UNISON in Higher Education
@unisoninhe.bsky.social
UNISON is the largest UK trade union for support staff in higher education. We work to improve pay, terms, and conditions for our members. #StandTogether #FundOurFuture
The Pay Ballot Bear has voted, have you?
Your HE industrial action pay ballot must be received by Friday! Post your ballot TODAY!
Send a message to your employer that 1.4% is not good enough. University staff deserve better than another real-terms pay cut. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
Your HE industrial action pay ballot must be received by Friday! Post your ballot TODAY!
Send a message to your employer that 1.4% is not good enough. University staff deserve better than another real-terms pay cut. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
November 26, 2025 at 11:47 AM
The Pay Ballot Bear has voted, have you?
Your HE industrial action pay ballot must be received by Friday! Post your ballot TODAY!
Send a message to your employer that 1.4% is not good enough. University staff deserve better than another real-terms pay cut. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
Your HE industrial action pay ballot must be received by Friday! Post your ballot TODAY!
Send a message to your employer that 1.4% is not good enough. University staff deserve better than another real-terms pay cut. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Digital tools are increasingly used to stalk, harass, and sexually exploit women and girls. AI amplifies the abuse. Action is needed from tech companies, governments and society.
There is #NoExcuse for online abuse.
Digital tools are increasingly used to stalk, harass, and sexually exploit women and girls. AI amplifies the abuse. Action is needed from tech companies, governments and society.
There is #NoExcuse for online abuse.
November 25, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Digital tools are increasingly used to stalk, harass, and sexually exploit women and girls. AI amplifies the abuse. Action is needed from tech companies, governments and society.
There is #NoExcuse for online abuse.
Digital tools are increasingly used to stalk, harass, and sexually exploit women and girls. AI amplifies the abuse. Action is needed from tech companies, governments and society.
There is #NoExcuse for online abuse.
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Last call for higher education members to return their ballot papers so get down to your local post box today and return your vote! 🏁
www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526 @UNISONinHE
www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526 @UNISONinHE
Higher Education Pay 2025/26 | UNISON National
There is a major crisis within higher education. After years of low pay, below inflation offers and with the continuing cost of living crisis – your pay
www.unison.org.uk
November 24, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Last call for higher education members to return their ballot papers so get down to your local post box today and return your vote! 🏁
www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526 @UNISONinHE
www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526 @UNISONinHE
Time is running out fast to post your vote.
Your higher education strike ballot must be received by this Friday (28 November) for your vote to count.
VOTE YES in the HE pay ballot and send a message that university staff deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
Your higher education strike ballot must be received by this Friday (28 November) for your vote to count.
VOTE YES in the HE pay ballot and send a message that university staff deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
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November 24, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Time is running out fast to post your vote.
Your higher education strike ballot must be received by this Friday (28 November) for your vote to count.
VOTE YES in the HE pay ballot and send a message that university staff deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
Your higher education strike ballot must be received by this Friday (28 November) for your vote to count.
VOTE YES in the HE pay ballot and send a message that university staff deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
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Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance 🏳️⚧️ 🕯️
Trade unionism is all about solidarity, with no one left to face trouble alone. We are stronger together.
Join our networks and find support. unsn.uk/2tJY83u
Trade unionism is all about solidarity, with no one left to face trouble alone. We are stronger together.
Join our networks and find support. unsn.uk/2tJY83u
November 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance 🏳️⚧️ 🕯️
Trade unionism is all about solidarity, with no one left to face trouble alone. We are stronger together.
Join our networks and find support. unsn.uk/2tJY83u
Trade unionism is all about solidarity, with no one left to face trouble alone. We are stronger together.
Join our networks and find support. unsn.uk/2tJY83u
TODAY IS YOUR LAST CHANCE to order a replacement ballot paper for the HE IA pay ballot - the hotline closes at 12, noon.
If you still have not received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
If you still have not received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
November 20, 2025 at 9:15 AM
TODAY IS YOUR LAST CHANCE to order a replacement ballot paper for the HE IA pay ballot - the hotline closes at 12, noon.
If you still have not received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
If you still have not received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
It is your last chance to order a replacement ballot paper for the HE IA pay ballot - the hotline closes tomorrow at 12 noon.
If you still haven't received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action and post your ballot back today.
If you still haven't received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action and post your ballot back today.
