CWU Supporting Durham Pride 30th May, 2026
Branches will be aware that Durham Pride has traditionally been a wonderful celebration, which brings the wider LGBT+ community together alongside allies and trade unions.
The recently elected Reform UK council in Durham have decided to stop funding Durham Pride in 2026. In response, community and labour movement organisations have rallied together to ensure that Durham Pride goes ahead. CWU North East, Yorkshire & Humberside TUC, the Durham Miners Association and local Unions are all supporting Durham Pride in 2026.
Now is the time to stand shoulder to shoulder with LGBT+ communities, for dignity and respect for all, for unity not division.
The CWU will be supporting Durham Pride on Saturday the 30th May and we encourage CWU members and Branches to join us. Maria Exall, our NEC LGBT+ lead will be one of the guest speakers on the day.
Details of where to meet and what time are below – Look out for the trade union block and CWU flags and banners.
The meeting point is from 09:30 at Durham Cathedral, The College, Durham, DH1 3EH with the parade commencing at 11:00am.
Any queries relating to this LTB should be directed to equality&education@cwu.org
Yours sincerely,
Kate Hudson
Head of Equality, Education & Development
CWU Eastern No5 Branch 
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