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Your yellow ballot packs should have arrived this week!
Make sure you fill in your ballot paper and get it in the post as soon as you can💛✅
Take a picture at the postbox and tag us to remind your colleagues📮📮📮
Make sure you fill in your ballot paper and get it in the post as soon as you can💛✅
Take a picture at the postbox and tag us to remind your colleagues📮📮📮
February 5, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Your yellow ballot packs should have arrived this week!
Make sure you fill in your ballot paper and get it in the post as soon as you can💛✅
Take a picture at the postbox and tag us to remind your colleagues📮📮📮
Make sure you fill in your ballot paper and get it in the post as soon as you can💛✅
Take a picture at the postbox and tag us to remind your colleagues📮📮📮
The EIS has joined with two other education trade unions, writing to the Foreign Secretary to raise concerns over a recent international delegation, including the EIS President, being blocked from entering Palestine on an educational visit
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/blocked-palestine-visit
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/blocked-palestine-visit
Teaching unions write to Foreign Secretary over blocked Palestine education visit
The EIS has joined with two other education trade unions, in writing to the Foreign Secretary to raise concerns over a recent international delegation being blocked from entering Palestine on an educational visit.
www.eis.org.uk
February 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The EIS has joined with two other education trade unions, writing to the Foreign Secretary to raise concerns over a recent international delegation, including the EIS President, being blocked from entering Palestine on an educational visit
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/blocked-palestine-visit
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/blocked-palestine-visit
Look out for your yellow ballot pack in the post 💛🐥✨📣🟨✊🌻💛🍋
Members should receive their yellow ballot packs in the post this week to vote in our NEW workload ballot.
If you do not receive your ballot by the end of the day on Friday, please email [email protected] and we can post a new one #SU4QE
Members should receive their yellow ballot packs in the post this week to vote in our NEW workload ballot.
If you do not receive your ballot by the end of the day on Friday, please email [email protected] and we can post a new one #SU4QE
February 5, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Look out for your yellow ballot pack in the post 💛🐥✨📣🟨✊🌻💛🍋
Members should receive their yellow ballot packs in the post this week to vote in our NEW workload ballot.
If you do not receive your ballot by the end of the day on Friday, please email [email protected] and we can post a new one #SU4QE
Members should receive their yellow ballot packs in the post this week to vote in our NEW workload ballot.
If you do not receive your ballot by the end of the day on Friday, please email [email protected] and we can post a new one #SU4QE
Fife schools are facing real terms cuts of £8.4 million next year, £14.2 million in 2027-2028 and £20.8 million by 2028-2029. By the end of the first year, schools will have lost the equivalent funding for around 210 pupil support assistants. Please share this public meeting invitation widely.
February 4, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Fife schools are facing real terms cuts of £8.4 million next year, £14.2 million in 2027-2028 and £20.8 million by 2028-2029. By the end of the first year, schools will have lost the equivalent funding for around 210 pupil support assistants. Please share this public meeting invitation widely.
Campuses across Forth Valley College stood against the closure of Alloa Campus as part of EIS-FELAs wear purple day.
February 4, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Campuses across Forth Valley College stood against the closure of Alloa Campus as part of EIS-FELAs wear purple day.
Unfortunately the survey link you received last week has now been corrupted and can no longer access the survey. We ask that all teacher members complete the survey using the new link which has been emailed to you.
February 4, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Unfortunately the survey link you received last week has now been corrupted and can no longer access the survey. We ask that all teacher members complete the survey using the new link which has been emailed to you.
The GTCS Elections close tomorrow!
LAST CHANCE to vote for our EIS supported candidates✊✅
Check out candidate statements on our website: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
LAST CHANCE to vote for our EIS supported candidates✊✅
Check out candidate statements on our website: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
February 4, 2026 at 4:02 PM
The GTCS Elections close tomorrow!
LAST CHANCE to vote for our EIS supported candidates✊✅
Check out candidate statements on our website: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
LAST CHANCE to vote for our EIS supported candidates✊✅
Check out candidate statements on our website: https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
A message from EIS Education Committee this morning!
Look out for your yellow ballot pack in the post 💛💛💛
Make sure you vote -and then pop it back in the post!
#VoteYES #SU4QE #PostalBallot
Look out for your yellow ballot pack in the post 💛💛💛
Make sure you vote -and then pop it back in the post!
#VoteYES #SU4QE #PostalBallot
February 3, 2026 at 5:01 PM
A message from EIS Education Committee this morning!
Look out for your yellow ballot pack in the post 💛💛💛
Make sure you vote -and then pop it back in the post!
#VoteYES #SU4QE #PostalBallot
Look out for your yellow ballot pack in the post 💛💛💛
Make sure you vote -and then pop it back in the post!
#VoteYES #SU4QE #PostalBallot
Not long left for members to vote in the GTCS Elections 2026📧
EIS members are being asked to vote for ALL EIS candidates at the GTCS Elections✅
If you havent had a chance to vote check out our website for our candidate recommendations! https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
EIS members are being asked to vote for ALL EIS candidates at the GTCS Elections✅
If you havent had a chance to vote check out our website for our candidate recommendations! https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
February 2, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Not long left for members to vote in the GTCS Elections 2026📧
EIS members are being asked to vote for ALL EIS candidates at the GTCS Elections✅
If you havent had a chance to vote check out our website for our candidate recommendations! https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
EIS members are being asked to vote for ALL EIS candidates at the GTCS Elections✅
If you havent had a chance to vote check out our website for our candidate recommendations! https://www.eis.org.uk/in-education/gtcselections2026
The EIS has opened a new statutory industrial action ballot over teacher workload.
The ballot runs until the 04/03/26 and is asking teachers to vote for or against Strike action and/or Action Short of Strike (ASOS) over excessive teacher workload.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballotopen
The ballot runs until the 04/03/26 and is asking teachers to vote for or against Strike action and/or Action Short of Strike (ASOS) over excessive teacher workload.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballotopen
February 2, 2026 at 9:53 AM
The EIS has opened a new statutory industrial action ballot over teacher workload.
The ballot runs until the 04/03/26 and is asking teachers to vote for or against Strike action and/or Action Short of Strike (ASOS) over excessive teacher workload.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballotopen
The ballot runs until the 04/03/26 and is asking teachers to vote for or against Strike action and/or Action Short of Strike (ASOS) over excessive teacher workload.
https://www.eis.org.uk/latest-news/newwlballotopen
Our new workload ballot opens tomorrow...Why is this a postal ballot? Can you vote online?
No. By law, statutory ballots for industrial action need to be carried out by post and administered by an independent scrutineer📮
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No. By law, statutory ballots for industrial action need to be carried out by post and administered by an independent scrutineer📮
#Q4otfaqs#Q4" 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#Q4
February 1, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Our new workload ballot opens tomorrow...Why is this a postal ballot? Can you vote online?
No. By law, statutory ballots for industrial action need to be carried out by post and administered by an independent scrutineer📮
#Q4otfaqs#Q4" 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#Q4
No. By law, statutory ballots for industrial action need to be carried out by post and administered by an independent scrutineer📮
#Q4otfaqs#Q4" 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#Q4
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.
#Q2otfaqs#Q2" 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#Q2
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.
#Q2otfaqs#Q2" 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#Q2
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.
#Q2otfaqs#Q2" 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#Q2
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.
#Q2otfaqs#Q2" 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#Q2
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.
#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
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.