Different unions cover different jobs and industries.
People are able to join the most appropriate union for their job or sector.
People are recruited to unions in different ways. Most people find out about the union by talking to colleagues at the workplace and then make direct contact with the union. Others are contacted by the union representative who gives them information about the union and tells them how to join. Some employers and personnel officers tell employees about the union when they start working for the organisation. Unions are stepping up their efforts to attract new members.