GCHQ Trade Union Ban 40th Anniversary Exhibition

PCS is hosting an exhibition, open to the public, to celebrate the historic struggle that saw a small group of brave workers, with the support of the wider movement, defend their right to be a member of a trade union.

Visit the exhibit to see how the GCHQ union ban was imposed by an anti-worker Conservative government and how it was subsequently opposed by brave GCHQ workers over a 15-year period before the ban was eventually overturned.

The story is told through a film especially commissioned by PCS to mark the 40th anniversary along with a visual timeline of the historic campaign. 

Some of the original campaign materials and documents relating to the ban will also be on display. 

Directions and access information

After leaving Clapham Junction train station head towards the main station concourse, turn first left out of the exit point opposite Costa Coffee, visitors will be able to see the PCS building in front of them, using the footpath head towards the PCS building (car park entrance).  

On arrival all visitors will be required to sign in at reception where a pass will be given to you. The event is being held in rooms GW1 & GW2.

We have a fire alarm test every Wednesday at 3pm which lasts for up to 40 seconds.

The exhibition will be open daily, Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm.