This year marks an important point in our union calendar, as all union representative roles (apart from the General Secretary, President and Vice President) will be open for re-election for the new term beginning on 1 January 2027.

Representatives are the foundation of our union. You are the people on the ground—supporting colleagues in their workplaces, giving members a voice, and ensuring that issues are heard and addressed across sites, departments and regions. Your role is vital in strengthening our union and protecting the interests of all members.

As we approach this election cycle, we hope to see some new representatives nominated, and we also hope many of our existing reps will stand again and build on the excellent work already being delivered.

We particularly encourage members in areas where we currently have limited or no representation, such as the West of England, South-West, Wales, and Anglia, to consider putting themselves forward. Becoming a union representative is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference for your colleagues.

Key Dates (High-Level Overview)

• 1 September 2026 – Nominations open for NEC and Area Representative roles
• 30 September 2026 – NEC nominations close
• October 2026 – Elections take place where there is more than one candidate
• 1 January 2027 – Newly elected representatives take up their positions

There will be regular updates, guidance and support shared in the coming months via email and our e-mag, to help both existing and new candidates through the process.

If you would like more information on becoming an Advance Union Rep, please contact keith@advance-union.org

To view our existing reps and their locations, click here