UCU leaders derided over ‘missed’ chance for better pensions deal
Left impugns tactics in Universities Superannuation Scheme dispute but negotiators claim improvements were achieved
Left impugns tactics in Universities Superannuation Scheme dispute but negotiators claim improvements were achieved
Universities legally entitled to make deductions, but UCU attacks ‘unfair and unprofessional response’
Further walkouts expected in disputes over pay, pensions and working conditions
UEL vice-chancellor says it is wrong that students’ money is used to prop up local government schemes
Union faces divisions internally as well as impasse with vice-chancellors in negotiations
Sir David Eastwood earns £90,000 as USS chair, while Dame Glynis Breakwell gets £50,000
Hundreds of academics refuse to take part in system as part of ongoing industrial action, prompting institutions to draw up contingency plans
Change to the USS scheme is urgently needed to address greater life expectancy and a £17 billion shortfall, says Nicola Dandridge
UCU appeal is latest escalation of row over future of Universities Superannuation Scheme
Universities UK describes decision as ‘hugely disappointing’
Bill Galvin optimistic about future despite massive deficit
University employers say that the UK sector's £30 billion pension fund is performing better than expected - proof that "draconian" cuts to benefits were not needed, a union has claimed.
UCU to reballot 42 branches that narrowly missed turnout threshold
USS reforms on consultation agenda, but UCU aims to build opposition online. John Morgan reports
Employers have agreed to hold fresh talks with the University and College Union over the sector’s biggest pension fund, following the start of industrial action.