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I already voted in the last ballot, do I need to vote again?
Yes, as this is a completely NEW statutory ballot. We need all members who voted in the last ballot to vote again in the new ballot.
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Yes, as this is a completely NEW statutory ballot. We need all members who voted in the last ballot to vote again in the new ballot.
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January 31, 2026 at 6:05 PM
I already voted in the last ballot, do I need to vote again?
Yes, as this is a completely NEW statutory ballot. We need all members who voted in the last ballot to vote again in the new ballot.
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Yes, as this is a completely NEW statutory ballot. We need all members who voted in the last ballot to vote again in the new ballot.
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The GTCS Elections close in less than 1 week🚨
If you haven't yet voted, please do so ASAP or before the 6th of February.
Please vote for ALL of the EIS supported candidates. Check our website for details on the EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
If you haven't yet voted, please do so ASAP or before the 6th of February.
Please vote for ALL of the EIS supported candidates. Check our website for details on the EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
January 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM
The GTCS Elections close in less than 1 week🚨
If you haven't yet voted, please do so ASAP or before the 6th of February.
Please vote for ALL of the EIS supported candidates. Check our website for details on the EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
If you haven't yet voted, please do so ASAP or before the 6th of February.
Please vote for ALL of the EIS supported candidates. Check our website for details on the EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
Why are we balloting again?
The EIS has created a 'Ballot FAQs' webpage to explain a bit more on why we are balloting and other frequently asked questions by members.
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The EIS has created a 'Ballot FAQs' webpage to explain a bit more on why we are balloting and other frequently asked questions by members.
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January 30, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Why are we balloting again?
The EIS has created a 'Ballot FAQs' webpage to explain a bit more on why we are balloting and other frequently asked questions by members.
#Q1otfaqs#Q1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.eis.org.uk/workload-ballot/statballotfaqs#Q1
The EIS has created a 'Ballot FAQs' webpage to explain a bit more on why we are balloting and other frequently asked questions by members.
#Q1otfaqs#Q1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">https://www.eis.org.uk/workload-ballot/statballotfaqs#Q1
Vote for Sunita at the GTCS Elections!
"an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching and leadership, committed to equity, high standards, and professional growth"
Please vote for all EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching and leadership, committed to equity, high standards, and professional growth"
Please vote for all EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
January 29, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Vote for Sunita at the GTCS Elections!
"an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching and leadership, committed to equity, high standards, and professional growth"
Please vote for all EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching and leadership, committed to equity, high standards, and professional growth"
Please vote for all EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
The EIS is participating in an international survey of teachers’ health and wellbeing called The International Barometer of Health and Well-being of Education Staff (I-BEST) and we are seeking your views.
A link to the survey has been emailed to teacher members and we encourage you to participate!
A link to the survey has been emailed to teacher members and we encourage you to participate!
January 29, 2026 at 4:23 PM
The EIS is participating in an international survey of teachers’ health and wellbeing called The International Barometer of Health and Well-being of Education Staff (I-BEST) and we are seeking your views.
A link to the survey has been emailed to teacher members and we encourage you to participate!
A link to the survey has been emailed to teacher members and we encourage you to participate!
Members of the Educational Institute of Scotland University Lecturers Association at Edinburgh Napier University are to commence strike action in an escalation of a dispute over job cuts and redundancies at the university.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/enu-strikes
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/enu-strikes
Strikes announced at ENU
Members of the Educational Institute of Scotland University Lecturers Association (EIS ULA) at Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) are to commence strike action in an escalation of a dispute over job cuts and redundancies at the university.
www.eis.org.uk
January 28, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Members of the Educational Institute of Scotland University Lecturers Association at Edinburgh Napier University are to commence strike action in an escalation of a dispute over job cuts and redundancies at the university.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/enu-strikes
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/enu-strikes
At 8pm on 27 January, we will #LightTheDarkness for #HolocaustMemorialDay.
Light the Darkness is a moment for the nation to come together – to remember the darkness of the past and to create light together, standing united against prejudice and hatred today.
#HMD2026 #HolocaustMemorialDay
Light the Darkness is a moment for the nation to come together – to remember the darkness of the past and to create light together, standing united against prejudice and hatred today.
#HMD2026 #HolocaustMemorialDay
January 27, 2026 at 6:01 PM
At 8pm on 27 January, we will #LightTheDarkness for #HolocaustMemorialDay.
Light the Darkness is a moment for the nation to come together – to remember the darkness of the past and to create light together, standing united against prejudice and hatred today.
#HMD2026 #HolocaustMemorialDay
Light the Darkness is a moment for the nation to come together – to remember the darkness of the past and to create light together, standing united against prejudice and hatred today.
#HMD2026 #HolocaustMemorialDay
Christina Fleming is standing at the GTCS Elections. Please consider voting for Christina!
"I am passionate about social justice, inclusion and equity."
More details on EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"I am passionate about social justice, inclusion and equity."
More details on EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
January 27, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Christina Fleming is standing at the GTCS Elections. Please consider voting for Christina!
