New push needed in UCU battle
Reballoting in the University and College Union (UCU) disputes over pensions, pay and conditions opens on 16 March and closes 8 April. With the initial six-month mandate for action running out at the start of May, and no movement from the employers, beating the 50% turnout threshold is vital if the strikes and action short are to continue through exam and marking season. Further strike days have been called in the weeks beginning 21 and 28 March, with half the branches with mandates taking action in each week. Staff have been fighting against cuts to USS pensions that will see those in the...