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If you care about improving equality + fairness in tech, this webinar is for you. 👇 👇
Join us online on 11th February to unpack this crucial question: what needs to change to achieve real gender equality in tech?
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🗓️ 11 Feb
🕟 6pm
Join us online on 11th February to unpack this crucial question: what needs to change to achieve real gender equality in tech?
🔗 Register to be part of the conversation ➡️https://bit.ly/3NUxAJr
🗓️ 11 Feb
🕟 6pm
February 4, 2026 at 10:27 AM
If you care about improving equality + fairness in tech, this webinar is for you. 👇 👇
Join us online on 11th February to unpack this crucial question: what needs to change to achieve real gender equality in tech?
🔗 Register to be part of the conversation ➡️https://bit.ly/3NUxAJr
🗓️ 11 Feb
🕟 6pm
Join us online on 11th February to unpack this crucial question: what needs to change to achieve real gender equality in tech?
🔗 Register to be part of the conversation ➡️https://bit.ly/3NUxAJr
🗓️ 11 Feb
🕟 6pm
Companies participating in future auctions for offshore wind contracts will need to sign up to a new Fair Work Charter, developed jointly between industry and unions.
It's a blueprint for creating good jobs in renewables and we must build on it, says Prospect.
prospect.org.uk/news/fair-wo...
It's a blueprint for creating good jobs in renewables and we must build on it, says Prospect.
prospect.org.uk/news/fair-wo...
Fair Work Charter is ‘blueprint’ for creation of good jobs in renewables
The government has announced that companies seeking to participate in future auctions for offshore wind...
prospect.org.uk
February 4, 2026 at 9:58 AM
Companies participating in future auctions for offshore wind contracts will need to sign up to a new Fair Work Charter, developed jointly between industry and unions.
It's a blueprint for creating good jobs in renewables and we must build on it, says Prospect.
prospect.org.uk/news/fair-wo...
It's a blueprint for creating good jobs in renewables and we must build on it, says Prospect.
prospect.org.uk/news/fair-wo...
⏳🚨 Our Future of Women in Tech event is just over a week away. Don’t miss it!
If you care about equality, fairness snd real change in tech, this one’s for you.
Register: prospect-org-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#GenderEquality #TechWorkers
If you care about equality, fairness snd real change in tech, this one’s for you.
Register: prospect-org-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#GenderEquality #TechWorkers
February 2, 2026 at 3:11 PM
⏳🚨 Our Future of Women in Tech event is just over a week away. Don’t miss it!
If you care about equality, fairness snd real change in tech, this one’s for you.
Register: prospect-org-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#GenderEquality #TechWorkers
If you care about equality, fairness snd real change in tech, this one’s for you.
Register: prospect-org-uk.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#GenderEquality #TechWorkers
🚨 Prospect members at London Museum vote to take industrial action over pay.
Our members have worked tirelessly for the Museum as it seeks to open its new flagship site. The offer which has been imposed is poor reward for such dedication and shows how undervalued by their employer our members are.
Our members have worked tirelessly for the Museum as it seeks to open its new flagship site. The offer which has been imposed is poor reward for such dedication and shows how undervalued by their employer our members are.
London Museum members vote to take industrial action
Prospect members working for London Museum have voted overwhelmingly to take industrial action, including strike...
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February 2, 2026 at 2:36 PM
🚨 Prospect members at London Museum vote to take industrial action over pay.
Our members have worked tirelessly for the Museum as it seeks to open its new flagship site. The offer which has been imposed is poor reward for such dedication and shows how undervalued by their employer our members are.
Our members have worked tirelessly for the Museum as it seeks to open its new flagship site. The offer which has been imposed is poor reward for such dedication and shows how undervalued by their employer our members are.
Proposed cuts at the Science and Technology Facilities Council would be counterproductive and damaging. Plans to slash funding risk undermining UK science capability and long-term growth.
Proposed cuts at STFC “counterproductive and damaging”
Research Professional has reported that staff at the UK’s Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) have...
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January 30, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Proposed cuts at the Science and Technology Facilities Council would be counterproductive and damaging. Plans to slash funding risk undermining UK science capability and long-term growth.
Following an update from the Cabinet Office, we have written to members affected by the Civil Service Pension scheme delays.
Around 8,500 recently retired civil servants are still waiting for their pensions to begin, and many are experiencing serious delays and hardship.
Around 8,500 recently retired civil servants are still waiting for their pensions to begin, and many are experiencing serious delays and hardship.
