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Thank you for the feedback you have provided by responding to our survey. GMB and Unison are jointly continuing to engage with EMAS on the rota consultation in response to your specific feedback to date. We all recognise that we are currently still in consultation and are therefore unable to provide a more detailed update at this time.  Please […]

UNISON & GMB Joint Update: Rota Consultation – Members’ Voices Must Be Heard Firstly, thank you to every member who has taken part in the recent rota surveys.Your feedback has been loud and clear – members are frustrated, disillusioned, and deeply concerned with the current rota consultation process. Meeting with the Trust – Monday 10th […]

GMB EMAS has launched a rota consultation survey to gather members’ views on the current rota review being undertaken by EMAS. Your feedback is vital to ensure your voice is heard and that GMB can represent members effectively. Check your email for your survey link and make sure to respond before Monday 10th November 2025.

The GMB is preparing to launch a survey to gain your feedback on the rota consultation. Feedback containing your views and experiences is important for the GMB to be able to strengthen our opposition to the whole consultation.

Just over a week ago, the Trust launched the rota consultation. Since then, we have been listening closely to feedback from our members across all divisions.

Your voices have been heard loud and clear. Our membership have serious concerns, and we have taken them directly to the Trust.

As you will be aware EMAS have launched phase 2 of the rota consultation and meetings are now taking place. We are aware that some of our members have been advised that GMB have agreed to the proposals – we can assure you that this is NOT the case. The GMB are formulating our next […]

Information about your GMB Union can be found at: Rostering Update: The GMB continue to engage with EMAS on the rostering consultation and the feedback received for the proposed rostering principles is now being considered. The GMB has provided our own feedback to the rostering group and also the CEO after listening to and supporting […]

GMB disappointed with EMAS decision not to pay real living wage

FRV Consultation Update During an FRV Consultation Mid-Point review meeting, which took place on Wednesday, representatives from GMB@EMAS and Unison EMAS were informed by the Trust that the current FRV consultation would be suspended, also stating that ‘This decision reflects our commitment to ensuring that all voices are heard and that any future changes are […]