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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 2m

Ballots are arriving soon. #WeAreTheUniversity

University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 8h

70,000 HE academic staff.

Almost half of teaching only staff.

Two-thirds of research-only academic staff.

ALL on fixed term contracts.

This isn’t flexibility, it’s exploitation.

Live tomorrow at 7 PM we expose the hypocrisy at the top of HE: youtube.com/live/rZRbCP0YJ…

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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 5d

In the first of our UCU LIVEs last night, Dyfrig Jones (HE President-elect) set out 3 reasons this ballot matters:

1️⃣ Pay erosion
2️⃣ Ignored agreements
3️⃣ Thousands of jobs at risk

This is about defending the future of HE. ✊ #UCULive #WeAreTheUniversity

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 1d

Solidarity

University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 1d

Imperial staff have had enough.

A 2% below-inflation offer from one of the wealthiest universities in the UK is an insult to every worker who keeps it running.

Today we strike for fair pay, decent conditions, and respect ✊🔥

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 8d

Tomorrow Wed 1st October 1245-1400 is our GM which includes a chance to hear from UCU’s national negotiator Robyn Orfitelli, in advance of the national ballot over strike action opening on 20th October. Zoom link and agenda emailed from ucu@leeds yesterday and also on Friday, with paperwork.

University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 23d

Universities are under attack. By defending ourselves, we are defending the whole sector.

Vote YES.

#WeAreTheUniversity

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 8d

Staff and students are holding an open meeting today at 12 to show solidarity with Palestinians and urge the VC to show leadership and condemn genocide. See flyer/alt text for details and also this open letter: sway.cloud.microsoft/G3tYGsEpSgOb...

Student and Staff Group open meeting SEptember 30th 12pm-1pm LUU Room 4

This open meeting aims to bring students and staff togetehr to discuss current experiences and explore ways forward to support and grow our solidarity movement for Palestine. REcent events have raised serious concerns about freedom of expression on campus and beyond, and in response, we have formed a new network of staf and students to stand togther and support one another. This meeting will be a space to: 1. Know your rights. 2. Hear real stories. 3. Discuss concerns and build a stronger community 4. Explore practical weays in which we can support Palestinians here and in Gaza.

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Bob Peters @bobofleeds.bsky.social · 13d

Throwback Thursday #TBT. #UCU strike and rally in #Leeds - September 2023. @vickyblake.bsky.social @ucu.org.uk @leedsucu.bsky.social

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 13d

📣Hey Leeds members! Please check your membership details are correct in preparation for the ballot on pay, conditions and job security. Instructions and links emailed from us on Wed 24th Sept 11.03. Thanks!!👍

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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 23d

Universities are under attack. By defending ourselves, we are defending the whole sector.

Vote YES.

#WeAreTheUniversity

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 19d

With the start of the new academic year, remember to respect important religious holidays when requested, as the university's calendar puts members of minoritised faiths in the position of having to request time off. More at www.leedsucu.org.uk/respecting-r...

Respecting religious holiday observance - UCU University of Leeds Branch

With the start of the new academic year, we would like to draw attention to the importance of respecting important religious holidays when requested, particularly those of minoritised faiths. We have a few upcoming religious holidays during teaching intensive periods. … Read more

www.leedsucu.org.uk

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 29d

Our sister unions will also be balloting soon so we stand together in the sector.

University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 29d

Paul Nowak, @tuc.org.uk General Secretary, stands with UCU members.

In October we ballot over pay, agreements, and jobs.

Vote YES.
#WeAreTheUniversity #ucu

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 29d

Really helpful post here about the upcoming ballot which you'll have seen an email about on Monday. #WeAreTheUniversity - vote yes to:
▶️protect jobs and prevent cuts
▶️defend the agreements that support our work
▶️demand a pay uplift.

UCU Westminster @ucuwestminster.bsky.social · 29d

There should be a joint statement from the five unions in the next day or so (which also mentions pay, jobs, and nationally agreed employment conditions).

For now, here is some further detail on what our dispute is about and what we UCU members will be balloted on nationally:

#WeAreTheUniversity

Our dispute relates to the 2025/26 joint HE trade union national claim, specifically:

1. A pay uplift that is at least RPI + 3.5% or £2,500, whichever is the higher, on all pay points;

2. National agreement to avoid redundancies, course closures, and cuts to academic disciplines across the sector;

3. The protection of national agreements relating to terms and conditions of employment, including the 2004 framework agreement, the Post-92 contract for Post-92 institutions, and HE2000.

