Welcome

We are a dedicated community of educators committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic environment for all. As part of the NEU, our branch focuses on advocating for the rights and well-being of educators, promoting professional development, and ensuring that our voices are heard in the decisions that shape our profession.

On this page, you’ll find important updates, resources, events, and ways to get involved with our efforts to strengthen our educational community. Together, we can continue to build a stronger future for education, our students, and the educators who make it all happen. Join us in making a positive impact today!

Use the contact information on this page to get in touch about local meetings and training, annual conference, and how to get involved.

For all casework queries or workplace issues, please contact julia.neal@neu.org.uk

South West

Devon

District

NEU member contact:

Michael Gurney

NEU member contact:

Julia Neal

Updates and Information

This is where updates and messages will be posted for Devon NEU.
You'll also find us on Facebook and Instagram.

Upcoming Meetings

Branch Meetings:
Tuesday 14th October 2025 - Barnstaple Hotel. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm

Tuesday 10th March 2026 - Tiverton Hotel. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm

Thursday 11th June 2026 (District & Branch) - Barnstaple Hotel. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

District Meetings:
Wednesday 19th November 2025, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

Tuesday 20th January 2026, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm whilst considering motions to send to conference. Meeting from 6pm.

Tuesday 24th February 2026, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

Thursday 21st May 2026 - AGM, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

Thursday 11th June 2026 (District & Branch) - Barnstaple Hotel. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

Committee Meetings:
Wednesday 17th September 2025, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

Tuesday 3rd February 2026, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

Thursday 30th April 2026, Sandy Park, Exeter. Food from 5pm, meeting at 6pm.

All meetings are available in hybrid form. Look out for links via social media and Devon Newsletter. All expenses covered.

Strike Committee

With a proposed formal ballot for industrial action, we're building our Devon NEU Strike Committee. Want to find out more? Speak to the secretaries team, or join the WhatsApp group below.

https://shorturl.at/6Kt0r

Committee Positions

Want to get more involved in Devon NEU? Taking on the role of committee member could be a great way to start! We're currently building our 2025/26 committee - you can find out who makes up the committee below.

If you think you'd like to join and want to find out more information about what the role could entail, please see the Committee Positions document below.

If you think any of these might be of interest to you, get in touch with charlotte.ovey@neu.org.uk

Committee Positions

Find out more about what a committee position with Devon NEU could entail.

Committee Role Descriptors

2025/26 Committee List

Minutes of Meetings

We appreciate that not everyone will be able to attend all meetings. That doesn't mean you should miss out! See links below for minutes of meetings.

3.7.25

6.3.25

14.1.25

Socials

For up-to-date information and current campaigns, be sure to follow Devon NEU on social media channels.

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