Over the last few weeks the Probation Trade unions have been in dialogue about the worsening economic position and have recently served notice on the Probation Service that we intend to revisit the 3-year pay deal and submit a supplementary claim on behalf of our members. Of course, there is no guarantee as to what the employer’s response will be other than confirmation that they will engage in dialogue. If we are faced with a rejection of our claim then we will be consulting members as to the future direction that you want us to take. So please look out for more news and upcoming joint meetings alongside members of our sister unions. In Cafcass we still await a response to our pay claim and a timetable for talks. The clock is ticking, and likewise our members in Cafcass should look out for more news of joint meetings with UNISON members.