
FDA in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport
FDA represents DCMS staff in grades HEO and above
The FDA provides workplace representation, legal assistance, career development and many other benefits to members working in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and its associated agencies and public bodies, as well as in the wider culture sector.
We work collaboratively and in partnership to improve the professional and public standing of our DCMS members.

Wynne Parry
National Officer
Wynne Parry is the National Officer responsible for the Department for DCMS.
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.
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