Long COVID: a guide for supporting our members

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This guide is for union reps - understanding coronavirus and workplace issues, employer negotiations and how best protect the workforce

Coronavirus - Guidance for unions

Issue date

04 Jan 2022

About this resource

Long COVID is affecting workers in many ways . Reps have a vital role in making sure employers properly protect workers with long COVID, and prevent new long lasting inequalities being created.

Who is this interactive guide for?

This guide will give union reps the tools to support members, particularly those who have had long COVID and unsure about their rights or are facing issues with their employer.

How will this guide help me?

This guide will:

explain what long COVID is
describe how it affects working people
detail how you as a workplace rep can support members and review employer policies.

How do I complete it?

All you need is an internet-enabled mobile device (a phone or tablet) or a computer.

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Do as little or as much as you like each time you log on — your progress will always be saved. Next time you log on just pick up where you left off, this one will take you about 25 minutes to complete.

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