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Pension win for UCU Members

Pension win for UCU Members

The UCU secures an agreement with UUK (Universities UK) over restoration of pensions to pre-April 2022 levels
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UCU Strikes: What you need to know

UCU Strikes: What you need to know

Here’s a basic rundown of what you need to know about the UCU strikes
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It’s time to demand compensation for UCU strikes

It’s time to demand compensation for UCU strikes

Amid the largest-ever university staff strikes, it’s possible for students to demand compensation, and support their lecturers in doing so
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EDI Director Banji Adewumi calls for UoM to become “centre of excellence for inclusion”

EDI Director Banji Adewumi calls for UoM to become “centre of excellence for inclusion”

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Banji Adewumi, the EDI director at the University of Manchester, sat down with us for the second episode of Under the Spotlight. We discussed politics, staff negotiations and inclusivity
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Revealed: Disruptive UoM strikes were plagued by low turnout

Revealed: Disruptive UoM strikes were plagued by low turnout

The fortnight strike, along with walkouts across the country, caused severe disruption to studies despite a turnout of less than 5%
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UCU respond to plans for staff pay cuts and terminations at UoM

UCU respond to plans for staff pay cuts and terminations at UoM

The University of Manchester is exploring reducing pay-related costs, freezing non-essential appointments and potentially terminating some jobs in response to losses from Covid-19
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Day 2 of the student occupation of Uni Place

Day 2 of the student occupation of Uni Place

#FourFightsFourNights – People and Planet UoM occupied a University building for a second night to support UCU strikes
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UoM confirms students won’t face any additional penalties for supporting strike

UoM confirms students won’t face any additional penalties for supporting strike

The announcement follows other universities taking a strict approach to their students supporting strikes
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UCU strikes could affect university exams in January

UCU strikes could affect university exams in January

The UCU general secretary warns strikes will continue into the following year if not presented with a fair deal
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UCU urges Brian Cox not to cross picket line

UCU urges Brian Cox not to cross picket line

UCU members appeal to Brian Cox “not to cross the picket line” for his scheduled lecture tomorrow at UoM
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“Take Action! UoM”: student strike responses

“Take Action! UoM”: student strike responses

Take Action! UoM is an independent student-led group which has created a platform for discussion, a line of open communication, and a coherent response regarding the strike action
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University refuses to compensate students for strikes

University refuses to compensate students for strikes

Student petitions for reimbursements have amounted to over 3,000 signatures
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