West Pennine Villages u3a (WPV u3a) is a charity focused on learning, social connection, and community engagement for people in later life. As a charity, WPV u3a remains politically neutral.
1. Political neutrality
- WPV u3a does not support, oppose, or promote any political party or candidate
- WPV u3a groups and members must not use u3a meetings, events, communication channels, or resources to campaign for political parties or individuals
2. Issue-based and educational discussions on political or social issues are permitted as part of learning activities
- These must be, non-partisan, and aimed at understanding—not persuading
3. Member Conduct
- Members may hold personal political views but must not present these as WPV u3a’s position
- Political leaflets, petitions, or fundraising are not permitted at WPV u3a venues or activities
4. External Speakers
- Speakers discussing political topics must present information impartially
- Party political representatives, such as MPs, councillors or political representatives, may only attend in a non-campaigning, educational capacity
5. Campaigning on Charitable Issues
WPV u3a may, at the committee’s discretion, engage in limited campaigning relevant to its charitable purpose (e.g., adult education access), but never in a way that supports a party or candidate
This policy will be reviewed annually or earlier if required by changes in legislation or u3a guidance
| Date approved | 11/02/2026 | Date reviewed | 11/02/2026 |
| Reviewer | Lynne Robinson | Date of next review | 01/11/2026 |