"I am passionate about social justice, inclusion and equity."
More details on EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"I am passionate about social justice, inclusion and equity."
More details on EIS supported candidates: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
#HolocaustMemorialDay 2026 is on Tuesday 27 January.
#HMD2026 is an opportunity for the nation to come together, remember persecutions of the past and stand against hatred and prejudice in the present.
Learn more at hmd.org.uk
#HMD2026 is an opportunity for the nation to come together, remember persecutions of the past and stand against hatred and prejudice in the present.
Learn more at hmd.org.uk
January 27, 2026 at 9:48 AM
#HolocaustMemorialDay 2026 is on Tuesday 27 January.
#HMD2026 is an opportunity for the nation to come together, remember persecutions of the past and stand against hatred and prejudice in the present.
Learn more at hmd.org.uk
#HMD2026 is an opportunity for the nation to come together, remember persecutions of the past and stand against hatred and prejudice in the present.
Learn more at hmd.org.uk
We are supporting Kevin at the GTCS Elections☑️
"I am seeking election to GTCS Council to ensure that the opinions of teachers and the reality of their endeavour in supporting learners are at the heart of the GTCS"
Vote for ALL EIS candidates - https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"I am seeking election to GTCS Council to ensure that the opinions of teachers and the reality of their endeavour in supporting learners are at the heart of the GTCS"
Vote for ALL EIS candidates - https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
January 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We are supporting Kevin at the GTCS Elections☑️
"I am seeking election to GTCS Council to ensure that the opinions of teachers and the reality of their endeavour in supporting learners are at the heart of the GTCS"
Vote for ALL EIS candidates - https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"I am seeking election to GTCS Council to ensure that the opinions of teachers and the reality of their endeavour in supporting learners are at the heart of the GTCS"
Vote for ALL EIS candidates - https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
EIS President Adam Sutcliffe has been blocked from entering Palestine with an EI delegation:
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January 25, 2026 at 8:56 AM
EIS President Adam Sutcliffe has been blocked from entering Palestine with an EI delegation:
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EIS President Adam Sutcliffe is with the delegation, and is one of those who has been blocked from entering Palestine.
📣Education International sends a strong message to #Palestinian educators after a delegation of education leaders from 15 countries was detained and interrogated for hours.
‼️Attempts to intimidate, isolate, or silence educators will only strengthen our collective determination and solidarity.
‼️Attempts to intimidate, isolate, or silence educators will only strengthen our collective determination and solidarity.
January 24, 2026 at 10:42 AM
EIS President Adam Sutcliffe is with the delegation, and is one of those who has been blocked from entering Palestine.
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📣Education International sends a strong message to #Palestinian educators after a delegation of education leaders from 15 countries was detained and interrogated for hours.
‼️Attempts to intimidate, isolate, or silence educators will only strengthen our collective determination and solidarity.
‼️Attempts to intimidate, isolate, or silence educators will only strengthen our collective determination and solidarity.
January 24, 2026 at 6:07 AM
📣Education International sends a strong message to #Palestinian educators after a delegation of education leaders from 15 countries was detained and interrogated for hours.
‼️Attempts to intimidate, isolate, or silence educators will only strengthen our collective determination and solidarity.
‼️Attempts to intimidate, isolate, or silence educators will only strengthen our collective determination and solidarity.
The EIS is supporting Carron at this years GTCS Elections!
"Teachers’ integrity, professionalism and commitment to the young people we work with is crucial to teaching today."
Please vote for ALL EIS supported candidates✨
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"Teachers’ integrity, professionalism and commitment to the young people we work with is crucial to teaching today."
Please vote for ALL EIS supported candidates✨
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
January 23, 2026 at 9:07 PM
The EIS is supporting Carron at this years GTCS Elections!
"Teachers’ integrity, professionalism and commitment to the young people we work with is crucial to teaching today."
Please vote for ALL EIS supported candidates✨
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"Teachers’ integrity, professionalism and commitment to the young people we work with is crucial to teaching today."
Please vote for ALL EIS supported candidates✨
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us tonight at the launch of the EIS Manifesto, which is now available on the EIS website: www.eis.org.uk/policy-and-p...
January 22, 2026 at 8:18 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us tonight at the launch of the EIS Manifesto, which is now available on the EIS website: www.eis.org.uk/policy-and-p...
General Secretary Andrea Bradley at the EIS Manifesto launch, “We value education as the cornerstone of a just society and the bedrock of democracy. The antidote to the politics of hate and division in our communities. Education can and will built hope.”
January 22, 2026 at 6:28 PM
General Secretary Andrea Bradley at the EIS Manifesto launch, “We value education as the cornerstone of a just society and the bedrock of democracy. The antidote to the politics of hate and division in our communities. Education can and will built hope.”
Tonight the EIS is launching its education Manifesto ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament election, before a panel of prominent politicians and other invited guests. The Manifesto sets out key priorities for Scotland’s schools, colleges and universities.
