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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 20h

The government is increasingly realising how damaging outsourcing has been, says PCS GS Fran Heathcote in an article for Civil Service World. She says that there are 100s of contracts where outsourced workers get a raw deal. Insourcing is the way forward www.civilserviceworld.com/professions/...

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The government is increasingly realising how damaging outsourcing has been

There are hundreds of contracts where outsourced workers are getting a raw deal. Insourcing is the way forward

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 23h

PCS GS Fran Heathcote had a productive and positive meeting with Cabinet Office minister Mark Ferguson at Labour party conference today, on the agenda: pay, Capita, collective bargaining and devolution

The photo shows Cabinet Office minister Mark Ferguson and PCS GS Fran Heathcote seated in an office.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

PCS members at the @FCDOGovUK were on half a day's strike yesterday in their ongoing dispute over job cuts and restructuring. There were well-supported picket lines in London and East Kilbride. They take a full day of action on Monday, show them you support! #SupportTheStrike

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Over a year after the government announced the replacement of water regulator Ofwat by a new ‘super regulator', PCS members in Ofwat (Water Services Regulation Authority) are balloting for strike action as they continue to wait for answers on key demands. Read more >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image includes the text PCS The Water Services Regulation Authority members to ballot for strike action.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

PCS reps can sign up for an Employment Rights Act training session taking place in October We are putting on two 90-minute PCS Academy online sessions to provide reps with an overview of the things you need to know now for your union work. Book your place now! www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic shows a laptop alongside the text: PCS Reps: Get ready for the new Employment Rights Act. 90-minute online training - what's changed? What's coming next? What does it mean for you and your members? 13 October 12.30-2pm and 21 October 4.30-6pm. Book your place through PCS Digital.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Read our round-up of union activity in the UK and from around the world, including a hot weather victory, new indefinite strikes and union strength in the face of attacks. Find our more >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows two hands clasped in solidarity alongside the words union solidarity round-up 7-13 September

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

PCS's National Disputes Committee has agreed to suspend tomorrow’s strike by PCS members employed by OCS at the National Crime Agency, to allow security supervisors, security officers and CCTV operators time to consider an offer from their employer. Read the story >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic contains the text Suspended: PCS suspends National Crime Agency strike following ACAS talks.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Capita is under increasing pressure as PCS prepares to hand in a petition on Monday (24) demanding an end to the civil service pension crisis and for the service to be brought in-house. Read the story >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises the text PCS - stop the civil service pension crisis - sign now.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

With 125 Ministry of Defence caretakers at risk of redundancy and losing their homes, PCS member Roy, a caretaker at the army reserve centre in Wigan, shares how the MOD’s plans affect him and his fears for the future. Read his blog >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises a photo of Roy who is smiling and wearing a green T-shirt alongside text which reads: Caretakers are fully supported and held in high esteem by local line managers and heads of establishments; it is only those at the very top who are choosing to ignore our value. We are the glue that holds the sites together - Roy, MOD caretaker - SAVE MOD CARETAKER JOBS AND HOMES

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We are urging support for PCS members who are taking two more days of strike action this month, the first on Wednesday (12), in their dispute over a planned restructure and lack of assurances over compulsory redundancies. Read the story >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The photo shows 8 people standing on a picket line holding placards and PCS flags and wearing hi-vis jackets standing behind a banner which reads FCDO 2030 restructure on strike for fairness, transparency and respect. No compulsory redundancies, protecting jobs and public services.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The Capita CEO asked Ian, a civil servant for over three decades, to have some sympathy but Ian’s incurable illness makes Capita’s institutional incompetence even harder to handle. Read his blog about his fight for his pension: www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises a photo of Ian who has glasses and a grey beard alongside the text Ian: I still haven't got a payment. With blood cancer, I don't have the energy. And the footer text: Stop the civil service pension chaos.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Email your MP to save MOD caretaker jobs & homes The Ministry of Defence is consulting on plans to abolish 125 caretaker posts across the Army Reserve & University Officers' Training Corps estate, a move which also puts them at risk of homelessness. Read the story >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises the text PCS save caretaker posts write to your MP using our e-action today and the footer text Save MOD caretaker jobs and homes.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

PCS continues to meet weekly with representatives of the Cabinet Office. In the meeting on 24 July, we met with the newly-appointed director of civil service pensions Richard Vianello. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic contains the body text Get in touch if you've delayed your retirement because of the Capita chaos along with the footer text Stop the civil service pension chaos.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

PCS members at the V&A Museum in London are currently being balloted for strike action. Sign our petition to ask V&A directors and @lisanandymp.bsky.social secretary of state for digital, culture, media and sport, to meet our members' demands on pay, conditions and dignity at work.

