Overview

• Unison and the GMB confirmed their nominations after leadership meetings on Thursday.
• Unison’s Labour Link chair Linda Hobson said Phillipson would be a strong, persuasive voice for members across public services.
• GMB general secretary Gary Smith said the union was pleased to nominate Phillipson and noted her 20-year membership in the GMB.
• GMB highlighted representing more than 100,000 school support staff and called reviving the School Support Staff Negotiating Body vital for fair pay and qualifications.
• Phillipson welcomed the backing as support from across the movement and pledged to unite the party and represent every part of the country in cabinet.