GMB Congress is held annually and it is where the lay member ruling body of the union decides GMB policy on all issues. GMB Congress 2023 will be held in Brighton

Sunday 4th – Thursday 8th June 2023

This is how to get involved if you want to attend GMB Congress or put forward a motion to make GMB policy. To attend you must be nominated by your branch, and be a paid-up member for 53 weeks.

Every GMB branch may nominate a member for election and appointment to represent the Region at Congress and these nominations must be received at the regional office by 31 December each year. Voting by branches for the election of Congress delegates is held during January and February. Close of voting is on 28 February each year.

You must attend our regular branch meetings to be nominated for election. Next meeting is on Wednesday 2nd November 2022. Details here.

Register your interest in being a delegate to Congress