November 19, 2025 at 3:43 PM
It is your last chance to order a replacement ballot paper for the HE IA pay ballot - the hotline closes tomorrow at 12 noon.
If you still haven't received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action and post your ballot back today.
If you still haven't received your ballot, login to MyUNISON www.unison.org.uk/my-unison or phone 08000 857 857.
Vote YES for strike action and post your ballot back today.
The HE pay ballot closes in just ten days - your ballot needs to be received by 28 November for it to be counted. Vote YES today to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
1.4% is a real-terms pay cut, and unfair compared to other public sector offers. University staff deserve better.
1.4% is a real-terms pay cut, and unfair compared to other public sector offers. University staff deserve better.
November 18, 2025 at 9:53 AM
The HE pay ballot closes in just ten days - your ballot needs to be received by 28 November for it to be counted. Vote YES today to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
1.4% is a real-terms pay cut, and unfair compared to other public sector offers. University staff deserve better.
1.4% is a real-terms pay cut, and unfair compared to other public sector offers. University staff deserve better.
Make sure that your HE IA pay ballot is returned by 28 November for your vote to count. Vote YES and come together to say enough. University staff are worth more than 1.4%.
Need a replacement ballot? Our hotline closes on 20 November: call UNISON Direct on 0800 0 857 857
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
Need a replacement ballot? Our hotline closes on 20 November: call UNISON Direct on 0800 0 857 857
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
November 17, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Make sure that your HE IA pay ballot is returned by 28 November for your vote to count. Vote YES and come together to say enough. University staff are worth more than 1.4%.
Need a replacement ballot? Our hotline closes on 20 November: call UNISON Direct on 0800 0 857 857
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
Need a replacement ballot? Our hotline closes on 20 November: call UNISON Direct on 0800 0 857 857
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
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The hotline for the higher education ballot closes on 20 November. If you have lost or misplaced your ballot paper you can call 0800 0 857 857 or log into your MyUNISON online to request a new one. Don’t miss your chance to have your say to improve your pay.
www.unison.org.uk/my-unison @UNISONinHE
www.unison.org.uk/my-unison @UNISONinHE
November 17, 2025 at 9:45 AM
The hotline for the higher education ballot closes on 20 November. If you have lost or misplaced your ballot paper you can call 0800 0 857 857 or log into your MyUNISON online to request a new one. Don’t miss your chance to have your say to improve your pay.
www.unison.org.uk/my-unison @UNISONinHE
www.unison.org.uk/my-unison @UNISONinHE
Thank you to everyone who came to the HE and FE seminar this week. The #fundourfuture bears, fundraising for There For You, were named Attlee and Unity.
The seminar may be over but UNISON's pay ballot is not. Vote YES and have your ballot returned by 28 November to #fundourpay.
The seminar may be over but UNISON's pay ballot is not. Vote YES and have your ballot returned by 28 November to #fundourpay.
November 6, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Thank you to everyone who came to the HE and FE seminar this week. The #fundourfuture bears, fundraising for There For You, were named Attlee and Unity.
The seminar may be over but UNISON's pay ballot is not. Vote YES and have your ballot returned by 28 November to #fundourpay.
The seminar may be over but UNISON's pay ballot is not. Vote YES and have your ballot returned by 28 November to #fundourpay.
These ballot bears have arrived in York for the #UNISONHEFE25 Seminar! These two will be finding a new home with our 'name the bear' competition, fundraising for There For You (UNISON Welfare).
Follow us for more bear giveaways coming soon!
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
Follow us for more bear giveaways coming soon!
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
November 3, 2025 at 5:40 PM
These ballot bears have arrived in York for the #UNISONHEFE25 Seminar! These two will be finding a new home with our 'name the bear' competition, fundraising for There For You (UNISON Welfare).
Follow us for more bear giveaways coming soon!
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
Follow us for more bear giveaways coming soon!
#fundourfuture #fundourpay
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Posting my YES vote for strike action as part of UNISON in Higher Education’s national pay campaign - this year’s dismal 1.4% pay ‘rise’ is the latest in a long line of real terms pay cuts.
We deserve so much better.
Fund our future!
Fund our pay!
@unisonmmu.bsky.social @unisoninhe.bsky.social
We deserve so much better.
Fund our future!
Fund our pay!