January 22, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Tonight the EIS is launching its education Manifesto ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament election, before a panel of prominent politicians and other invited guests. The Manifesto sets out key priorities for Scotland’s schools, colleges and universities.
The EIS has launched its Education Manifesto ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament election.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/eismanifesto2026
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/eismanifesto2026
EIS Launches Election Manifesto, Highlighting the Value of Investment in Scottish Education
EIS Launches Election Manifesto, Highlighting the Value of Investment in Scottish Education
www.eis.org.uk
January 22, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The EIS has launched its Education Manifesto ahead of May’s Scottish Parliament election.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/eismanifesto2026
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/eismanifesto2026
Our members at Craigclowan were out on strike again this morning✊
Craigclowan School must meet with EIS negotiators and resolve this dispute.
Craigclowan School must meet with EIS negotiators and resolve this dispute.
January 22, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Our members at Craigclowan were out on strike again this morning✊
Craigclowan School must meet with EIS negotiators and resolve this dispute.
Craigclowan School must meet with EIS negotiators and resolve this dispute.
Teachers should not be expected to subsidise the school fees paid by parents by sacrificing part of their pensions purely because management want to keep school fees down.
Solidarity with teachers at Craigclowan School! 📢✊🏻✊🏽✊🏿
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/craigclowanstrike4
Solidarity with teachers at Craigclowan School! 📢✊🏻✊🏽✊🏿
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/craigclowanstrike4
EIS Members at Craigclowan School Continue with Programme of Strike Action to Protect Their Pensions
EIS members at Craigclowan School near Perth will continue with their fifth day of strike action as a dispute over cuts to the staff pension scheme continues.
www.eis.org.uk
January 21, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Teachers should not be expected to subsidise the school fees paid by parents by sacrificing part of their pensions purely because management want to keep school fees down.
Solidarity with teachers at Craigclowan School! 📢✊🏻✊🏽✊🏿
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/craigclowanstrike4
Solidarity with teachers at Craigclowan School! 📢✊🏻✊🏽✊🏿
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/craigclowanstrike4
Please consider giving Allan Crosbie your vote at the GTCS Elections✅
"I am passionately committed to Social Justice, Peace Education, Decolonisation, and to protecting the precious values of the GTCS Standards from outside influence"
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"I am passionately committed to Social Justice, Peace Education, Decolonisation, and to protecting the precious values of the GTCS Standards from outside influence"
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
January 21, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Please consider giving Allan Crosbie your vote at the GTCS Elections✅
"I am passionately committed to Social Justice, Peace Education, Decolonisation, and to protecting the precious values of the GTCS Standards from outside influence"
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
"I am passionately committed to Social Justice, Peace Education, Decolonisation, and to protecting the precious values of the GTCS Standards from outside influence"
https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
Teachers at Craigclowan Prep School are striking again today in defense of their pensions.
Craigclowan School must engage with the EIS to negotiate a resolution to the dispute.
Craigclowan School must engage with the EIS to negotiate a resolution to the dispute.
January 21, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Teachers at Craigclowan Prep School are striking again today in defense of their pensions.
Craigclowan School must engage with the EIS to negotiate a resolution to the dispute.
Craigclowan School must engage with the EIS to negotiate a resolution to the dispute.
EIS President Adam Sutcliffe speaking at the launch of our new resource Many Good Men, “The goal of this resource is to allow children and young people to discuss misogyny, gender pressures and mental health.”
January 20, 2026 at 6:48 PM
EIS President Adam Sutcliffe speaking at the launch of our new resource Many Good Men, “The goal of this resource is to allow children and young people to discuss misogyny, gender pressures and mental health.”
Tonight, in partnership with Civic Digits, we are launching our new resource, ‘Many Good Men: Changing the Story about Online Misogyny’.
January 20, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Tonight, in partnership with Civic Digits, we are launching our new resource, ‘Many Good Men: Changing the Story about Online Misogyny’.
New workload ballot to open in February
Look out for the yellow envelope with your ballot & return your postal ballot ASAP to ensure your vote is counted & your voice is heard on workload, more jobs for teachers, & delivery of the promised cut in CCT.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballot
Look out for the yellow envelope with your ballot & return your postal ballot ASAP to ensure your vote is counted & your voice is heard on workload, more jobs for teachers, & delivery of the promised cut in CCT.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballot
EIS Serves Statutory Industrial Action Ballot Notices - New Workload Ballot to Open in February
The EIS has served new statutory industrial action ballot notices to each of Scotland’s 32 local authorities in a dispute over teacher workload.
www.eis.org.uk
January 20, 2026 at 5:24 PM
New workload ballot to open in February
Look out for the yellow envelope with your ballot & return your postal ballot ASAP to ensure your vote is counted & your voice is heard on workload, more jobs for teachers, & delivery of the promised cut in CCT.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballot
Look out for the yellow envelope with your ballot & return your postal ballot ASAP to ensure your vote is counted & your voice is heard on workload, more jobs for teachers, & delivery of the promised cut in CCT.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballot