Amid the largest-ever university staff strikes, it’s possible for students to demand compensation, and support their lecturers in doing so

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

The fortnight strike, along with walkouts across the country, caused severe disruption to studies despite a turnout of less than 5%

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

#FourFightsFourNights – People and Planet UoM occupied a University building for a second night to support UCU strikes

The announcement follows other universities taking a strict approach to their students supporting strikes

The UCU general secretary warns strikes will continue into the following year if not presented with a fair deal

UCU members appeal to Brian Cox “not to cross the picket line” for his scheduled lecture tomorrow at UoM

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

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