2026 AGM – Tues 24 FEB


👀 Key Details

Tuesday 24th February

13:00-13:40, The Beckford Bar, Lower Ground Floor, Senate House 

 Refreshments: pastries, fruit, and hot drinks. 

After collecting your refreshments, head to… 

13:00 – 13:45, G42 Powell Lecture Theatre, Physics Building 

Sign in, collect some merch, get seated, and catch up with colleagues 

13:45 – 16:30, G42 Powell Lecture Theatre, Physics Building and Online 

AGM

  • Chat and refreshments from 1 3:00, business kicks off at 13:45. Aiming to wrap up at 16:30. Social at Zero Degrees from 17:00.
  • In person: G42 Powell Lecture Theatre, Physics Building
  • Online: via Teams (see email or ask a branch activist for Teams link)
  • The meeting will also be recorded (but those watching back will not be able to vote)
  • You should be allowed time off work to attend. If you experience any issues requesting this, contact the branch
  • If you require any accessibility adjustments, please contact the branch to discuss your requirements
  • Pastries and refreshments will be provided for a range of dietary requirements (no need to order ahead)

🤔 What is the AGM? 

Feeling inspired after our first round of strikes? Our Annual General Meeting is the perfect place to channel that energy!

It is your opportunity to elect your branch activists and agree policy, priorities, and finances for 2026.

You can also ask questions, meet like-minded colleagues, and learn more about union activities in this year’s keynote workshop, ‘UNISON 101 – understanding and getting active in your union’. 

All members are strongly encouraged to attend!

Full information including the agenda, voting information, roles and candidates for election and motions for debate can be found in the UoB UNISON AGM 2026 PACK 

📆 The AGENDA

Time Item  Responsibility 
13:00-13:40 Refreshments served The Beckford Bar, Lower Ground Floor, Senate House   
13:00-13:45 Arrival and sign in G42 Powell Lecture Theatre, Physics Building   
13:45 prompt Welcome and introductions  Chair 
13:50  Workshop: Understanding and Getting Involved in Your Union  Mark Everden 
14:35 Branch Secretaries’ Annual Report   Branch Secretaries  
14:50 Branch Finances Financial report 2025 Budget 2026 Approval of Audit   Treasurer    Chair 
15:05  Presentation: Thompsons Legal Services Emily Newman 
15:20 Comfort break Thomsons reps will be available for questions after their presentation  
15:30 Branch Elections Ratification of uncontested posts Vacant posts and nominations from the floor  Chair 
16:10 Branch Action Plan Vote through Organising Framework priorities  Chair 
16:20 Motions and Rule Changes London Peace Conference resolution   Create a Student Union Officer Position on Branch Committee Chair 
16:30 Closing summary and AGM closure Branch Secs and Chair 
Post AGM Social (Zero Degrees)  Table booked from 17:00. Join us to unwind and have a natter!   All welcome!