Union leaders have warned that further Dundee University strike action ‘looks inevitable.’ It comes as UNISON members continue to reject plans for - ‘work until you drop’ pensions reforms.
The grim prediction was issued as up to 300 staff returned to work today after four-weeks of action. This followed union members rejection of management proposals to close their pension scheme to new members and cut benefits for existing members.Local UNISON Regional Officer Mo Dickson told Dundee Live: “The University has mistakenly chosen to spend its time and resources on attempting to undermine the strike with outside help rather than engaging with the concerns of their own staff.“They are hiding behind a meaningless formal consultation when what our members need is a return to the negotiating table and an improved offer which would allow staff to retire with dignity.DundeeLive brings you the latest headlines from Dundee and beyond.But did you know you all the ways you can stay informed with us?You can get our top stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily news updates.
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