UNISON has 1,200 branches across the UK, each made up of its members. Within every branch, some members are elected by their colleagues to take on key roles, helping to represent, support, and lead their workforce. These roles include:
Branch Secretary: Philip Leahy-Harland (BU)
The main contact person with the wider union who handles Branch administration.
Branch Chair: Preeti Sood (AUB)
Facilitates Branch and committee meetings.
Branch Treasurer: Louise Hanlon-Brooks (BU)
Responsible for managing Branch finances, including keeping accounts.
Communications & Women’s Officer: Milena Przytula (BU)
Co-ordinates Branch newsletters, websites and other media. Represents and advocates for women members.
Health & Safety Officer: Adam Wright (BU), Peter Coles (BU), Madalina (Lily) Voicu (AUB)
Campaigns around Health & Safety Issues for the Branch.
Equalities Officer: Ruth Messer (BU)
Works on equal rights issues including sex, race, disability and LGBT issues.
Membership Officer: Tom Hollingum (BU)
Keeps track of the branch’s membership and works to develop recruitment and organising.
Disabilities Officer: Jo Schofield (BU)
Advocates for disabled members’ rights and accessibility.
International Officer: Ahlem Boujnah (BU)
Supports migrant and international members, advocating for equality, inclusion, and awareness of immigration-related issues.
Environmental Officer: Philip Leahy-Harland (BU)
Promotes and ensures the union and connected employers are committed to supporting responsible and sustainable environmental practices, and that any environmental impact is limited to as close to zero as possible.
Workplace Stewards / Reps:
A Steward (Rep) is the person who represents union members on workplace issues. They are the first point of contact if you need advice, support, or representation at work. If you have a workplace concern, please get in touch office@unisonbhfe.org.uk
- Adam Wright (BU)
- Tom Hollingum (BU)
- Ahlem Boujnah (BU)
- Milena Przytula (BU)