[This information is accurate as of 26th March 2026.]
Local hardship fund: donations
You can donate electronically using these details: Unity Trust Bank, Account number: 20393700, Sort code: 60 83 01, Name: UCU Essex LA020 Strike Fund.
Further donations are always much appreciated!
Applying for financial support for industrial action
We have called for strike action 12th-19th February, 5th-11th March and 16th-19th March (inclusive: 15 working days in total). The local and national hardship funds will be available to members taking strike action, and we have approved an exceptional increase in the hardship pay we are offering for this period of strike action: click here for further details and how to apply.