Morag Innes

Morag Innes currently serves as a Member Rights Officer at the United Workers Union, where she plays a pivotal role in advocating for workers’ rights and ensuring fair employment practices across diverse sectors. In this capacity, Morag leverages her extensive expertise in dispute resolution, casework, and stakeholder engagement to support union members facing workplace challenges. Her responsibilities include providing expert advice on employment rights, mediating industrial disputes, and facilitating effective communication between members and employers to promote constructive resolutions. Morag’s deep understanding of employment law and her strong conflict analysis skills enable her to navigate complex industrial issues, ensuring members receive fair treatment and access to justice.

Her role also involves coordinating outreach initiatives and community engagement efforts to strengthen union-member relationships and foster a culture of collective bargaining and democracy within the workplace. Morag’s background in international politics and human rights, complemented by her previous experience as a researcher and caseworker in the Scottish Parliament, enriches her perspective on social justice and workers’ rights. Her academic credentials, including an MSc in International Politics and Human Rights from the University of Glasgow and a First Class Honours undergraduate degree in Politics, underpin her strategic approach to advocacy and stakeholder engagement.

With a robust skill set that includes report writing, event planning, and constituent correspondence, Morag is adept at translating complex legal and industrial issues into accessible advice and actionable solutions. Her commitment to community engagement and her expertise in dispute settlement make her a vital asset to the United Workers Union, where she continues to champion workers’ rights and promote equitable employment practices through effective communication, negotiation, and advocacy.