping those affected. I know you will be assisting your members and I hope you will pass on the thanks and appreciation of our union to your members and, indeed, your branch. 

The work of public sector workers at times like this is inspiring, but I know that it can be personally very difficult. I’m sure UNISON North West will be supporting you, but if there is anything you need from UNISON nationally please let me know.

In solidarity and with best wishes,

Christina

Christina McAnea (she/her)

UNISON general secretary