Welcome to the
CWU Lancs & Cumbria Branch
Our branch represents CWU members across Lancs and Cumbria regions who work in communications, IT and financial sectors. We work to provide our members with:
- Protection at Work
- Better Pay and Conditions
- A Voice That Matters
Representing Communication Workers Across The Lancs & Cumbria Regions
The Communications Workers Union (CWU) is the leading voice for workers across the UK’s communications sectors.
Representing over 180,000 members, the CWU fights to protect jobs, improve working conditions, and deliver fair pay and benefits for workers in industries including telecoms, IT, communications engineering and financial services.
Who We Represent
Our members work across a wide range of companies and roles, including:
- BT Group (Openreach, EE, BT Consumer, BT Technology)
- Virgin Media O2 Capita, Vodafone, and other major communications providers
- Financial services and related support roles
Whether you're in field engineering, call centres, or corporate IT, the CWU is here to ensure your voice is heard and your rights are respected.
Why Join the CWU?
Becoming a CWU member means more than just joining a union — it means joining a movement. Here are some of the key benefits:
Protection at Work
Expert legal representation in case of disciplinary hearings, unfair dismissal, or workplace disputes. Advice and support from experienced union reps who understand your industry. Representation in grievances, redundancy processes, and negotiations.
Better Pay and Conditions
The CWU negotiates directly with employers to secure fair pay rises, better terms and conditions, and safer workplaces. Strong union membership = stronger bargaining power.
A Voice That Matters
Through collective action and democratic decision-making, you help shape the future of your workplace. Regular member meetings, national ballots, and policy forums give you a say in how the union operates.
Legal and Financial Support
Free or discounted access to legal advice on employment and some non-work issues. Free will-writing service for members. Financial support in times of crisis through union funds or affiliated organisations.
Training and Development
Opportunities for training and education in union work, health & safety, equality, and leadership. Build your confidence and skills through courses and workshops supported by the CWU.
Solidarity and Community
Be part of a wider movement standing for justice, equality, and workers’ rights. CWU supports broader campaigns on climate, anti-racism, digital rights, and public services.
Follow Us On Social Media
We post new content and updates on our social accounts nearly every day.
If you would like to keep up to date with updates from our branch, follow our Social Media accounts today!
Equality
The Lancs and Cumbria Branch follow the ethos that all people should be treated equally.
Safety
The branch has a very active interest in Health and Safety. We take the view that our members are precious.
Politics
We have a Political Fund which members recently overwhelmingly voted to retain and our voice in politics.
The Leading Voice for Communications Workers, working in the Lancs and Cumbria Regions.
