The University of Cambridge, one of the wealthiest and most illustrious institutions in the country, has been accused of ‘salami slicing’ over its plans to outsource up to 50 maintenance and estates’ workers to private companies. Unite the union said that if the proposal was completed by 1 April next year it … Continue reading
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Strike action suspended after ‘constructive’ talks at the University of Dundee
Unite Scotland Press Release Immediate Release 8 November Strike action suspended after ‘constructive’ talks at the University of Dundee Unite the union today (8 November) announced that its continuous strike action has been suspended at the University of Dundee following ‘constructive’ talks. The University of Dundee’s Senior Management Team has now agreed … Continue reading
Pay victory for cleaners at the University of Sheffield
Unite press release For immediate release: Tuesday 19 October 2021 Hundreds of cleaners ‘who joined Unite to organise and fight for better pay’ have won their campaign for an hourly wage of £10 an hour at the University of Sheffield. Unite regional officer, Harriet Eisner said: “Sheffield University listened and was moved by … Continue reading