FDA and the civil service Fast Stream

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Fast Streamers get the first six months membership for free

The FDA is the only trade union recognised by the Cabinet Office to represent Fast Stream civil servants. We welcome individuals from all Fast Stream schemes ­– from generalist to diplomatic service, finance to commercial, human resources to project delivery.

All Fast Stream members are offered the first six months of their FDA membership for free, with reduced subscription rates during their time on the programme.

If you would like to find out more about the work of the FDA’s Fast Stream section, or if you are an FDA member with an issue or concern you would like to raise with your local reps, please drop us a line at faststream@fda.org.uk.

Robert Eagleton

National Officer

Robert is the FDA’s National Officer for the Fast Stream.

robert.eagleton@fda.org.uk

We improve your pay and conditions

The FDA is the only union to bargain for Fast Stream employees.

  • In 2023 we achieved the biggest pay uplifts to the scheme in its history, winning one of the best pay deals we’ve seen in the public sector;
  • Pay rises of up to 22.5%;
  • We gained improvements in terms and conditions for those on the central schemes;
  • We won Fast Stream civil servants the right to ballot in 2019, meaning for the first time ever you can vote on pay deals.

We are there for you when you need help at work

Each year, the FDA helps members faced with workplace issues, such as:

  • Problematic performance appraisals;
  • Relocations;
  • Reasonable adjustments;
  • End of Posting Reviews (EPRs); and
  • Development Trajectory Assessments (DTAs);
  • Discrimination;
  • Bullying and harassment;
  • disciplinary charges and dismissal

We lobby on your behalf and speak up for you

Public servants can’t always speak up for themselves, so we promote the positive work you do and combat falsehoods – wherever they come from. 

We recognise Fast Stream civil servants aren’t always confident speaking out when they have a problem, but the Fast Stream Section is always happy to make the case on behalf of its members. 

In 2022, our lobbying played a role in reversing the government’s decision to suspend the Fast Stream.

Helen

Fast Stream member

The FDA’s help was essential in overturning my Must Improve rating after a bad posting. Without the support and encouragement of the union I wouldn’t have felt able to challenge it.

Hasan

Fast Stream member

The FDA has been invaluable in ensuring that I received the reasonable adjustments I need to do the job.

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.

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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.

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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.

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“A victory for all our members who voted for industrial action”

The FDA’s breakthrough on Fast Stream pay will see members receive pay rises of up to 22.5%.

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Fast Stream members get first six months of free FDA membership

All Fast Stream members are offered the first six months of their FDA membership for free, with reduced subscription rates during their time on the programme.

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