Trade union rep

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Where could I go to for a trade union rep if I’m not in a union?

The only one that is related to my career can’t help as it’s a pre existing issue before I’d be joining.

Thanks in advance

A trade union rep won't be able to help unless you are a member of their union.

Alternatives are to call ACAS for advice or engage an employment solicitor. Check your home insurance as this cover is often included in policies.

There are unions for general workers with a local branch secretary who can help you.

Unfortunately no union will take on a pre-existing issue.

Unions don't turn people away. It is still a positive move to join to be protected from future problems. On joining you can find out what support is there.

Trade union reps are for members of the union. Your question makes no sense.

If you have a pre existing issue, you need Acas, Citizens Advice or an employment solicitor. If you have home insurance with legal cover it might pay at least some costs for an employment solicitor.

Of course they turn away people with pre existing problems.

You can still join and have access to information, a rep at work (if you have one) etc.

No-one is 'turned away' from joining but they probably won't formally assist with an ongoing issue. I'm a rep and if someone does come with an issue I'll still listen, advise and let them know they're not alone.

Op, what line of work you're in will determine the union you join (eg education NEU, NASUWT etc).

If you are actually looking for a union rep, there are some places where you can actually hire a union rep - but they are incredibly expensive. You already know you can't get help with a pre-existing problem, so perhaps if you explained why you think you need one, there may be alternative adice that is better.