Cabinet Office update on Civil Service pension scheme delays
The Cabinet Office has provided an update on the serious problems affecting the administration of the Civil Service...
prospect.org.uk
January 29, 2026 at 11:39 AM
Following an update from the Cabinet Office, we have written to members affected by the Civil Service Pension scheme delays.
Around 8,500 recently retired civil servants are still waiting for their pensions to begin, and many are experiencing serious delays and hardship.
Around 8,500 recently retired civil servants are still waiting for their pensions to begin, and many are experiencing serious delays and hardship.
Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy has been appointed to the government’s new AI and Future of Work advisory panel.
He’ll be bringing workers’ voices into discussions on how AI is reshaping jobs, skills and the future economy.
Read more on our website ➡️ prospect.org.uk/news/governm...
He’ll be bringing workers’ voices into discussions on how AI is reshaping jobs, skills and the future economy.
Read more on our website ➡️ prospect.org.uk/news/governm...
Government appoints Mike Clancy to new AI and future of work panel
Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy has been appointed by the government to serve on a new expert advisory...
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January 28, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy has been appointed to the government’s new AI and Future of Work advisory panel.
He’ll be bringing workers’ voices into discussions on how AI is reshaping jobs, skills and the future economy.
Read more on our website ➡️ prospect.org.uk/news/governm...
He’ll be bringing workers’ voices into discussions on how AI is reshaping jobs, skills and the future economy.
Read more on our website ➡️ prospect.org.uk/news/governm...
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What's even worse than a pension scheme not paying retiring members any money for months and months? A pension scheme that doesn't even know how many retired members it hasn't paid any money to for months and months.
The government does not know how many members of the Civil Service Pension Scheme are awaiting delayed retirement quotations or pension payments since the scheme transferred to Capita.
“This looks to be one of the biggest scandals in the pensions industry in a decade." @stevetprospect.bsky.social
“This looks to be one of the biggest scandals in the pensions industry in a decade." @stevetprospect.bsky.social
Civil Service Pension Scheme: Union slams ‘shameful’ lack of insight into late payments
‘This is a real scandal’, warns Prospect, as POA adds to growing calls for urgent action
www.civilserviceworld.com
January 22, 2026 at 1:16 PM
What's even worse than a pension scheme not paying retiring members any money for months and months? A pension scheme that doesn't even know how many retired members it hasn't paid any money to for months and months.
The government does not know how many members of the Civil Service Pension Scheme are awaiting delayed retirement quotations or pension payments since the scheme transferred to Capita.
“This looks to be one of the biggest scandals in the pensions industry in a decade." @stevetprospect.bsky.social
“This looks to be one of the biggest scandals in the pensions industry in a decade." @stevetprospect.bsky.social
Civil Service Pension Scheme: Union slams ‘shameful’ lack of insight into late payments
‘This is a real scandal’, warns Prospect, as POA adds to growing calls for urgent action
www.civilserviceworld.com
January 22, 2026 at 12:46 PM
The government does not know how many members of the Civil Service Pension Scheme are awaiting delayed retirement quotations or pension payments since the scheme transferred to Capita.
“This looks to be one of the biggest scandals in the pensions industry in a decade." @stevetprospect.bsky.social
“This looks to be one of the biggest scandals in the pensions industry in a decade." @stevetprospect.bsky.social
We welcome the Government's £1.5bn arts & museums funding package.
“Our culture is not just about artefacts, sites and buildings but about the people who bring it to life. This sector is facing an ongoing and intractable crisis in pay and retention which has to be addressed.”
“Our culture is not just about artefacts, sites and buildings but about the people who bring it to life. This sector is facing an ongoing and intractable crisis in pay and retention which has to be addressed.”
Museums must reach all parts of UK, says Nandy as £1.5bn of arts funding announced
Culture secretary says national institutions will receive £600m but they must extend influence outside London
www.theguardian.com
January 22, 2026 at 10:50 AM
We welcome the Government's £1.5bn arts & museums funding package.
“Our culture is not just about artefacts, sites and buildings but about the people who bring it to life. This sector is facing an ongoing and intractable crisis in pay and retention which has to be addressed.”
“Our culture is not just about artefacts, sites and buildings but about the people who bring it to life. This sector is facing an ongoing and intractable crisis in pay and retention which has to be addressed.”
There are already thousands of ‘doers’ in government, who have specialist in-demand skills in areas like science, data and procurement. These people are frequently underpaid, undervalued and vital to on-the-ground delivery.
Our response to the PM's Chief Secretary's speech on civil service reform.
