About trade unions

What is a trade union?

A trade union is a group of working people who come together to improve their pay and working conditions.

Currently, there are nearly 7 million workers who belong to a trade union in the UK. These unions range from small, workplace-specific groups to large organisations that represent workers across multiple industries. This targeted approach enables unions to advocate effectively for workers, by addressing the distinct challenges faced in each industry or sector.

MiP is a trade union that represents healthcare managers throughout the whole of the UK.

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What MiP can do for you

We are there when you need help at work

Whatever your workplace issue, we are here with one-to-one employment advice and representation to help resolve it.

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We fight for your pay, pensions and working conditions

We take a collective approach to negotiations with employers and government on issues such as pay, pensions and organisational change.

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We support your career with professional training

MiP offers a range of learning services for managers who want to develop their careers – from webinars and workshops to briefings.

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MiP Member

Thank you so much, you gave me more support than I could have ever expected, and I will always be extremely grateful for your wisdom and sound advice. You never gave up on me.

MiP Member

You may not need direct support for many years, but when you do you get ‘platinum guidance and support’ and will realise the value of joining MiP. I know I will remain a member of MiP and will most certainly be strongly encouraging other colleagues to join.

MiP Member

I was so pleased to have MiP’s support in negotiating my settlement agreement. You really listened to my concerns and took the time to appreciate what I needed to achieve. You gave impartial advice and guidance, including the risks but left the decisions to me which made me feel supported and empowered.

How trade unions work

Most trade unions are organised by workplaces to represent workers across different employers. Members of a union can become accredited workplace representatives (reps) who then act on behalf of their colleagues in the workplace. Reps support the work of the union by:

Supporting members with a range of workplace issues
Raising members’ concerns with the employer
Negotiating with employers to improve working conditions

Trade union reps and officials also negotiate with employers through collective bargaining to secure agreements on pay, working hours, benefits, and other employment conditions.

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Still have questions? Please get in touch via email or fill out an enquiry form. We’re here to help.

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Email us: info@miphealth.org.uk

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Find out if you’re eligible for MiP here. Still have questions? Send us an enquiry using the form opposite and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

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