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. 

Upcoming Events

Latest News

  • Reps Team Update – New Workload Rep in SDCA

    We are very pleased to welcome Jennifer Dranttel as our new Workload Rep for the School of Design & Creative Arts. This role focusses specifically on monitoring and addressing workload […]

  • Introduction of Guidelines for Managers Dealing with Restructures

    The sensitive handling of restructures, and constructive and timely engagement with unions on these, has been a significant issue on which the campus unions have repeatedly pressed management for several […]

  • LUCU Meet and Greet at the Staff Fair – 14 May

    Loughborough UCU will be at the University Staff Fair on Thursday 14 May, 10am–12pm, and we’d love you to come and say hello. We’ll be hosting a Loughborough UCU Meet […]

  • Big Changes in UK Employment Law

    Big changes have begun in UK employment law, with a new wave in April 2026, marking the most significant shift in workplace rights in over a decade.  These changes are good news for employees […]

  • Reduce Your UCU Subscription Cost by Claiming Tax Relief

    As we’ve entered a new tax year, it’s a great time to remind UCU members that you may be able to reduce the cost of your union subscription by claiming […]

  • Huge Win on USS Pension Valuations

    UCU have successfully negotiated a change to the methodology to be used for future USS Pension Scheme valuations which will benefit all members. For several decades UCU has argued that […]

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