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 29d

Parental leave open meeting, today on Zoom 12-1pm. Members got an email with details yesterday and non-members can email ucu@leeds to get them. We want to know your experiences and are commited to making the university a family friendly workplace.

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · 29d

Solidarity

Jim Dickinson @jimdickinson.bsky.social · 29d

"Edinburgh Uni lecturers walk out on first of five days of industrial action"

Edinburgh Uni lecturers walk out on first of five days of industrial action

The University and College Union said it is ‘taking steps’ to extend its mandate for industrial action, which expires in November.

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Aug 15

Solidarity ✊

University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · Aug 15

📍 Bradford UCU are on strike again today against vicious cuts that would axe 300+ jobs and close key courses.

✊ Send solidarity - give them a visit, a like, or a share today to show your support.

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Aug 15

Deadline 5pm today! Don’t forget to vote. More info here and in our Leeds branch email dated 21/07/2025

UCU Westminster @ucuwestminster.bsky.social · Aug 12

🗳️ Vote Now in the UCU National Consultative Ballot 🗳️

A quick thread on this consultative ballot 1/6

UCU consultative ballot info. Vote now for a fully funded sector. Reject UCEAs offer, vote YES to industrial action.

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Jul 31

Please sign and share this @divestuss.bsky.social petition requesting that USS 'commit urgently to divest from fossil fuels and use our money to transition companies to clean energy.' divestuss.org/petition-uss

Petition USS

As the climate crisis worsens, the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) is still investing our pension money in the fossil fuel companies and banks that cause the crisis. We want USS to commit …

divestuss.org

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Katie McDonough @kmcdono.bsky.social · Jul 30

Join us in signing and sharing this petition to prevent layoffs of over 400 people (both academic & professional services staff) at Lancaster University. We are all at risk and it's a scary time.

Jenni Hyde @wallyberry.bsky.social · Jul 30

Hello UK friends - please, please could you sign this petition against the job cuts at my place of work - 1 in 4 us will be out of a job by August next year if we don't stop the cuts. And once you've signed it, please share. We need your help! www.change.org/p/stop-mass-...

Sign the Petition

Stop Mass Redundancies at Lancaster University – Hold Senior Management Accountable

www.change.org

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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · Jul 22

Yesterday's @theguardian.com full-page ad signed by UCU and 50+ orgs demanding a bold, fair and legal climate plan.

Govt has 100 days to act or risk breaking climate law again.

We need warm homes, clean air, green jobs and a liveable future. Tell the PM: tr.ee/O9BL0d

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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · Jul 23

Bradford University staff are striking to stop £16m in cuts.

❌ 460 jobs at risk
📚 Courses slashed

More strike days planned this week and August.

✊Show your support.

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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · Jul 23

The UK government is blocking Palestinian students in Gaza from taking up UK scholarships.

Some have been killed while waiting @theguardian.com

We’ve written to the Home Secretary demanding action and @drjogrady.bsky.social will be on @lbc.co.uk at 4 PM urging the govt to step in.

tr.ee/HjzPtS

Ministers urged to help students trapped in Gaza with places at UK universities

Forty people who have been offered scholarships unable to travel without biometric data they have no way of getting

www.theguardian.com

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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · Jul 23

Want to hear from UCU’s negotiators before you vote?

Join the online member briefing:

🗓️ THIS Friday 14:00-15:30
📝 Register by Friday 11am:

Ask questions. Get the facts. VOTE.

www.ucu.org.uk/HEconsultati...

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Jul 17

EGM now! Come and join us on Zoom. Details emailed yesterday lunchtime from ucu@leeds

leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Jul 16

At the national PSC march for Palestine in London on 18 January, the Met clamped down on the right to protest. Following the march charges were brought against prominent activists, including former NEU executive member, Alex Kenny. 22 union leaders speak out against it. neu.org.uk/latest/press...

Joint statement by 22 union leaders on defending the right to peaceful protest | National Education Union

Following a peaceful march for Palestine on January 18 in London, charges were brought against prominent activists, including former NEU executive member Alex Kenny. This statement calls for the charg...

neu.org.uk

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Jul 12

Current Leeds branch officers and our former hon sec reunited at #DurhamMinersGala today. Stay cool comrades!

A child and three adults holding Leeds UCU banner

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leedsucu.bsky.social @leedsucu.bsky.social · Jul 12

Current Leeds branch officers and our former hon sec reunited at #DurhamMinersGala today. Stay cool comrades!

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