FDA in the Cabinet Office
FDA represents Cabinet Office staff in grades HEO and above
The FDA provides workplace representation, legal assistance, career development and many other benefits to members working in the Cabinet Office and its associated agencies and public bodies.
We work collaboratively and in partnership to improve the professional and public standing of our Cabinet Office members.
Simon Hardcastle
National Officer
Simon is a National Officer and has responsibility for the Cabinet Office.
What the FDA can do for you
We are there when you need help at work
Whatever your workplace issue, we are here with one-to-one employment advice and representation to help resolve it.
We fight for your pay, pensions and working conditions
We campaign and negotiate with employers on behalf of our members to ensure they have the resources required both to do their jobs and have a life outside the workplace.
We support your career progression
Through our specialised masterclasses, conferences and online training, FDA Learn addresses a wide range of skills to help you progress in your career and maximise your potential.
Join the FDA today
By joining the FDA, you’ll be standing alongside more than 23,000 other members who believe that public services – and the people who deliver them – matter.
Latest news
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Carers Week 2025 – launching our Carers’ Survey
To mark Carers Week 2025 (9-15 June), the FDA is launching a survey of carers in the civil service to find out what progress has been made since our 2021 report, and what still needs to be done.
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‘Disappointing’ lack of workforce plan leaves more questions than answers over Spending Review cuts, says FDA
The FDA has responded to the 2025 Spending Review, expressing disappointment at the lack of a civil service workforce plan, which the government had previously said would be published at the same time as the review.
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FDA delegation attends TUC Disabled Workers’ Conference 2025
Last week, an FDA delegation attended the TUC’s 2025 Disabled Workers’ Conference, held at the Bournemouth International Centre. The conference brings together delegates from across the union movement to discuss, debate and decide motions on issues affecting disabled workers.