Branch News & Events Catchup

Loneliness is something many people experience but few feel able to talk about. That’s exactly why Loneliness Awareness Week exists, to break the stigma, raise understanding, and remind every one of us that feeling lonely is a natural human emotion, not a personal failing. This year’s theme focuses on the importance of connection and the simple truth that small conversations can make a big difference. Whether it’s a chat with a colleague, a message to a friend, or reaching ou

13–20 June 2026 As summer approaches and more people head outdoors to enjoy our rivers, broads, lakes, and coastline, CWU North Anglia is proud to support Drowning Prevention Week 2026. This national campaign, led by the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK), aims to equip communities with the knowledge and confidence to stay safe around water. For our region, this message is especially important. Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire see preventable water‑related incidents e

In every workplace, there are people quietly making sure others get home safe. People who step in before something goes wrong. People who challenge unsafe practices, push for improvements, and refuse to let standards slip. Those people are your trade union safety reps, and they’re far more than a title on a noticeboard. Every day, safety reps are out there: Spotting hazards before someone gets hurt Raising concerns and pushing for fixes Investigating accidents and near‑mis

quick round up of the 2026 CWU T&FS Conference in Bournemouth

Every year, your CWU North Anglia Branch is able to support incredible charities and community organisations and that’s only possible because of you, our members. Your continued support, solidarity, and commitment to our branch allow us to give back to groups who make a real difference in people’s lives

April is Stress Awareness Month — a reminder that stress affects us all, and support matters.

AI is already here, and it’s evolving fast. Whether you are curious, excited or even a little unsure about what it means for your role, this is the perfect time to learn more and ask questions.

Our Telecoms & Financial Services sector are campaigning for fewer hours with no loss of pay. Find out how you can help: https://www.cwu.org/campaign/sww/ #ShorterWorkingWeek

Women in the CWU continue to lead, organise, challenge injustice, and stand up for fairness at work. From engineers and call centre staff to representatives and activists, women play a vital role in strengthening our union and improving working lives for everyone.

Under UK law, your rest break must be uninterrupted and free from work duties. Plugging in a van isn’t “just a quick favour”, it’s unpaid labour. It’s a task. And it chips away at the boundary between work and rest.

LGBT+ History Month also reminds us that progress is never guaranteed. At a time when LGBT+ rights, and especially trans rights, are facing renewed pressure and hostility, our branch is clear: we will always defend equality, dignity and respect for every member.

Women’s voices strengthen the CWU, and our movement is better every time more women step into the room.

Congratulations to Matthew, our latest raffle prize draw winner

BREAKING: Labour's landmark Employment Rights Bill has PASSED both Houses of Parliament.

Women don’t just deserve a seat at the table , we build the table, shape the agenda, and lead the change. Whether you're on the tools, behind the scenes, or balancing it all, your voice matters. The union is your platform to speak up, stand tall, and make work fairer for everyone. From fighting for equal pay and safe workplaces to challenging outdated systems, we’re stronger when we rise together.

CWU North Anglia Branch will be proudly attending the Burston Strike School Rally on Sunday 7th September, alongside our brilliant colleagues from other CWU branches. Come join us in celebrating solidarity, resistance, and the power of collective action!

Trigger Warning: This post discusses the topic of sexual harassment. In a powerful and important discussion for our Telecoms members, Lili Savage (CWU Openreach National Team) and Paul Clark (CWU Openreach Regional Coordinator) break down Openreach's Anti-Sexual Harassment Campaign and what the change in legislation means for you. Paul shares the shocking findings from his groundbreaking report and we talk about the company's duty of care and what a true "zero tolerance" appr

Our Telecoms & Financial Services Executive have launched The Shorter Working Week campaign - aiming to win a meaningful reduction in working hours with no loss of pay across all T&FS sectors. Here is a video from their campaign launch event

One for our T&FS members: Over the past couple of years, general interest in the idea of a shorter working week has grown. In this country, hundreds of employers have been experimenting with reducing hours for no loss of pay with positive results, including: · Better work/life balance · Lower levels of stress · Lower staff turnover · Greater workplace productivity On this week's episode of CWU Live at 5pm - Michael is joined by Deputy General Secretary (Telecoms & Financial S

Check out the latest podcast from Your Openreach National Team explaining the importance of vehicle pre-use inspections.