Membership benefits
Most people join and stay in UNISON to get the best representation and support at work when they need it. But UNISON members also receive superb membership benefits - you could save the cost of your subscription many times over.
| Britannia Building Society | Britannia Rescue |
| Canada Life | Co-operative Funeralcare |
| Croyde Bay | Frizzell |
| MEDICASH | UIA |
| UNISON Holiday Club | UNISON Welfare |
| UNISON credit card | Vision Express Opticians |
Britannia Building Society
As a UNISON member Britannia Building Society offer you a range of special offers on mortgages, saving schemes and currency.
www.britannia.co.uk/unison/Call 0800 77 88 88
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Britannia Rescue
Britannia Rescue, the roadside assistance and recovery service, has been voted "Best Buy" for the fourth consecutive year by a leading consumer magazine. With cover starting from as little as £35.10 a year, or £4.40 a month can you afford to be without it!
http://www.britanniarescue.com/UNISONCall 0800 591 563
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Canada Life
When you're recovering from an illness or injury the last thing you want to think about are your finances. Canada Life's Income Proection Insurance pays a guaranteed amount each month so you can continue to enjoy a decent standard of living and means you don't have to worry about money.
www.canadalife.co.ukCall 0845 300 3340
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Co-operative Funeralcare
If you have never arranged a funeral before, the first time can be a pretty daunting task. However, as a member of UNISON you can get advice over the phone by simply calling Co-operative Funeralcare on 0800 289 120. Or you could just ask for their booklet 'Your Guide to Funeralcare' which answers all the questions you need to know when dealing with a funeral. They are quite happy to provide this service whether you are arranging a funeral now or simply want to understand what you will need to do when the occasion arises in the future.
Co-operative Funeralcare has arranged concessions for Unison Members, Retired Members, staff and their families who are able to receive:
- A saving of 10% off traditional Funeral Services
- A £50 saving off a Funeral Pre-Payment Plan
Call 0800 289 120 quoting reference 070/G
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Croyde Bay
UNISON's very own holiday destination offering fantastic holidays for people of all ages. Croyde Bay's Oasis Leisure complex provides tropical warmth and fun for everyone with its indoor heated pool, sauna, spa bath and gym.
www.croydeunison.co.ukCall 01271 890 890
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Frizzell
From financial planning to motor and home insurance, from personal loans to credit cards, Frizzell's products are designed to give UNISON members better value, better service, greater convenience and above all, peace of mind.
www.frizzell.co.ukCall
- 0800 373 191 for Personal Loans (Quote Ref: BMKN)
- 0800 272 151 for Independent Financial Advice
- 0800 122 000 for Motor Insurance (Quote Ref: BKVC)
MEDICASH
The UNISON-endorsed Health Cashplan from Medicash not only pays you cash when you are ill, but also meets the aims and values of UNISON and supports the NHS. Medicash is a not-for-profit organisation which pays back over 80% of contributory income every year to members in cash benefits.
Call 0800 195 2992 (Quote Ref: NG213)
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UIA
UIA offers UNISON members and their families exclusive low cost insurance. UIA's website can provide a 'quick quote' from their range of insurance products offered, including: Home, Travel, Pet, WellWoman, Personal Accident and Life.
www.unisonanduia.co.ukCall 0800 66 88 55
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UNISON Holiday Club
With the security of ABTA membership and instant discounts on brochure prices, flights and ferry travel a call to UNISON Holiday Club will be well worth your while!
www.unison-holiday-club.co.ukCall 08705 50 50 00
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A registered charity providing help to members and their families in times of financial hardship or personal difficulties. Speak to your Branch Welfare Officer or call the number below.
Call 020 7391 9170
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UNISON credit card
Apply online for a UNISON credit card - the most powerful card a union member can carry. There is a choice of cards to help you save money and in an exclusive arrangement with Bank of Scotland there is a guarantee that the cards must remain competitive. You can even save money if you use the UNISON card to purchase any of the great holidays offered through the UNISON Holiday Club. Apply today!
www.unioncard.co.uk/unisonCall 0800 783 2833
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Vision Express Opticians
Substantial savings on your eyecare requirements for you and your family UNISON have joined forces with Vision Express Opticians to provide you and your family with substantial savings on eyecare.
Vision Select is your unique optical benefit package allowing the following savings:
- Save £45 on complete spectacles when purchasing frames from the £79 and above ranges, with prescription scratch-resistant plastic lenses.
- Free enhance(tm) contact lenses.
- Free - 3 months supply of enhance (tm) contact lenses and multi-purpose lite solutions (worth £44.85) on the direct debit scheme.
- £5 off an eye examination
- £5 off the normal price of an eye examination
To obtain a leaflet containing the discount vouchers please contact your local Unison Branch Steward. Alternatively visit any Vision Express Store with your Unison ID and quote reference no: UNI2003.
The vouchers will then be given to you over the counter.
Please remember that the scheme extends to family members.
Any queries please call Vision Express Head Office:
Tania Brown 0115 988 2121
Sue Bennett 0115 988 2168
To locate your nearest store and book an appointment use freephone 0800 73 80 90 or visit our website www.visionexpress.com