Our response to the PM's Chief Secretary's speech on civil service reform.
Starmer’s chief secretary reveals plans to bust ‘the sludge’ in Whitehall
Under-performing civil servants will be sacked and taskforces brought in to solve problems, says Darren Jones
www.theguardian.com
January 21, 2026 at 10:59 AM
There are already thousands of ‘doers’ in government, who have specialist in-demand skills in areas like science, data and procurement. These people are frequently underpaid, undervalued and vital to on-the-ground delivery.
Our response to the PM's Chief Secretary's speech on civil service reform.
Our response to the PM's Chief Secretary's speech on civil service reform.
Today, the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister gave a speech on civil service reform. Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy asked Darren Jones how the government plans to attract and retain specialist talent in the public sector.
Darren Jones: Delivery experience will be hardwired into hiring process for senior officials
Chief secretary to PM also says better productivity is the 'route' to improving pay for lower grades
www.civilserviceworld.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Today, the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister gave a speech on civil service reform. Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy asked Darren Jones how the government plans to attract and retain specialist talent in the public sector.
❓What needs to change to achieve real gender equality in tech?
Join Prospect union and BCS The Chartered Institute for IT, for a webinar on the future of women in tech ➡️ lnkd.in/eu8TAH2r
🗣️Speakers include Jo Stansfield, Kate Bell, Maria Torres-Quevedo and Jenny Andrew.
🔒Secure your spot TODAY.
Join Prospect union and BCS The Chartered Institute for IT, for a webinar on the future of women in tech ➡️ lnkd.in/eu8TAH2r
🗣️Speakers include Jo Stansfield, Kate Bell, Maria Torres-Quevedo and Jenny Andrew.
🔒Secure your spot TODAY.
January 19, 2026 at 5:10 PM
❓What needs to change to achieve real gender equality in tech?
Join Prospect union and BCS The Chartered Institute for IT, for a webinar on the future of women in tech ➡️ lnkd.in/eu8TAH2r
🗣️Speakers include Jo Stansfield, Kate Bell, Maria Torres-Quevedo and Jenny Andrew.
🔒Secure your spot TODAY.
Join Prospect union and BCS The Chartered Institute for IT, for a webinar on the future of women in tech ➡️ lnkd.in/eu8TAH2r
🗣️Speakers include Jo Stansfield, Kate Bell, Maria Torres-Quevedo and Jenny Andrew.
🔒Secure your spot TODAY.
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I've just spent a genuinely uplifting hour chatting about ED&I with our magnificent @prospectunion.bsky.social organiser.
It's one of the things which continues to give me a glimmer (I had to check the spelling twice there) of hope.
It's one of the things which continues to give me a glimmer (I had to check the spelling twice there) of hope.
January 15, 2026 at 12:53 AM
I've just spent a genuinely uplifting hour chatting about ED&I with our magnificent @prospectunion.bsky.social organiser.
It's one of the things which continues to give me a glimmer (I had to check the spelling twice there) of hope.
It's one of the things which continues to give me a glimmer (I had to check the spelling twice there) of hope.
A record 8.4GW of renewable energy has been secured in the latest round of government auctions for offshore contracts, just a month after Prospect and industry bodies had called for an uplift in the government’s budget.
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Record offshore contracts auction follows Prospect’s call for greater ambition
A record 8.4GW of renewable energy has been secured in the latest round of government auctions for offshore...
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January 14, 2026 at 11:02 AM
A record 8.4GW of renewable energy has been secured in the latest round of government auctions for offshore contracts, just a month after Prospect and industry bodies had called for an uplift in the government’s budget.
Read more:
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Prospect members at the Atomic Weapons Establishment are to vote on industrial action over a botched restructure at the organisation that builds and maintains the UK’s nuclear deterrent.
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AWE members to vote on industrial action over botched restructure
Prospect members at the Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) are to vote on industrial action after a litany of...
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January 13, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Prospect members at the Atomic Weapons Establishment are to vote on industrial action over a botched restructure at the organisation that builds and maintains the UK’s nuclear deterrent.
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Along with other civil service unions, we have written to the Cabinet Office calling for urgent action on pension scheme administration and delays to pension payments since the transfer to Capita.
Civil service trade unions call for urgent action on pensions
Prospect and the other members of the National Trade Union Committee have written to the Cabinet Office to demand...
prospect.org.uk
January 13, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Along with other civil service unions, we have written to the Cabinet Office calling for urgent action on pension scheme administration and delays to pension payments since the transfer to Capita.
