UNISON on job losses announced by Durham and Cardiff universities
Commenting on job losses announced by Durham and Cardiff universities today (Tuesday), UNISON head of education Mike Short said:
“Universities, like other public services, were starved of cash under the previous Conservative governments. Persistent underfunding has left many institutions in financial crisis, but essential support staff shouldn't be bearing the brunt of budget woes.
“This is already an anxious time for students. Announcing job cuts just as the applications process for 2025 closes is not a good look for universities.
“Cutting staff numbers is a false economy, harming the higher education experience for thousands of students who will lose their safety, security and support.
"The government must provide long-term, sustainable funding in response to the crisis in higher education."
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Come to our branch AGM 2025 to discuss this, and nominate yourself or others onto the branch committee or the national HE service group to have your say against cuts and for HE funding.