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PCS Demands Fair Pay and Safe Working Conditions at the V&A Museum

Support workers at the V&A, sign the petition!

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

E-actions deliver results for #PCS members. Members and supporters have sent thousands of emails to MPs in the last year, leading to campaign successes and activity in parliament. Find out more about the power of our campaigning work and how you can get involved >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic shows an envelope and an arrow next to the figure 1000+ and the text the power of campaigns PCS e-actions deliver thousands of emails to hundreds of MPs.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Striking PCS members at Sodexo in Belfast fighting cuts to hours & jobs were joined on the picket line today by our president Bev Laidlaw. She said: "Their determination & unity send a powerful message that PCS members will always stand together in the fight for fairness, dignity & respect at work."

The photo shows PCS President Bev Laidlaw alongside six other people with their fists raised, along with two PCS flags, standing on a pavement.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

125 caretakers, including those working within military bases and also the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (RFCA), face redundancy and the loss of their homes under plans being considered by the Ministry of Defence. Read the web article >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises the text PCS fights devastating MOD plan to scrap military base caretaker posts overlaid on a photo of a military base.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

PCS members who work in security at the National Gallery in London are furious over potentially discriminatory two-tier staff facilities and a failure to offer the same backpay as gallery colleagues. Find out more by reading the article >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic reads: CIS worker and PCS member at THE NATIONAL GALLERY "The lack of adequate space and quiet zones in an an already congested and stifling basement area one without windows or working air-conditioning affects our wellbeing."

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

PCS backs calls for Andy Burnham, the new prime minister, to introduce electronic balloting and end the 50% ballot threshold. Read the story >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic comprises a photo of PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote alongside the words:

New PM must end the ballot threshold and introduce e-balloting:

"Although we welcome many of the Employment Rights Act reforms, it is clear that it does not go far enough, particularly on sectoral collective bargaining and abolishing all anti-trade union laws," said PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote. “With a new prime minister and new cabinet, we must ensure that, as a collective, unions are demanding this legislation goes further and our rights fully restored.”

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

On strike for fairness, transparency and respect, is the message from PCS FCDO members taking their second day of action today in London and East Kilbride

The photo shows PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote holding a PCS flag, standing outside the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office in London alongside an PCS placard which reads PCS official picket.

The photo shows a banner outside the FCDO office in London which reads Strong message from strikers outside the FCDO building in London: PCS FCDO 2030 restructure on strike for fairness, transparency and respect, no compulsory redundancies, protecting jobs and public services.

The photo shows the PCS picket line outside the FCDO in London with strikers wearing hi-vis jackets and holding flags and placards.

The photo shows around 20 people wearing hi-vis jackets on the picket line outside the FCDO in East Kilbride holding PCS flags and placards stood on grass with a backdrop of trees.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

PCS members at the National Library of Wales have secured a significant win for their pensions. Following a resounding ‘yes’ in the strike ballot, managers at the National Library of Wales (NLW) have immediately backed down on proposed detriments to workers’ pensions. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows a U-turning arrow alongside the text Pensions U-turn after ballot result at National Library of Wales

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Read our round-up of union activity in the UK and from around the world, including maximum working temperatures, FCDO strike and repressed journalism in Israel. Get the details >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic shows two hands clasped in solidarity alongside the text: PCS union solidarity round-up 13-19 July.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

PCS members joined many thousands of people for the annual Durham Miners’ Gala on Saturday. Members of our young members’ network ran the PCS stall. Speakers called on the govt to change course to prevent the rise of Reform in our communities. Read our report >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The photo shows two PCS young members holding the PCS Young Members' Network banner as they march at the Durham Miners' Gala and in the background another banner which reads: Public and Commercial Services Union North West region - peace, equality, unity.

The photo shows the banner of the PCS Land Registry Durham Branch being held by two people on a road flanked by a number of people, some people carrying PCS flags.

The photo shows a banner which reads: the past we inherit, the future we build which is draped over the balcony of the Royal County Hotel as 14 dignitaries including PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote greet marchers as they walk past.

The photo shows thousands of people marching at Durham Miners' Gala.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote met our national young members committee ahead of Durham Miners' Gala this weekend and talked on a range of issues including how she got involved in activity and how important the young members' work is to our union.

