Accord

01/07/2026

Many Accord members will have seen today's announcement about the future of the Halifax brand.

We understand this news will mean different things to different people, particularly for colleagues with long connections to the Halifax.

Whatever names appear above the employers’ doors, Accord's purpose remains exactly the same. We'll continue campaigning for job security, fair reward, dignity at work and equality. We'll continue supporting members when they need us most. And we'll continue building a stronger union that can influence decisions and make a real difference to working lives.

We've published an update explaining what the announcement means and how members can share any questions or concerns with us.

Read more here 👉

Accord responds to Lloyds Banking Group’s plan to transition the Halifax brand, confirming no job losses, no contract changes, and continued member support.

25/06/2026

The UK is experiencing a period of very hot weather, with temperatures in some areas reaching well into the 30s. While many people enjoy the sunshine, working in high temperatures can quickly become uncomfortable and, in some cases, unsafe.

We’ve updated our guidance to reflect the current heatwave, covering:

🔵 Your rights at work when temperatures rise.
🔵 What your employer should be doing to keep you safe.
🔵 Practical steps you can take to stay cool and well.

There’s no maximum legal temperature for workplaces, but employers still have a duty to keep conditions reasonable – and that matters even more during extreme weather.

If you’re struggling with the heat, it’s important to speak up and take steps to protect your wellbeing.

Take a look at our updated advice👇

Get practical advice on staying safe at work during the UK heatwave. Understand your rights, what your employer should do, and steps you can take to stay cool and well.

19/06/2026

Skills are becoming more important than job titles — and that puts you in control of your future.

As roles evolve, staying adaptable isn’t about doing everything at once. It’s about taking simple, practical steps to keep learning and building confidence over time.

In this Future Ready update, we look at the changing skills landscape and the behaviours that can help you stay employable, confident and ready for what’s next.

Take one action this month - it could make all the difference.

Read the update here👉

Skills are becoming more important than job titles. This update explores why continuous learning matters, how roles are changing, and the simple, practical steps you can take to build confidence, develop new skills and stay adaptable in a fast-changing workplace.

18/06/2026

AI is becoming part of everyday working life, including when people raise workplace concerns.

Used carefully, it can help structure thoughts and make it easier to get started. But it also has limits. AI tools don’t understand the full context of your situation and can sometimes overstate issues, misapply the law or create unnecessarily confrontational wording.

We’re seeing more complaints that sound legally impressive but don’t reflect the underlying issue.

The most effective complaints are usually:
• Factual
• Focused
• Evidence-based
• Clear about the outcome you’re looking for

If you’re thinking about raising a concern, speak to Accord first.

We’ll help you make sure it’s clear, credible and focused on achieving the best possible outcome.

🔗 Read more:

Guidance on using AI safely when raising workplace concerns, including what it can help with, its limits, and how Accord can support you in preparing clear, effective complaints.

24/04/2026

That's a wrap! 🎬

A huge thank you to all our delegates and speakers for making conference such an engaging and enjoyable experience. Your passion and commitment are what make Accord strong, and we’re grateful you brought that energy to conference. Let's take that back to our workplaces!!

Bring on Conference 2028!

You can find the outcome of all the motions here 👉 https://accord-myunion.org/get-involved/conference-2026/motions-for-debate-at-conference

24/04/2026

And we're back for Day 2. Welcome back. let's get the day kicked off in style...

We're ready for another good day of debates and great guest speakers!

23/04/2026

A great discussion from our guest speaker from Lloyds Banking Group. We've been managing change for hundreds of years: from typewriters and early computers to AI. We can either standstill and wait and see, or we can be at the forefront of the change.

Thought-provoking stuff for our delegates - let's continue to grow our skills and not be passive passengers in change.

23/04/2026

Day 1 of Conference has started - we're grateful to all our reps for being here and being well prepared to kick off some great debates

We're excited to hear from our guest speaker too from Lloyds Banking Group, TSB, Finanical Services Skills Commission and the Trades Union Congress (TUC)

Let's get cracking!! 👏

15/04/2026

𝐀 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮.

Last year, we welcomed over 3,000 new members across TSB and Lloyds Banking Group – strengthening our collective voice and influence.

Join today to help us champion the rights of colleagues, achieve better outcomes and ensure your voice is heard: accord-myunion.org/join