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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Latest News

  • Solidarity with University of Nottingham UCU

    You may have seen in the past few months notable politicians and chief executives concern about what the University of Nottingham is proposing. This will see closures of some nursing, ending music degrees and will leave East Midlands with no provision of degrees in modern languages. On top of this, and despite evidence of extreme workload pressures,…

  • General Meeting & AGM Schedule (2026–27)

    Please save the dates for our upcoming General Meetings and Annual General Meeting (AGM). All meetings will run from 1–2pm, with locations and further details to be announced closer to the time: General Meetings: Annual General Meeting (AGM): These meetings are vital opportunities to shape the direction of our branch and to stay engaged with…

  • Check Your UCU Registered Email Address Today

    Changes to trade union legislation mean that UCU will soon be able to use electronic balloting in certain circumstances, including some union elections and industrial action ballots. For many members, this is a positive step. Voting online is quicker, more convenient and can make it easier for members to take part in the democratic life…

  • “Wages not Weapons” Motion

    For the second year running the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has backed a UCU motion to build an alternative and progressive plan for security based on “decent work, quality public services, equality, climate action, democracy and peace”.  The motion called on the TUC to build on the ‘Wages Not Weapons’ campaign, which calls for investment in public…

  • 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…

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