The photo shows 7 people including Fran Heathcote and 6 members of the PCS Young Members' Committee stood around a table outside with a field behind them and the sun is shining.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

"Cut CO2 not jobs," was the message from PCS members at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and Defra who held a climate change rally in Westminster yesterday

The photo shows 11 people stood on a pavement holding placards and banners with a number of slogans, including fighting for real climate action and a just transition for all and good, green jobs start in DEZNZ.

The photo shows 16 people stood on a pavement in Whitehall holding various placards with slogans including cut Co2 not jobs, talking big on climate and nature but cutting our numbers - not cool, and no more climate austerity.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Come and say hello to PCS staff who will be at Civil Service Live at the Excel in London next Tuesday and Wednesday (14 and 15 July). www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The text reads: pcs at Civil Service LIVE Ready to recruit and engage London: 14-15 14 -15 JULY 2026 (Excel International Conference Centre)‎

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Dozens of protesters took to the streets of Westminster today to voice their anger over Capita's failed administration of the civil service pension scheme. #EndCapitaChaos #BringItInHouse Photo by Andy Aitchison. Read the web story >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The photo by Andy Aitchison shows around 30 protesters holding 11 placards with the words End Capita's Pensions Chaos, several PCS flags and two banners, one with the words Stop the Capita pensions chaos and another with the words PCS ARMs Greater London - Together We Are Stronger.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

In this week’s round-up of union activity in the UK and around the world: taxing the banks to cut bills, protesting Capita’s chronic pensions failings, gearing up for Durham Miners’ Gala and general strike called in Senegal >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises two hands clasped in solidarity above the text: union solidarity round-up 6-12 July

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Watch PCS Parliamentary Group Chair John McDonnell highlight in parliament the "near chaos" since the payment of civil service pensions was outsourced and call for the government to commit to returning the administration of civil service pensions to public control

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Dedicated workers abandoned in retirement to cope without pensions and with difficult circumstances share their experiences. Read the article which contains some distressing details >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/... #EndCapitaChaos #BringItInHouse

The image comprises a photo of Wendy alongside text which reads Wendy: Pain, fatigue and I'm getting old... but I can't afford to go part time. Stop the civil service pension chaos.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Read our round-up of union activity in the UK and around the world 🌏 including resident doctors in England voting to accept an offer on pay and jobs, leadership challenges, victory for Teesside call handlers and campaigns against EU outsourcing >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows two hands clasped in solidarity alongside the text PCS union solidarity round-up 29 June to 5 July.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Explanations and reassurances are needed for civilian staff working in the defence sector following the publication today of the government’s long-awaited defence investment plan. Read the PCS response >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The text reads PCS responds to defence investment plan announcement

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Andrew, a partially-retired civil servant at the National Highways, explains how Capita’s misadministration of the civil service pensions scheme has caused him extreme stress and financial hardship. Read his blog which contains some distressing details >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises a photo of Andrew Pollard who is wearing glasses and a beard alongside the text “I’ve borrowed some money off a friend to try and see me over, but they need that money back. Things are getting desperate.

“I run a smallholding here, so everyone - including the animals I look after - are suffering.” With footer text which reads Stop the civil service pension chaos.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

It has been a busy day for PCS at the #Chainmakers Festival in Cradley Heath. The annual event brings people together from across the country, to celebrate and commemorate the women chainmakers of Cradley Heath, and the wider trade union movement.

The photo shows 5 people stood behind a table which has 3 PCS flags attached to its front and the table is covered in PCS stickers, caps and leaflets. At the rear is the PCS Midlands banner and two more PCS flags hanging down.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Read playwright Ed Waugh explain the inspiration for his play The Cramlington Train Wreckers about the 1926 General Strike, which due to trade union support, including PCS and @nipsa.bsky.social will be performed on 8, 9 and 12 July. Find out more including venues >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises a photo of the playwright Ed Waugh who is smiling and wearing a black T-shirt alongside the quote: "The Cramlington Train Wreckers is an incredible story of working class unity, solidarity and community" - Ed Waugh, playwright

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

The PCS delegation has played an active role at the TUC LGBT+ Workers' Conference in Brighton this week. Pictured are full-time officer Laure Djida and PCS delegates Dave Magill, Fiona Brittle, Yemisi Ilesanmi, Eilonwy Awen and Liat Norris.

