Bectu
@bectu.bsky.social
Official Bectu Union account: linktr.ee/bectu
We're dedicated to supporting staff & freelancers across the creative industries. A sector of Prospect Union.
We're dedicated to supporting staff & freelancers across the creative industries. A sector of Prospect Union.
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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:
Watch a clip from the interview here:
February 10, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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:
Watch a clip from the interview here:
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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.
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.
February 9, 2026 at 12:13 PM
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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.
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.
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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
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
Dewch i drafod Deallusrwydd Artiffisial/ Let's Talk Artificial Intelligence
Sesiwn banel ar Ddeallusrwydd Artiffisial a chyfle i rwydweithio/ Panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence and a chance to network.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
February 9, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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
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
Next week is β₯οΈ 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 β₯οΈ
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 β₯οΈ
February 5, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Next week is β₯οΈ 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 β₯οΈ
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 β₯οΈ
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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
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
Dewch i drafod Deallusrwydd Artiffisial/ Let's Talk Artificial Intelligence
Sesiwn banel ar Ddeallusrwydd Artiffisial a chyfle i rwydweithio/ Panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence and a chance to network.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 8:58 AM
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
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...
Did you know the UK has a Bectu-managed registry and best-practice guidance?
bectu.org.uk/intimacy-coo...
January 13, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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...
Did you know the UK has a Bectu-managed registry and best-practice guidance?
bectu.org.uk/intimacy-coo...
January 12, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Weβre deeply frustrated that the government has missed its own deadline to appoint a Freelance Champion. Freelancers power the UKβs creative industries yet once again their voices risk being sidelined. We need action, not delay. Freelancers deserve proper representation now. bit.ly/49xAVVM
UK Unions Criticize Government Over Freelance Champion Delay
Bectu has criticized Lisa Nandy and the UK goverment for not appointing a Freelance Champion before Christmas in 2025.
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January 12, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Weβre deeply frustrated that the government has missed its own deadline to appoint a Freelance Champion. Freelancers power the UKβs 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.
December 23, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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 π²
The Bectu/Prospect offices will be closed from 4pm on 24 December 2025 and re-open at 8:30am on 5 January 2026 ποΈ
The Bectu/Prospect offices will be closed from 4pm on 24 December 2025 and re-open at 8:30am on 5 January 2026 ποΈ
December 23, 2025 at 11:06 AM
A huge shoutout to all the Bectu members working over the festive season π²
The Bectu/Prospect offices will be closed from 4pm on 24 December 2025 and re-open at 8:30am on 5 January 2026 ποΈ
The Bectu/Prospect offices will be closed from 4pm on 24 December 2025 and re-open at 8:30am on 5 January 2026 ποΈ
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 π’
Read Head of Bectu @philippachilds.bsky.social review of 2025 π bectu.org.uk/news/a-revie...
Read Head of Bectu @philippachilds.bsky.social review of 2025 π bectu.org.uk/news/a-revie...
December 18, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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 π’
Read Head of Bectu @philippachilds.bsky.social review of 2025 π bectu.org.uk/news/a-revie...
Read Head of Bectu @philippachilds.bsky.social review of 2025 π 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.
We will continue to campaign for improved rights for all creative workers including freelancers & the self-employed.
The Employment Rights Bill is now the Employment Rights Act, bringing a host of new rights for workers and trade unions.This is a historic moment and weβre proud to have played our part, working with the govt & other political parties to strengthen the law and ensure it works for our members.
December 16, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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.
We will continue to campaign for improved rights for all creative workers including freelancers & the self-employed.
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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
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
December 11, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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
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 UKβs 4.4m self-employed workers.
Freelancers deserve real protections on sick pay, parental leave & retirement.
π Read more in @labourlist.bsky.social: labourlist.org/2025/12/work...
Freelancers deserve real protections on sick pay, parental leave & retirement.
π Read more in @labourlist.bsky.social: labourlist.org/2025/12/work...
'The governmentβs workersβ rights agenda must include self-employed people too' - LabourList
The governmentβs Employment Rights Bill will boost employee protections, but millions of self-employed workers risk being left behind.
labourlist.org
December 11, 2025 at 9:49 AM
The Self-care briefing from @thefabians.bsky.social sets out practical steps to improve income security for the UKβs 4.4m self-employed workers.
Freelancers deserve real protections on sick pay, parental leave & retirement.