As the year draws to a close, here's a snapshot of what Prospect and @bectu.bsky.social have delivered this year.
December 24, 2025 at 1:22 PM
As the year draws to a close, here's a snapshot of what Prospect and @bectu.bsky.social have delivered this year.
Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy reflects on 2025 and picks some sector highlights.
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Season's greetings to everyone!
Special thanks to members working through the festive period, from air traffic controllers, to power engineers, to theatre and museum staff.
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Season's greetings to everyone!
Special thanks to members working through the festive period, from air traffic controllers, to power engineers, to theatre and museum staff.
December 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancy reflects on 2025 and picks some sector highlights.
prospect.org.uk/news/prospec...
Season's greetings to everyone!
Special thanks to members working through the festive period, from air traffic controllers, to power engineers, to theatre and museum staff.
prospect.org.uk/news/prospec...
Season's greetings to everyone!
Special thanks to members working through the festive period, from air traffic controllers, to power engineers, to theatre and museum staff.
👉 Encouraging more girls into STEM isn't enough if women are later pushed out by unsustainable working practices.
👉 Addressing gender inequality in the tech industry will require more than encouragement or skills pipelines. It demands structural change.
👉 Addressing gender inequality in the tech industry will require more than encouragement or skills pipelines. It demands structural change.
December 19, 2025 at 10:42 AM
👉 Encouraging more girls into STEM isn't enough if women are later pushed out by unsustainable working practices.
👉 Addressing gender inequality in the tech industry will require more than encouragement or skills pipelines. It demands structural change.
👉 Addressing gender inequality in the tech industry will require more than encouragement or skills pipelines. It demands structural change.
1/ The government’s new Women in Tech Taskforce is a welcome step but its success will depend on tackling workplace culture, excessive hours and insecure “voluntary” opt-outs from working time protections.
December 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM
1/ The government’s new Women in Tech Taskforce is a welcome step but its success will depend on tackling workplace culture, excessive hours and insecure “voluntary” opt-outs from working time protections.
The Employment Rights Bill is now the Employment Rights Act, bringing a host of new rights for workers and trade unions.This is a historic moment and we’re proud to have played our part, working with the govt & other political parties to strengthen the law and ensure it works for our members.
December 16, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The Employment Rights Bill is now the Employment Rights Act, bringing a host of new rights for workers and trade unions.This is a historic moment and we’re proud to have played our part, working with the govt & other political parties to strengthen the law and ensure it works for our members.
Reform’s plans to cut 68,000 civil service jobs would damage our vital public services.
Read our General Secretary's response.
Read our General Secretary's response.
Reform’s civil service cuts would damage vital public services
Mike Clancy, General Secretary of Prospect, responding to reports in The Sun that Reform UK is planning to cut 68k...
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December 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Reform’s plans to cut 68,000 civil service jobs would damage our vital public services.
Read our General Secretary's response.
Read our General Secretary's response.
On the Lords blocking the Employment Rights Bill, Prospect General Secretary, Mike Clancy says: "The behaviour of the House of Lords can no longer be seen as constructive scrutiny and increasingly looks like cynical wrecking tactics..."
Read our full response:
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Read our full response:
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Prospect slams House of Lords for “cynical wrecking tactics” on Employment Rights Bill
Prospect has called out the House of Lords for its “cynical wrecking tactics” after the upper chamber voted to...
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December 11, 2025 at 11:49 AM
On the Lords blocking the Employment Rights Bill, Prospect General Secretary, Mike Clancy says: "The behaviour of the House of Lords can no longer be seen as constructive scrutiny and increasingly looks like cynical wrecking tactics..."
Read our full response:
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Read our full response:
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Congratulations to the heritage team and branch who have been resolute and in the room, but with a mandate to leave and escalate ,to deliver improved offers that have been overwhelmingly endorsed by members across BL sites.
🚨 Prospect secures improved pay deal at the British Library.
After rejecting two offers and preparing for industrial action, members have voted to accept a 3.8% pay rise plus structural changes to improve progression for lowest grades.
After rejecting two offers and preparing for industrial action, members have voted to accept a 3.8% pay rise plus structural changes to improve progression for lowest grades.
Prospect secures improved pay deal at British Library
Prospect has secured an improved pay deal for its members working at the British Library. After rejecting two...
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December 9, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Congratulations to the heritage team and branch who have been resolute and in the room, but with a mandate to leave and escalate ,to deliver improved offers that have been overwhelmingly endorsed by members across BL sites.