The photo shows a group of 6 people, including PCS full-time officer Laure Djida and PCS delegates to the TUC LGBT+ Workers' Conference Dave Magill, Fiona Brittle Yemisi ilesanmi, Eilonwy Awen and Liat Norris

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Retired or retiring civil servants who have been plunged into mental, physical and financial crises because of Capita’s mishandling of the civil service pension scheme share their stories. Read their stories and details of how you can keep up the pressure on govt >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises a photo of Ann who is wearing a blue top and has white hair, alongside text which reads: I constantly worry about money. My sleep is very poor and this in turn affects me physically. I am already on anti-depressants but Capita and my unpaid pension are always on my mind, night and day. It is exhausting and never ending. Beneath Ann's photo is the text Stop the civil service pension chaose.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Govt threatens to punish Capita if latest civil service pensions deadline is missed. Parliamentary secretary in the Cabinet Office Satvir Kaur told MPs during Cabinet Office questions on the crisis if Capita fails to deliver for scheme members by the end of June "all options will be considered."

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

DWP has announced today Service and Support Centre (SSC) closures in Motherwell, Glasgow, Derby, Hyde, Halifax, Torquay, Liverpool, Sunderland and Blackpool impacting thousands of staff. Read the story to find out more >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image contains the text PCS breaking news DWP announces mass office closure programme

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

A positive and productive Northern AGM was attended by PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote

The photo shows 15 people stood behind tables arranged in a U shape in a meeting room and 5 people are shown holding the PCS Northern Region banner.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Watch Jeannie powerfully explain to @itvnews.bsky.social the impact of the long delays on her family waiting for Capita to pay her late son Dean's death in service payment. #EndCapitaChaos #BringItInHouse

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Read our round-up of union activity in the UK and from around the world, including a major step for government insourcing and a landmark convention for platform workers >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows two hands clasped in solidarity alongside the text PCS union solidarity round-up 22-28 June

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

PCS members at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) have voted for strike action over a planned restructure, a failure to meaningfully consult with unions, and the refusal to guarantee no compulsory redundancies. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image comprises a photo of PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote alongside the text Strike vote at FCDO and the quote: "This is a clear and overwhelming message from FCDO staff. Every member who took part in this ballot and helped deliver such a strong result should feel proud of their determination to defend jobs, challenge unfairness and stand up for their colleagues.
"They will not stand by while jobs are cut, compulsory redundancies remain on the table and serious concerns about the fairness of this restructure go unanswered. There is still time for the department to listen to its workforce, pause this flawed process and engage meaningfully with PCS.”

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

"We need to come together and make the case for social security, for our NHS, for education, and against war," PCS General Secretary Fran Heathcote told an international conference against war on Saturday. Photo by Steve Eason. Find out more by reading Fran's blog >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The photo shows PCS General Secretary Fran Heatchote addressing the Stop The War Coalition International Conference Against War in London on 20 June. The lectern she is standing behind carries the words international conference and the photo contains a picture credit to the photographer Steve Eason.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

🌡️Red warning for heat – know your rights ☀️ A red weather warning has been issued for parts of the UK as temperatures soar. As we enter the summer proper after an incredibly warm spring, it’s important that PCS members are aware of their rights. Read the guidance >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows a woman sat at a desk with a fan switched on, nearly empty water bottle, empty glass and laptop and she is writing on a notepad while mopping her brow. At the bottom of the image is the text: working in hot weather know your rights.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

To mark #WindrushDay , Bill, a former civil servant and researcher who specialises in Black British history, writes about the mythology surrounding Empire Windrush and its passengers’ early experiences in workplaces and unions. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The graphic reads PCS honouring the past Windrush Day 2026 shaping the future read our blog.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

As the World Cup kicks off, for #RefugeeWeek on the PCS blog, Charlotte from Care4Calais reflects on the talent of a young Kurdish boy she's worked with. She also counters some myths and explains what you can do to show solidarity with refugees >>> www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows various silhouetted people carrying their belongings as they walk past a barbed wire fence with planet Earth partially visible as a backdrop. Alongside the imagery is the text: PCS Refugee Week 15-21 June and the word courage.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Read the new TUCG booklet which @johnmcdonnellmp.bsky.social states: "Demonstrates how the wealth and resources of our country can be redistributed and harnessed to tackle the high levels of poverty and inequality in our society." www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows buildings with scaffolding on the front cover of the Trade Union Coordinating Group booklet: restructuring the economy: towards a new alternative strategy, with a foreword by John McDonnell MP.

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Public and Commercial Services Union @pcsunion.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Read our round-up of union activity in the UK and from around the world, including Reform’s unforced error, massive walkouts at Sellafield and in local government, and the scandal of child labour. www.pcs.org.uk/news-events/...

The image shows two hands clasped in solidarity alongside the words PCS union solidarity round-up 15-21 June

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