Loughborough UCU

Welcome to Lboro UCU

Loughborough University and College Union branch (LUCU) works with Loughborough University on policies, procedures and practices that affect the performance and well-being of its members. We are officially recognised as the sole negotiating body for Academic and Academic Related staff. We provide support and advice to our members when they feel that they are not receiving fair, equal and respectful treatment.

We work hard to represent members’ interests in areas such as: Health and Safety and Occupational Health policies and procedures, Car parking charges, Stress policy, Staff Survey and its outcomes, and Departmental workload agreements.

We have also contributed to national campaigns and action on issues such as: Pensions, Pay, Casualisation & Equality Pay Gaps.

We are keen to be involved in any institutional initiative that may affect our members’ work performance, social life and dignity. 

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  • Pay Your Pension Some Attention

    This week is Pension Awareness Week, and Loughborough UCU is encouraging members to take a few minutes to check in with their pension arrangements. For many of us, pension savings can feel like something to think about later. However, understanding what you’re building up now can make a real difference to your long-term financial planning.…

  • Could You Be Our Next Caseworker?

    One of the most important things a union does is support members when they need help. Whether someone is facing a disciplinary process, concerns about workload, redundancy proposals, workplace adjustments, or other employment-related issues, having a trained and knowledgeable colleague by their side can make a real difference. Like many branches, LUCU relies on members…

  • Sexual Harassment at Work

    UCU considers sexual harassment and the victimisation of those who make complaints about sexual harassment as a labour issue which often arises because of power imbalances at work. Sexual harassment is defined in the Equality Act 2010 as ‘unwanted conduct of a sexual nature which has the purpose or effect of violating someone’s dignity, or…

  • Parking Charges Up 10x Faster Than Salaries

    You will by now have noticed the recent changes to charges for parking on campus.  Daily rates have increased for our members by around 20% – a stark contrast to the 2% pay increase offered by employers, and at a time when many staff find it more difficult than ever to park close to their…

  • The Death of Professor Jason Arday

    Like you, we are profoundly saddened to learn of the untimely death of Professor Jason Arday following a sustained campaign of racist media harassment. We think of his family and friends, and express condolences to them, and solidarity with our Black and neurodivergent colleagues and students, at this terrible and tragic time. His life’s work,…

  • Struggling with workload? Join this free CPD session on working safely

    With workload pressures continuing to affect staff across the University, Working Safely: Building Collective Strength provides a practical opportunity to explore the impact of work on our wellbeing, understand employers’ responsibilities, and develop confidence in raising workplace concerns. Tuesday 8 September, 1pm – 2:30pm Register here. Note: Attendance is open to all Loughborough University staff and…

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