Your voice matters: Vote in the PCS General Secretary and Assistant General Secretary election

Mark Serwotka's retirement after 23 years as general secretary of PCS signifies a pivotal point in the history of our union. The election which opens today (9) is the opportunity to choose the union’s most senior employed officers.

They will continue to champion the rights and interests of our members.

The elections for the general secretary and assistant general secretary positions are your chance to make a difference and have a say on who should fill these key leadership posts for the next five years. It is vitally important that you vote in these elections. A good turnout in our elections strengthens the union and helps our representatives stand up for members.

The general secretary is the most senior elected official in PCS, implements union policy and manages its resources. So, your vote will shape the future of our union.

Read the candidates’ election addresses (opens as PDF pop-up) or on our dedicated election addresses web page.

Key dates

The ballot opens today (9 November) and runs until noon on 14 December. This is a postal vote only – you cannot vote any other way. Please vote as soon as the ballot paper lands.

Replacements

You must request replacements online by logging into PCS Digital. PCS Digital online replacements will open at 8am on Wednesday 15 November. The deadline for replacements is 5pm on Tuesday 28 November 2023.

New members

Members who join PCS between Tuesday 24 October and by no later than noon on Wednesday 22 November will automatically be included in the ballot and do not need to request a ballot paper.

Members with an invalid postal address

Members who have updated an invalid postal address between Tuesday 24 October and by no later than noon on Wednesday 22 November will automatically be included in the ballot and do not need to request a ballot paper.

Use your vote

The union urges you to exercise your rights as a member by voting. It’s your union. Voting will strengthen the union as we face the challenges of the next five years.