National Elections 2026

We are delighted to announce the opening of nominations for National HASSRA committee posts for 2026.

This is your chance to play a key role in guiding the future of our Association.

If you are passionate about HASSRA and want to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply for one of the following positions to be elected at National Conference on 21st May 2026:

• Two elected members on the National Board of Management (one for a three-year term, one for one year)
• Two elected members on the National Finance Committee (both three-year terms)
• One elected member on the National Awards Committee (three-year term)
• Two elected members on the Diversity and Inclusion Committee (both three-year terms)

Why get involved?

Volunteers are the heartbeat of HASSRA. By sharing your experience and ideas—whether from a local club, regional, or national perspective—you help shape the direction and success of our Association.

Nomination Process

• Step 1: Complete the candidate application form and email it to DWP HASSRA National Business by 19th March 2026.
• Step 2: Your application will be sent to your regional chairperson for endorsement.
• Step 3: Endorsed applications must be returned to DWP HASSRA National Business by 9th April 2026. Please note it is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure this deadline is met.

Click here for the full Election Rules.

We look forward to receiving your nomination and working together to keep HASSRA vibrant and inclusive. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Yours sincerely,

Jen Richardson
HASSRA National Team