Andy Pike’s appointment to the Teaching Council is powerful demonstration that the voice of education workers represented by Fórsa has grown significantly in recent years. 

A tense stand-off over the future of remote work between union officials and civil service management resulted in a win for workers. Following a high-profile confrontation, staff were granted permission to maintain their current remote work arrangements while consultations unfold. 

A second local bargaining claim is being prepared.  It will relate to members working in roles which are grades 4 to 7, including executive officers, administrative officers, and higher executive officers.  

The Disability Matters Working Group has provided recommendations for fulfilling motions passed at national conference on disabilities. Following NEC approval these will now be put into action.

Winners of the inaugural Fórsa Members’ Awards took part in a unique leadership course, the first of its kind to be organised by the union. Participants reflect on what they learned about the nature of leadership.

Seamus Dooley, of the National Union of Journalists, reviews Kieran Rose’s recent publication, released by Fórsa at the launch of our LGBTQIA+ network in late 2024. The network will meet on 20th February. Members who wish to attend should register here.

Artificial Intelligence, digital platforms and tools are evolving all the time. Support and information is available from Fórsa’s Digital Director.