FDA in the Competition and Markets Authority
FDA represents CMA staff in grades HEO and above
The FDA is an independent, member-led union. We are politically neutral and spend all our resources on representing our members’ interests, giving them a strong, pragmatic voice in the workplace.
We work collaboratively and in partnership to improve the professional and public standing of our CMA members.
Member benefits include:
- One-to-one employment advice and representation for workplace issues
- Access to legal advice during disputes with your employer
- High quality career development support and training through FDA Learn
- A range of discounts from insurance to gym memberships to days out
Duncan Woodhead
National Officer
Duncan is the National Officer with responsibility for the Competition and Markets Authority.
What the FDA can do for you
We are there when you need help at work
Whatever your workplace issue, we are here with one-to-one employment advice and representation to help resolve it.
We fight for your pay, pensions and working conditions
We campaign and negotiate with employers on behalf of our members to ensure they have the resources required both to do their jobs and have a life outside the workplace.
We support your career progression
Through our specialised masterclasses, conferences and online training, FDA Learn addresses a wide range of skills to help you progress in your career and maximise your potential.
Join the FDA today
By joining the FDA, you’ll be standing alongside more than 23,000 other members who believe that public services – and the people who deliver them – matter.
Latest news
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“Parliament shouldn’t have had different rules to every other workplace”
Why MPs’ recent vote to introduce risk-based exclusion at the point of arrest – giving House authorities the power to exclude MPs accused of sexual or violent offences from the Parliamentary Estate – is so significant
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Not holding back: Interview with Harriet Harman
Kay Hender speaks to Mother of the House Harriet about her four decades in politics, including helping to create the Equality Act, being thrust into the media spotlight as Chair of the Privileges Committee and her plans after stepping down as an MP.
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“Significant victory” for FDA members: MPs vote to introduce risk-based exclusion at the point of arrest
FDA welcomes MPs vote to introduce a formal mechanism to risk assess any MP at the point of arrest.