Certification Officer: forthcoming hearings

Cases due to be heard by the Certification Officer.

McGaughey & Blake v University and College Union (hearing day 2): 3 March 2026

The applicants made seven complaints under section 108A of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, that the union had breached its rules in relation to the appointment or election of a person to an office of the Union.

Nesbitt and NASUWT: 17 & 18 March 2026

The applicant has made 9 complaints under section 108A of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, that the union had breached its rules in relation to the 2025 election of the General Secretary.

Rawlins and British Medical Association: 30 and 31 March 2026

The applicant made one complaint under section 108A of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, that the union had breached its rules in relation to the constitution or proceedings of a decision-making meeting and/or the balloting of members.

Barnes & Dench and TSSA

The applicants have made two complaints under section 108A of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, that the union had breached its rules relating to the 2025 elections for the posts of National President and Treasurer.

Devine and Unite the Union

The applicant made one complaint under section 108A of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, that the union had breached its rule in relation to disciplinary proceedings.

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