π Read more in @labourlist.bsky.social: labourlist.org/2025/12/work...
Freelancers deserve real protections on sick pay, parental leave & retirement.
π Read more in @labourlist.bsky.social: labourlist.org/2025/12/work...
Bectu's Winter Budget reaction π¨
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 β¬οΈ
bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
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 β¬οΈ
bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
Bectu responds to todayβs Winter Budget announcement
Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said reacting to todayβs Winter Budget:
βThis Budget was always...
bectu.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Bectu's Winter Budget reaction π¨
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 β¬οΈ
bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
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 β¬οΈ
bectu.org.uk/news/bectu-r...
Today marks the start of Union Week π¨
Join Bectu this week and get your first three months of membership free by clicking our link in bio π¬
Join Bectu this week and get your first three months of membership free by clicking our link in bio π¬
November 17, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Today marks the start of Union Week π¨
Join Bectu this week and get your first three months of membership free by clicking our link in bio π¬
Join Bectu this week and get your first three months of membership free by clicking our link in bio π¬
Weβve written to the Culture Secretary & Chair of the BBC Board, calling for Robbie Gibbβs 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...
Bectu calls forΒ removal of Robbie Gibb from BBC Board
Following the resignation of Tim Davie from the BBC, Bectu hasΒ written to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and...
bectu.org.uk
November 14, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Weβve written to the Culture Secretary & Chair of the BBC Board, calling for Robbie Gibbβs 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...
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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/...
In partnership with @bectu.bsky.social & @filmtvcharity.bsky.social
Register here: www.thetalentmanager.com/courses/694/...
November 11, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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/...
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, itβs 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...
As the BBC approaches the Charter renewal process, itβs 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...
Bectu responds to resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie
Reacting to the resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie, Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said:...
bectu.org.uk
November 10, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Tim Davie has led the BBC through challenging times and we thank him for his work.
As the BBC approaches the Charter renewal process, itβs 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...
As the BBC approaches the Charter renewal process, itβs 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...
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Great to be in Parliament today with people from across the creative industries to discuss @bectu.bsky.socialβs excellent report on pay levels and working conditions! More important than ever that this powerhouse of the UK economy is supported and sustained through this period of rapid change.
October 27, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Great to be in Parliament today with people from across the creative industries to discuss @bectu.bsky.socialβs excellent report on pay levels and working conditions! More important than ever that this powerhouse of the UK economy is supported and sustained through this period of rapid change.
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We welcome the government's consultations on implementing Make Work Pay, a step towards a fairer, more modern labour market. To ensure impact, the government must ensure adequate resources for effective implementation. Go to our website for more: prospect.org.uk/news/prospec...
Prospect welcomes government consultations on fairer work and union access
Mike Clancy, General Secretary of Prospect union, responding to the launch of the governmentβs...
prospect.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 2:16 PM
We welcome the government's consultations on implementing Make Work Pay, a step towards a fairer, more modern labour market. To ensure impact, the government must ensure adequate resources for effective implementation. Go to our website for more: prospect.org.uk/news/prospec...
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Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, read Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancyβs full response.
Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages
Prospect has responded to the ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages this week.
Mike Clancy, Prospect...
prospect.org.uk
October 14, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, read Prospect General Secretary Mike Clancyβs full response.
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Prospect is appalled by the attack on the Heaton Park synagogue in Manchester, and stands in solidarity with the victims, their families, and the wider Jewish community in the UK.
October 3, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Prospect is appalled by the attack on the Heaton Park synagogue in Manchester, and stands in solidarity with the victims, their families, and the wider Jewish community in the UK.
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Theatres urged to limit alcohol sales as @bectu.bsky.social survey reveals violence towards ushers
Story via @thestage.co.uk
www.thestage.co.uk/news/theatre...
Story via @thestage.co.uk
www.thestage.co.uk/news/theatre...
Theatres urged to limit alcohol sales as survey reveals violence towards ushers
Theatres are being urged to limit how much alcohol is served, after a survey revealed 77% of ushers have experienced bad behaviour from theatregoers in the past year
www.thestage.co.uk
September 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Theatres urged to limit alcohol sales as @bectu.bsky.social survey reveals violence towards ushers
Story via @thestage.co.uk
www.thestage.co.uk/news/theatre...
Story via @thestage.co.uk
www.thestage.co.uk/news/theatre...