FDA in Northern Ireland
FDA represents staff in the Northern Ireland Civil Service
The FDA provides workplace representation, legal assistance, career development and many other benefits to members working in Northern Ireland.
We work collaboratively and in partnership to improve the professional and public standing of our members.
The Northern Ireland Section of the FDA has an elected Convenor, supported by a Section Committee and a National Officer.
If you would like to find out more about the work of the FDA’s in Northern Ireland, 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 Secretary@FDANI@onmicrosoft.com.
Robert Murtagh
National Officer
Robert is the National Officer with responsibility for members employed in the Northern Ireland Civil Service.
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 22,000 other members who believe that public services – and the people who deliver them – matter.
Latest news in Northern Ireland
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9% pay rise for NI civil servants ‘genuine attempt to tackle pay erosion’, says FDA
The FDA is recommending to members to accept the Northern Ireland civil service pay offer for 2024/25, which represents a 9% increase over a 20-month period.
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Investing in the future
As the union introduces its first dedicated National Officer for Northern Ireland, Tommy Newell reflects on the FDA’s growth in NI and future plans with the Devolved Government Network.
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FDA member Ross Thompson awarded Individual Impact Award 2024
FDA member Ross Thompson received the Individual Impact Award for his work increasing membership and engagement in the Northern Ireland Section
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