FDA in Defra
FDA represents Defra staff in grades HEO and above
The FDA provides workplace representation, legal assistance, career development and many other benefits to members working in the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and its related public bodies and agencies.
We work collaboratively and in partnership to improve the professional and public standing of our members in Defra.
Robert Eagleton
National Officer
Robert is the FDA’s National Officer for Defra.
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 22,000 other members who believe that public services – and the people who deliver them – matter.
Latest news
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Organising: a community of practice
FDA Head of Organising and Learning Deri Bevan on the rise in HEO, SEO and graduate scheme members who are increasingly active within the FDA. Plus, trends and feedback from this year’s FDA Learn calendar.
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Caring support: findings from the FDA’s 2025 carers’ survey
Five years have passed since the FDA last surveyed its members with caring responsibilities about the issues they face at work. FDA National Officer for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, Amelia Dowler, shares significant findings from our latest survey, and a preview of recommendations and guidance from the upcoming carers’ report.
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Retention and reward for the Fast Stream
Robert Eagleton, the FDA’s National Officer for the Fast Stream, outlines why retention and pay parity are the key issues for Fast Streamers.