@unisonmmu.bsky.social @unisoninhe.bsky.social
November 3, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Posting my YES vote for strike action as part of UNISON in Higher Education’s national pay campaign - this year’s dismal 1.4% pay ‘rise’ is the latest in a long line of real terms pay cuts.
We deserve so much better.
Fund our future!
Fund our pay!
@unisonmmu.bsky.social @unisoninhe.bsky.social
We deserve so much better.
Fund our future!
Fund our pay!
@unisonmmu.bsky.social @unisoninhe.bsky.social
Our bearllot bear has returned their ballot📮and VOTED YES for strike action! Have you? We need to have received your ballot by 28 Nov for it to count. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
You can request replacement ballots by logging in to My UNISON unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ or calling our helpline on 0800 0 857 857.
You can request replacement ballots by logging in to My UNISON unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ or calling our helpline on 0800 0 857 857.
October 31, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Our bearllot bear has returned their ballot📮and VOTED YES for strike action! Have you? We need to have received your ballot by 28 Nov for it to count. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
You can request replacement ballots by logging in to My UNISON unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ or calling our helpline on 0800 0 857 857.
You can request replacement ballots by logging in to My UNISON unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ or calling our helpline on 0800 0 857 857.
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📮 If you have lost or misplaced your higher education ballot paper you can request a new one via your My UNISON account - unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ Or you can call our helpline on 0800 0 857 857 Just make sure you have your membership number ready! @UNISONinHE
October 30, 2025 at 1:53 PM
📮 If you have lost or misplaced your higher education ballot paper you can request a new one via your My UNISON account - unsn.uk/3T8WMfJ Or you can call our helpline on 0800 0 857 857 Just make sure you have your membership number ready! @UNISONinHE
The higher education pay ballot is open now. Staff in universities deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.
Without dedicated support staff, universities would not function. VOTE YES in the industrial action pay ballot to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
Without dedicated support staff, universities would not function. VOTE YES in the industrial action pay ballot to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
October 28, 2025 at 9:28 AM
The higher education pay ballot is open now. Staff in universities deserve better than constant real-terms pay cuts.
Without dedicated support staff, universities would not function. VOTE YES in the industrial action pay ballot to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
Without dedicated support staff, universities would not function. VOTE YES in the industrial action pay ballot to #fundourfuture and #fundourpay.
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🚨 We are balloting members in higher education over this years pay offer. Voting YES for strike action sends a strong message to your employers that you deserve more for your hard work.
More info: www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526/
@UNISONinHE
More info: www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526/
@UNISONinHE
Higher Education Pay 2025/26 | UNISON National
There is a major crisis within higher education. After years of low pay, below inflation offers and with the continuing cost of living crisis – your pay
www.unison.org.uk
October 27, 2025 at 8:02 AM
🚨 We are balloting members in higher education over this years pay offer. Voting YES for strike action sends a strong message to your employers that you deserve more for your hard work.
More info: www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526/
@UNISONinHE
More info: www.unison.org.uk/hepay2526/
@UNISONinHE
Did you know, holding a bear makes you 3,000% less stressed.
No? Because this figure is made up! Education is essential for teaching critical thinking and how to spot #fakenews.
Universities would not function without dedicated support staff. VOTE YES in the pay ballot. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
No? Because this figure is made up! Education is essential for teaching critical thinking and how to spot #fakenews.
Universities would not function without dedicated support staff. VOTE YES in the pay ballot. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
October 27, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Did you know, holding a bear makes you 3,000% less stressed.
No? Because this figure is made up! Education is essential for teaching critical thinking and how to spot #fakenews.
Universities would not function without dedicated support staff. VOTE YES in the pay ballot. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
No? Because this figure is made up! Education is essential for teaching critical thinking and how to spot #fakenews.
Universities would not function without dedicated support staff. VOTE YES in the pay ballot. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
The #fundourfuture bear has voted in the industrial action pay ballot and returned their #bearllotpaper – have you?
Universities would not function without support staff, and a pay offer of just 1.4% - a real-terms pay cut – is simply not good enough. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
Universities would not function without support staff, and a pay offer of just 1.4% - a real-terms pay cut – is simply not good enough. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
October 24, 2025 at 7:51 AM
The #fundourfuture bear has voted in the industrial action pay ballot and returned their #bearllotpaper – have you?
