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UNISON is the largest UK trade union for support staff in higher education. We work to improve pay, terms, and conditions for our members. #FundOurFuture #FundOurPay

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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Glasgow Caledonian University staff are on strike as up to 100 jobs are at risk of compulsory redundancy. Universities would not function without dedicated professional service staff, yet they face real-terms pay cuts and the constant thread of redundancy. #FundOurFuture #FundOurPay #Solidarity
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 01/10/2026
Solidarity with staff across all three unions at Glasgow Caledonian University taking action to stop compulsory redundancies and protect essential services students rely on. ✊💜 Unions remain ready to work with the university on a solution that secures jobs and supports students buff.ly/mPb0PR1
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Glasgow Caledonian University staff to strike for two weeks over compulsory redundancies
Security staff, cleaners, couriers, accommodation and registry workers at the university are set to walk out over the dispute
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
❗Jobs are being slashed, courses cut and campuses closed at the 🎓 University of Essex. ✅ We need a new funding model for HE across the UK to defend jobs and save universities. 📝 Write to your MP today and ask them to support the UNISON #FundOurFuture campaign: action.unison.org.uk/page/193558/...
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
❗️Higher education faces a funding crisis across the UK ❗️ 💷 We need a new funding model to save universities, protect jobs, and deliver free education to all🎓 📨 Write to your MP today and ask them to support UNISON's #FundOurFuture campaign action.unison.org.uk/page/193558/... 📨
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Let's fix the funding crisis in HE
I've asked my MP to support changes to university funding. Will you do the same, for all our sakes?
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 17/09/2026
Glasgow Caledonian University staff on strike over job cuts. "These staff play a crucial role in keeping the university running and supporting students. Losing up to 100 jobs would put even more pressure on those who remain and damage the services students depend on" UNISON buff.ly/yw0uada
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Glasgow Caledonian University staff to strike over job cuts
Support staff, including IT workers, security, catering and student welfare, are due to walk out on Thursday
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
UNISON members at Glasgow Caledonian university 🎓 are on strike today, fighting for jobs, education and the student experience.✊ You can support the UNISON campaign to save higher education and #FundOurFuture by writing to your MP today: action.unison.org.uk/page/193558/... 📝
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Simon Macfarlane @simonmacfarlane.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
@unisoninhe.bsky.social members at @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social out on strike against needless compulsory redundancies today. £90 million in reserves and growing yet! At ACAS management refused to utilise reserves to avoid compulsory cuts and to work with unions jointly. @unison.org.uk
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Simon Macfarlane @simonmacfarlane.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Davena Rankin @unison.org.uk Branch Secretary at @glasgowcaledonian.bsky.social sets out why our members are solidly out on strike today. Fighting for jobs, education and the student experience. Time for Alyn Smith MSP the new minister to step in and get this dispute sorted! @unisoninhe.bsky.social
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
The University of Brighton want to derecognise UNISON and the @ucu.org.uk.❗ UNISON SGE chair and the UNISON branch secretary for the University of Brighton took a break from TUC #Congress26 to speak to members of both unions. ✊ We will not allow the rights of members to be targeted in this way.
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🎓 Universities are an essential public service, crucial for the social, cultural and economic growth of the UK. 📨 Email your MP today and ask them to support the UNISON Fund Our Future campaign to defend jobs, save universities and deliver free education. action.unison.org.uk/page/193558/...
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Let's fix the funding crisis in HE
I've asked my MP to support changes to university funding. Will you do the same, for all our sakes?
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
📽️ Throughout September, UNISON is making available a trio of films about climate change and green activism! You can watch these for FREE, all you need to do is register on our website here: unison.org.uk/news/2026/09... Sit back and enjoy! 🍿🍿🍿
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Lights, camera, climate action: it’s Green Film Month
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 04/08/2026
Too hot to work? ☀️🌡️ Help us change the law. Climate change is making heatwaves more frequent and severe. Write to your MP and help us secure stronger protection at work. unison.org.uk/news/2026/08...
