How to end your Unison membership in the UK

About Unison

Unison is the United Kingdom's largest public sector trade union, representing over 1.3 million members across essential services. Founded in 1993 through the merger of three major unions—NALGO, NUPE, and COHSE—Unison has become a cornerstone organisation for workers in the NHS, local government, schools, police services, energy, transport, and the voluntary sector. The union's primary mission is to protect workers' rights, negotiate better pay and conditions, and provide crucial support during workplace disputes and disciplinary matters.

Members join Unison for various reasons, including access to legal representation, professional advice on employment issues, and collective bargaining power. The organisation operates through a network of regional offices and workplace representatives, offering everything from contract reviews to representation at tribunals. Unison also campaigns on broader social issues affecting public sector workers, including fair pay, adequate staffing levels, and protecting public services from privatisation.

However, circumstances change, and many members eventually need to cancel their membership. Common reasons include retirement, career changes to private sector roles, financial constraints, or dissatisfaction with the level of service received. Some members find they no longer require union representation, whilst others may be switching to a different union more aligned with their current role. Whatever your reason, understanding the proper cancellation process is essential to avoid continued deductions from your salary.

Plans, features and pricing

Unison operates on a straightforward membership structure rather than offering multiple \