TEACHER'S NEWS
The Wigan NASUWT Teachers' Union, works to protect the status of the teaching profession and deliver real improvements to teachers' and school leaders.
National Advisory Committee Elections 2026-2027
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 14/01/2026 20:06:06
If you wish to have a place on one or more of these committees, please find the relevant form which can be found in the documents section of the website.
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Bill Hurst - Retirement
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 14/01/2026 19:46:10
After twenty years as NASUWT Wigan's Benevolence Officer, Bill Hurst has retired. On behalf of our members, we want to thank Bill for all his care and support. We know that he will keep in touch and hope he enjoys having that extra time to get out on his bike.
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NASUWT Benevolent Fund
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 14/01/2026 19:37:02
The NASUWT Benevolent Fund is available to members, former members, the dependants of members and former members, and dependants of deceased members, provided a subscription has been paid to the Union.
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Supporting members during challenging times
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 08/01/2026 16:56:47
When Graeme Thomas and his wife Clare (pictured) received life-changing news, they were able to turn to us for help. In April 2025 Clare was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).Through our Benevolent Fund we have been able to provide the family with essential financial support to help them deal with the current and future challenges they face.
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Black History Month 2025
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 21/10/2025 17:08:56
The 2025 theme for Black History Month Standing Firm in Power and Pride highlights the contributions made by Black people as leaders, activists and pioneers who have shaped history and are forging a future of continued empowerment, unity and growth.
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Public service funding is still the elephant in the room, says NASUWT
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 09/10/2025 19:22:09
Commenting on the Chancellor of the Exchequer's speech at Labour Party Conference, Matt Wrack, General Secretary of NASUWT - The Teachers Union, said:
"We welcome today's announcement to fund new school libraries, alongside the Chancellor's commitment to providing opportunity to young people through college, apprenticeships and work placements. Reasonable adjustments must be taken into account to make sure the programme is accessible for all eligible young people.
Matt Wrack elected as NASUWT General Secretary
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 09/10/2025 19:19:40
NASUWT's The Teacher's Union is proud to announce that Matt Wrack has been elected as its new General Secretary following a ballot of the union's membership.
Voting in the nationwide postal ballot closed on 23 July 2025, with thousands of teachers casting their votes to choose the union's leader.
We must see improvements for teachers as well as pupils, says NASUWT
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 09/10/2025 19:13:54
Commenting on the Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson's speech at Labour Party Conference, Matt Wrack, General Secretary of NASUWT's The Teacher's Union, said:
'We welcome the return of maintenance grants for disadvantaged students. Many will one day become teachers where they will serve as role models in their communities, their expert subject knowledge passed down to pupils who benefit in turn.
A Manifesto for Teachers
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 03/06/2024 13:10:26
The NASUWT's Manifesto for Teachers is an ambitious programme for the next government to commit to a New Deal for Teachers, an agenda essential to securing a world-class education system that allows all children and young people to flourish and succeed
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Letter to Wigan Primary Headteachers
by NASUWT Wigan Office
Posted 19/04/2024 19:29:49
Letter to Wigan Primary Headteachers
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The Wigan NASUWT Teachers' Union, works to protect the status of the teaching profession and deliver real improvements to teachers' and school leaders. The Union's aim is to serve the best interests of teachers no matter what party forms the Government at national or local level.