Worker in scrubs, mask and gloves with head in hands in blazing sunshine: Too hot to work?
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
What large tech companies refer to as 'artificial intelligence (AI)' is changing the way we interact with technology. If you're a UNISON member working in education we want to hear about your experiences of AI in and out of the workplace. Complete the survey: r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/7ZRO-134/a...
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AI in education
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Congratulations to Arts University Bournemouth for becoming a real living wage employer. Winning in UNISON. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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Arts University Bournemouth commits to Real Living Wage | UNISON - the public service union
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
This week has reminded us that the climate crisis is here and affects us all. UNISON's webinar 'Bargaining on Green Issues' encouraged members to take action in the workplace. The next webinar is on Climate change, intersectionality, and intergenerational justice. unison.org.uk/events/year-...
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Year of Green Activity - Climate change, intersectionality, and intergenerational justice | UNISON - the public service union
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Climate change is significantly impacting worker safety and health, exposing them to higher daily temperatures and more frequent, severe heatwaves. Sign the union-backed petition to tell the HSE that we need a maximum working temperature. #heatwave www.megaphone.org.uk/petitions/we...
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We need a maximum working temperature
A red weather warning has been issued for some parts of the country. We need the rules to keep us all safe at work. Please sign the petition for a maximum working temperature.
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
We need urgent action to defend jobs, campaign for free education, and to save universities from collapse. A full room of members are listening to speakers from the University of Essex, Cymru and Scotland at our NDC fringe rally. #FundOurFuture #fundourpay #uNDC26
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Are you at #uNDC26? The higher education funding crisis affects us all. Join today's rally to fight cuts, defend jobs and promote HE as an essential public service. When? Today at 5:15pm Where? Syndicate 2, Brighton Centre #FundOurFuture #FundOurPay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Are you a delegate to National Delegate Conference? Join the campaign to save HE, Tuesday 16 June at 5:15pm in Syndicate 3. We'll be discussing the HE funding crisis and how we can fight cuts, defend jobs and promote HE as an essential public service. #FundOurFuture #FundOurPay
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Fund our future | UNISON - the public service union
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
‼️After over a decade and a half of real-terms pay cuts, staff working in higher education 🎓 deserve better. Our consultation with members closes at 12 noon 🕛 tomorrow - have your voice heard and REJECT the offer. unsn.uk/4uZCtkH
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Higher Education Pay Consultation 2026 - UNISON National
The consultation Our consultation on this year’s higher education pay offer is now open and closes at 12 noon on 5 June 2026. This is an on-line ballot only. This is your opportunity to have your say ...
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 04/06/2026
🏁 This is your last call to participate in UNISON’s 2026/27 higher education pay consultation, which closes at 12 noon TOMORROW! 🏁 HE is in crisis, use your voice and make a difference 💜 unsn.uk/4uZCtkH @UNISONinHE
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
‼️UNISON's consultation with members on higher education 🎓 pay 💷 closes at noon on 5 June⌛. Another pay cut 📉 is not good enough and staff deserve better. If you missed the email, you can have your voice heard here: unison.tfaforms.net/322 #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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Higher Education Pay Consultation 2026 - UNISON National
The consultation Our consultation on this year’s higher education pay offer is now open and closes at 12 noon on 5 June 2026. This is an on-line ballot only. This is your opportunity to have your say ...
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Another year another pay cut for staff working in higher education. UNISON members are being asked to make their voices heard, with a recommendation to REJECT the offer. You have until 12 noon on 5 June 2026 to have your say. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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Higher Education Pay Consultation 2026 - UNISON National
Pay negotiations for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) covered by New JNCHES have now concluded with another below inflation pay offer. Pay offer The joint trade unions met with the Universities an...