Universities would not function without support staff, and a pay offer of just 1.4% - a real-terms pay cut – is simply not good enough. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
Universities would not function without support staff, and a pay offer of just 1.4% - a real-terms pay cut – is simply not good enough. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
Take a moment today and paws for education!
Higher education is in crisis and needs a new, sustainable, funding model based on free education and to defend jobs.
Our HE pay ballot is open - VOTE YES for industrial action and post your ballot as soon as you receive it! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
Higher education is in crisis and needs a new, sustainable, funding model based on free education and to defend jobs.
Our HE pay ballot is open - VOTE YES for industrial action and post your ballot as soon as you receive it! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
October 23, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Take a moment today and paws for education!
Higher education is in crisis and needs a new, sustainable, funding model based on free education and to defend jobs.
Our HE pay ballot is open - VOTE YES for industrial action and post your ballot as soon as you receive it! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
Higher education is in crisis and needs a new, sustainable, funding model based on free education and to defend jobs.
Our HE pay ballot is open - VOTE YES for industrial action and post your ballot as soon as you receive it! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
These #FundOurFuture UNISON bears need a new home! Follow us on social media (Facebook, Bluesky and X) to find out about upcoming giveaways and 'name the bear' competitions.
In the meantime, the industrial action ballot is open now. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
In the meantime, the industrial action ballot is open now. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
October 22, 2025 at 9:59 AM
These #FundOurFuture UNISON bears need a new home! Follow us on social media (Facebook, Bluesky and X) to find out about upcoming giveaways and 'name the bear' competitions.
In the meantime, the industrial action ballot is open now. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
In the meantime, the industrial action ballot is open now. VOTE YES for industrial action to #fundourpay.
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University staff begin strike vote on below-inflation pay offer
Support staff at more than 100 universities across the UK are voting on potential strike action following a below-inflation pay offer from senior managers.
unsn.uk/3KTakdv
Support staff at more than 100 universities across the UK are voting on potential strike action following a below-inflation pay offer from senior managers.
unsn.uk/3KTakdv
October 21, 2025 at 9:09 AM
University staff begin strike vote on below-inflation pay offer
Support staff at more than 100 universities across the UK are voting on potential strike action following a below-inflation pay offer from senior managers.
unsn.uk/3KTakdv
Support staff at more than 100 universities across the UK are voting on potential strike action following a below-inflation pay offer from senior managers.
unsn.uk/3KTakdv
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UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea: “Ministers need to overhaul the funding of universities in a way that recognises their value to students, communities and the wider economy."
“It’s vital education remains affordable so no one is discouraged from studying due to cost.” unsn.uk/43lD7gU
“It’s vital education remains affordable so no one is discouraged from studying due to cost.” unsn.uk/43lD7gU
October 21, 2025 at 12:30 PM
UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea: “Ministers need to overhaul the funding of universities in a way that recognises their value to students, communities and the wider economy."
“It’s vital education remains affordable so no one is discouraged from studying due to cost.” unsn.uk/43lD7gU
“It’s vital education remains affordable so no one is discouraged from studying due to cost.” unsn.uk/43lD7gU
The higher education pay ballot is now open. Dedicated staff across universities deserve better than a real-terms pay cut.
🗳️Look out for your ballot paper in the green envelope and VOTE YES for strike action! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
🗳️Look out for your ballot paper in the green envelope and VOTE YES for strike action! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
October 21, 2025 at 8:28 AM
The higher education pay ballot is now open. Dedicated staff across universities deserve better than a real-terms pay cut.
🗳️Look out for your ballot paper in the green envelope and VOTE YES for strike action! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
🗳️Look out for your ballot paper in the green envelope and VOTE YES for strike action! #fundourfuture #fundourpay
Universities would not function without support staff. A 1.4% pay offer is an insult to their hard work and dedication. All staff deserve better than a real-terms pay cut.
The UNISON pay ballot for industrial action opens TODAY. VOTE YES for industrial action. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
The UNISON pay ballot for industrial action opens TODAY. VOTE YES for industrial action. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
October 20, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Universities would not function without support staff. A 1.4% pay offer is an insult to their hard work and dedication. All staff deserve better than a real-terms pay cut.
The UNISON pay ballot for industrial action opens TODAY. VOTE YES for industrial action. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
The UNISON pay ballot for industrial action opens TODAY. VOTE YES for industrial action. #fundourfuture #fundourpay