Decision

Breach of union rules decision: Farwell v University and College Union

This document contains the decision made by the Certification Officer in this case.

• From: Certification Officer
• Published: 23 March 2026

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Breach of union rules decision: Farwell v University and College Union

Ref: D/19-25/25-26

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Details

Dr Farwell made seven complaints of a breach of a union rule regarding the 2023 branch elections at the Solent branch of the Union. The application was under section 108A(1) of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992.

Following a hearing which took place over 3 days, by Video Conference, on 3 December 2025, 28 January and 4 March 2026, the Certification Officer did not uphold any of the complaints.

Published 23 March 2026