The RCA UCU Hardship Fund was specially set up by the branch locally during the February-March 2020 industrial action to support members experiencing financial difficulties due to participating in strike action. We raised this money quickly and in recognition of the personal impact that strike action has on members, especially at this time.

Huge thanks to Peter Kennard who kindly donated a print to support the hardship fund, and all our generous supporters.

We are able to offer bursaries of £200 for 15 members.

Please note that the branch has limited funds and can only help those members most in need.

We encourage members to apply to the National UCU Fighting Fund in the first instance.

To apply to the RCA UCU Hardship fund, please download the guidance and application form here

Email your application to the branch [email protected] by 5pm on Monday 1 June 2020