Ahead of the Senedd election in May, Mike Clancy, our General Secretary, blasts Reform's manifesto.
"This is an all-out assault on our members in the public sector... The other theme is a total unwillingness to defer to evidence and expertise."
More ⬇️
www.linkedin.com/posts/mike-c...
Have your say on the future of the BBC 📻
If you are a BBC worker or a freelancer working in the creative industries who wants to shape the debate on the future of the BBC use our templates below and respond to the Government consultation on the BBC Charter Review 🔗
bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
How has AI impacted your work? 💾
Tell us about your experiences of AI at work in our short survey.
AI is already changing work in the creative industries and workers should not just be left to deal with the consequences alone 🖥️
www.surveymonkey.com/r/23NHLBD
Freelancers, this one is for you!📣
Apply now for a free ticket to this year's #FutureOfTheatre conference, in association with Arts Council England ⭐
Find out more 👉https://www.thestage.co.uk/future-freelance-tickets
The BBC Charter Review consultation closes on 10 May so make sure if you are a freelancer in the creative industries or a BBC worker to use our letter templates below on the link to have your say on the future of the BBC 🗓️
Have your say: bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
The BBC Charter Review consultation closes on 10 May so make sure if you are a freelancer in the creative industries or a BBC worker to use our letter templates below on the link to have your say on the future of the BBC 🗓️
Have your say: bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
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Save the date, Prospect is supporting the Together march in central London on Saturday 28 March.
Join us to reject racism and discrimination, build solidarity, and unite against the far right.
We’ll share details soon on how to join the trade union section under the Prospect banner.
Have your say on the future of the BBC 📻
If you are a BBC worker or a freelancer working in the creative industries who wants to shape the debate on the future of the BBC use our templates below and respond to the Government consultation on the BBC Charter Review 🔗
bectu.org.uk/bbc-charter-...
Bectu: proposed BBC cuts will damage its ability to fulfil vital function @bectu.bsky.social
www.tvbeurope.com/business/bec...
The BBC’s announcement of further cuts as part of its restructuring plan will be deeply concerning for our members.
Cuts of this scale risk undermining both the workforce and the BBC’s ability to fulfil its vital public service mission.
Read our response: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
Our General Secretary Mike Clancy was on the BBC's Politics Live this afternoon to discuss the Employment Rights Act.
Watch a clip from the interview here:
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Spread the word 🎬
New to Bectu? If you join this Heart Unions week 9-15 Feb 2026 you get three months free membership just use the code HUW26.
It's never been a better time to join a union.
Our main event for #HeartUnions week is tonight at Porter's in Cardiff, 7pm.
Let's talk Artificial Intelligence.
Please register to get a welcome drink for FREE:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dewch-i-dr...
@bectu.bsky.social @equityuk.bsky.social @wearethemu.bsky.social @writersguildgb.bsky.social
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Next week is ♥️ Unions week where we celebrate everything Bectu.
New members get their first three months of membership free when they join 9-15 February.
Spread the word with someone who is thinking of joining Bectu and spread the love ♥️
9.2.26 1900-2100 #HeartUnions Discussion on #AI.
An opportunity to network :One free drink for everyone who registers in advance through the Eventbrite link!
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dewch-i-dr...
@bectu.bsky.social @equityuk.bsky.social @wearethemu.bsky.social @writersguildgb.bsky.social
Great Guardian piece on the growing role of intimacy coordinators and how they make film & TV sets safer and more inclusive: www.theguardian.com/film/2026/ja...
Did you know the UK has a Bectu-managed registry and best-practice guidance?
bectu.org.uk/intimacy-coo...
@directors-uk.bsky.social @dacs.org.uk @alcs.co.uk
We’re deeply frustrated that the government has missed its own deadline to appoint a Freelance Champion. Freelancers power the UK’s creative industries yet once again their voices risk being sidelined. We need action, not delay. Freelancers deserve proper representation now. bit.ly/49xAVVM
If you purchase Bectu Extra membership over the Christmas Office closure period you will not receive your certificate until the office reopens, and if you need to contact us regarding your Bectu Extra membership you will need to do so when the office reopens.
A huge shoutout to all the Bectu members working over the festive season 🌲
The Bectu/Prospect offices will be closed from 4pm on 24 December 2025 and re-open at 8:30am on 5 January 2026 🗓️
It's been another busy year for Bectu members, we launched the largest-ever survey of behind-the-scenes creative workers and got some big union wins 📢
Read Head of Bectu @philippachilds.bsky.social review of 2025 🎄 bectu.org.uk/news/a-revie...
The Employment Rights Bill passing is great news but we recognise that many creative freelancers will not feel the benefits.
We will continue to campaign for improved rights for all creative workers including freelancers & the self-employed.
New paper out today: How can we provide income security for the self-employed?
Pleasure to work with @communityunion.bsky.social @prospectunion.bsky.social @bectu.bsky.social
This paper sets out potential solutions for this vital group of people
The Self-care briefing from @thefabians.bsky.social sets out practical steps to improve income security for the UK’s 4.4m self-employed workers.
Freelancers deserve real protections on sick pay, parental leave & retirement.
📄 Read more in @labourlist.bsky.social: labourlist.org/2025/12/work...
The UK screen industry responds to the Budget Statement
www.tvbeurope.com/business/the...
Bectu's Winter Budget reaction 🚨
This Budget was always going to be difficult, and while we are pleased to see action for those on the lowest incomes, the government has once again largely overlooked self-employed and freelance workers.
Read more ⬇️
bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
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Today marks the start of Union Week 🚨
Join Bectu this week and get your first three months of membership free by clicking our link in bio 🎬
We’ve written to the Culture Secretary & Chair of the BBC Board, calling for Robbie Gibb’s removal from the board. Many BBC staff are concerned that he is a block to the BBC maintaining its chartered objective of independence. Read more here: bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-c...
Join us for our Christmas Networking Night - a festive get-together for freelancers across #TV, #Film and #BrandedContent.
In partnership with @bectu.bsky.social & @filmtvcharity.bsky.social
Register here: www.thetalentmanager.com/courses/694/...
Tim Davie has led the BBC through challenging times and we thank him for his work.
As the BBC approaches the Charter renewal process, it’s vital his successor is committed to public service broadcasting and will champion it's mission, values, and political independence.
bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