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 26/05/2026
Do you work in Higher Education? Are you struggling after years of below inflation offers and the continuing cost of living crisis? Have your say on this years pay offer - check your emails and click the link to take part in our consultation. unsn.uk/4uZCtkH @UNISONinHE
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Higher Education Pay Consultation 2026 - UNISON National
Pay negotiations for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) covered by New JNCHES have now concluded with another below inflation pay offer. Pay offer The joint trade unions met with the Universities…
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Andrea Egan UNISON General Secretary @andreaegangs.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
I met Bridget Philipson yesterday alongside Ivan Bonsell of our Higher Education Service Group and @drjogrady.bsky.social of the UCU. We raised the funding crisis facing our universities, which is threatening the livelihoods of our members, and made the case for a comprehensive solution.
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 20/05/2026
🌡️🔥 Being too hot at work risks staff health and productivity. UNISON says legal maximum workplace temperatures and investment to adapt to climate change are long overdue. Read more ⬇️ unsn.uk/4nBn4Va
Regulating workplace temperatures and adapting for climate change is long overdue, says UNISON.
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Pay negotiations for 2026/27 have concluded with an offer of a 2% increase on all pay points and a review of the national pay spine. UNISON is consulting members covered by the offer now. The HE service group executive recommends members reject this real-terms pay cut. #fundourpay #FundOurFuture
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Simon Macfarlane @simonmacfarlane.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Jacq Coyle Dow sets out clearly why our @unison.org.uk & @unitetheunion.bsky.social are on strike today for #FairPay at @glasgowschoolofart.bsky.social . We need the next Scottish Government to invest in higher education and the creative industries. @unisoninhe.bsky.social @unison-uofg.bsky.social
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 23/04/2026
🎓📊 Sutton Trust polling shows schools are cutting support for Send pupils as staff numbers fall. UNISON says education reforms will fail without properly funded support staff. Ministers must match ambition with resources. unsn.uk/491MXr2
Sutton Trust polling highlights importance of support staff to ministers’ education reforms, says UNISON
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Today, UNISON members joined a demonstration at the University of Glasgow. After over a decade and a half of real-terms pay cuts, a broken funding model, course closures, cuts and redundancies, HE is in crisis. We need a model based on free education. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 11/03/2026
Solidarity with professional service staff at several UK universities on strike again today over yet another below-inflation national pay offer of just 1.4% 😯 After years of real-terms pay cuts, University staff deserve better! #fundourfuture #fundourpay @unisoninhe.bsky.social
University staff holding banners in Bristol, Manchester and London
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University of Leeds UNISON @uolunison.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Ballots are arriving! 📬 The UNISON HE pay reballot is underway and ballot papers are starting to arrive in the post. We have until 27 March to vote so don’t wait. Get your ballot returned and tell the branch when you’ve voted! For more visit unsn.uk/3ZrKJwu
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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 should be a priority. When it comes to setting ...
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
This week, professional service staff at several universities across the UK are on strike due to the insulting pay cut received in the 2025/26 pay offer. Every year university staff face pay cuts - they deserve better. Solidarity with all those taking action today.✊ #fundourpay #fundourfuture
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UNISON Manchester Metropolitan University @unisonmmu.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Our early picket up and running at All Saints. We’re out today and tomorrow against our pitiful national pay offer of just 1.4% @unison.org.uk @unisoninhe.bsky.social
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 10/03/2026
Solidarity with staff at several UK universities today on strike over yet another (well) below-inflation offer. After years of real-terms pay cuts, another pay cut is an insult. University staff deserve better. If you're near a picket line please support, or send a message! @unisoninhe.bsky.social
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University of Leeds UNISON @uolunison.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Sending support and solidarity to fellow UNISON members striking today at Manchester Met @unisonmmu.bsky.social and Bristol Universities in protest against another insulting pay offer of 1.4% (less than half of current inflation rate). HE financial crisis is not the workers’ fault!
