FDA in the Ministry of Defence
FDA represents MOD staff in grades HEO and above
The FDA provides workplace representation, legal assistance, career development and many other benefits to members working in the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and its associated agencies and public bodies.
We work collaboratively and in partnership to improve the professional and public standing of our MoD members.
Jane Runeckles
National Officer
Jane is the National Officer responsible for the Ministry of Defence.
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.
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Latest news
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“Significant gaps” in current Northern Ireland standards regime, says Murtagh
FDA National Officer for Northern Ireland Robert Murtagh has called for a strengthened standards regime in Northern Ireland government.
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FDA delegation attends TUC Congress 2025
This week, the FDA attended the 2025 TUC Congress in Brighton. FDA delegates spoke to and moved motions on a range of topics, including standards in government, public sector productivity, resilience, neurodiversity in the workplace, and TUC reform.
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Ministers must “step up to the plate” or risk undermining the civil service, says Penman
The FDA has defended the pay and pensions of senior civil servants and called for ministers to do more to defend the civil service.