Government must end poverty pay for care staff, says UNISON

Commenting on polling published today (Friday) by Citizens UK showing public support for a pay rise for care workers, UNISON assistant general secretary Christina McAnea said:
“It’s clear there’s overwhelming public support for a pay rise for care staff.
“These workers do a skilled job looking after the elderly and disabled people. But many struggle on poverty wages despite their dedication during the pandemic.
“It’s time the government showed they valued care