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Stuck for things to do in Bristol or Manchester today? Why not join a picket and show solidarity to striking workers. You never know the people you might meet and the friends you might make. After years of real-terms pay cuts, university staff deserve better. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Bristol and Manchester Met are taking industrial action this week to send a clear message to university leaders - staff in HE need an actual pay rise after years of pay cuts. University staff deserve better. If you're in the area, join a picket line in solidarity. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
This week, university staff Manchester Met and Bristol University are striking to demand a pay rise that acknowledges their work and dedication. After years of real-terms pay cuts, a further pay cut is simply not good enough. University staff deserve better. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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UNISON Manchester Metropolitan University @unisonmmu.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Strike day one is live and kicking! We’re calling for better pay in HE after an insulting pay offer of just 1.4% was imposed on hard working staff. @unison.org.uk @unisoninhe.bsky.social
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
After years of real-terms pay cuts, 1.4% is insulting. Dedicated staff working in universities deserve better. Solidarity with members who are taking industrial action today. #fundourfuture #fundourpay
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University and College Union (UCU) @ucu.org.uk · 05/02/2026
We are here and we are ready! Get yourself down and show your support. ✊ The forum, Southend on Sea
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Universities face an existential crisis. We need a funding model that recognises HE's vital social, cultural, and economic value. Join @unison.org.uk and @ucu.org.uk members tomorrow, with Andrea Egan and Jo Grady, to rally against the cuts. #fundourfuture eastern.unison.org.uk/events/stop-...
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‘If I think about what this means, I want to cry’: what happens when a city loses its university?
When Essex University’s Southend campus opened, it was a message of hope for a ‘left behind’ UK seaside town. Its closure will be felt far beyond its 800 students, some of whom will not get their degr...
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
As part of @tuc.org.uk's Year of Climate Action, @ucu.org.uk are holding x2 workshops ahead of the Education Unions Climate Festival on 14 March. The first, 'embedding Climate Education in the curriculum', is on 4 Feb. @unison.org.uk members can sign up for free. cpd.web.ucu.org.uk/events/embed...
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Embedding Climate Education in the Curriculum- Delivered for Year of Climate Action
4th February, 2026 3:30-5pm – Embedding Climate Education in the Curriculum- Delivered for Year of Climate Action This event is open to any member of an education trade union. The purpose is to provid...
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/01/2026
✊️ UNISON Higher Education Conference delegates stand with staff at the University of Essex Southend campus as they face the threat of closure. We oppose proposed job cuts and course closures. A joint union rally will take place on 5 February at The Forum, Elmer Square, from 12pm-1pm. #uhighered26
Solidarity with staff at University of Essex Southend campus facing threat of closure - from delegates at 2026 UNISON Higher Education Conference in Brighton
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/01/2026
UNISON is fighting for fair pay and proper funding in higher education, warning that workers and students are being hit hard by a growing financial crisis. Read here ⬇️ www.unison.org.uk/news/article...
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Fighting for pay and funding in higher education - UNISON National
'While senior executive pay gets more obscene by the day, our lowest-paid staff struggle to get to the end of the month and this is not acceptable'
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/01/2026
💬 "Together we will continue to campaign for the idea, it's not that radical, that education is valued and should be available to all, for all ages and at all levels." UNISON general secretary @andreaegangs.bsky.social at the 2026 National Higher Education Conference in Brighton. #uhighered26 🎓️
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UNISON @unison.org.uk · 29/01/2026
Welcome to delegates at our National Higher Education Conference #uhighered26 in Brighton! 💜 Conference info: unsn.uk/45uER8U
National Higher Education Conference. 29 January 2026 - Brighton. #uhighered26
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UNISON in Higher Education @unisoninhe.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Delegates have arrived in Brighton and Hove for UNISON's National Higher Education Conference to discuss issues impacting staff working in higher education. HE is in crisis and needs a new, sustainable, funding model based on free education. #fundourfuture www.unison.org.uk/events/2026-...
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