Menu
31/10/2013
Universities Begin Strike
Lecturers and workers at Northern Ireland's two universities have begun a strike as part of UK-wide action over pay and work loads.The one-day strike is being held by staff who belong to the University and College Union and the UK's biggest union, UNITE.
Neither Queen's University Belfast nor the University of Ulster officially support the action. Both universities have declared 'business as usual' during the action.
UNISON members are striking against a 1% pay offer.
The action has received support from unions across the world, including international public services union PSI, Canadian union CUPE, German union Ver.di, Greek union ADEDY and Korean union KFPS.
UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: "Taking part in strike action on 31 October will send a message to the employers that they must stop their attempts to act like the worst private sector employers. Universities couldn't run without you and your colleagues and they rely on your dedication, flexibility and goodwill.
"I know that you have pride in the work you do and that for many of you, the idea of taking action is a difficult one. However, unless we take a strong stand they will continue to take advantage of you and your colleagues."
He concluded: "You deserve a better standard of living for your hard work and the contribution that you make to the success of UK universities. To achieve this, you need to speak up and show the depth of feeling among staff that it is time for a fair settlement in higher education."
(IT/MH)
Neither Queen's University Belfast nor the University of Ulster officially support the action. Both universities have declared 'business as usual' during the action.
UNISON members are striking against a 1% pay offer.
The action has received support from unions across the world, including international public services union PSI, Canadian union CUPE, German union Ver.di, Greek union ADEDY and Korean union KFPS.
UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis said: "Taking part in strike action on 31 October will send a message to the employers that they must stop their attempts to act like the worst private sector employers. Universities couldn't run without you and your colleagues and they rely on your dedication, flexibility and goodwill.
"I know that you have pride in the work you do and that for many of you, the idea of taking action is a difficult one. However, unless we take a strong stand they will continue to take advantage of you and your colleagues."
He concluded: "You deserve a better standard of living for your hard work and the contribution that you make to the success of UK universities. To achieve this, you need to speak up and show the depth of feeling among staff that it is time for a fair settlement in higher education."
(IT/MH)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
16 April 2004
Coleraine Social Security contingency plans announced
The Social Security Agency today announced that special arrangements have been made to maintain services during the strike action planned by Civil Servants at its Coleraine office on Monday. The strike is a continuation by members of the trade union, NIPSA over pay conditions.
Coleraine Social Security contingency plans announced
The Social Security Agency today announced that special arrangements have been made to maintain services during the strike action planned by Civil Servants at its Coleraine office on Monday. The strike is a continuation by members of the trade union, NIPSA over pay conditions.
01 October 2003
Shorts workers vote in favour of strike action
Members of the largest trade union group at Bombardier Shorts have narrowly voted in favour of strike action. The ballot, by trade union group Amicus, called on members to vote on whether they were prepared to take strike action over the current jobs threat at the aerospace company as well as a recent change in afternoon shift patterns.
Shorts workers vote in favour of strike action
Members of the largest trade union group at Bombardier Shorts have narrowly voted in favour of strike action. The ballot, by trade union group Amicus, called on members to vote on whether they were prepared to take strike action over the current jobs threat at the aerospace company as well as a recent change in afternoon shift patterns.
01 December 2021
Lecturers At Queen's And Ulster University Begin Strike Action
Some lecturers and support staff at Queen's and Ulster universities are starting three days of strike action over pay, workloads and pensions. The action is being taken by the University College Union (UCU). A total of 58 universities across the UK are taking industrial actions until Friday, 03 December.
Lecturers At Queen's And Ulster University Begin Strike Action
Some lecturers and support staff at Queen's and Ulster universities are starting three days of strike action over pay, workloads and pensions. The action is being taken by the University College Union (UCU). A total of 58 universities across the UK are taking industrial actions until Friday, 03 December.
08 May 2002
Strike action at Aldergrove suspended pending talks
Security staff at Belfast International Airport have returned to their jobs just hours after they commenced strike action following fresh talks between union officials and their employers. Around 100 security staff employed by aviation security firm ICTS went on strike from 4am to 8am on Wednesday May 7 in protest over pay and conditions.
Strike action at Aldergrove suspended pending talks
Security staff at Belfast International Airport have returned to their jobs just hours after they commenced strike action following fresh talks between union officials and their employers. Around 100 security staff employed by aviation security firm ICTS went on strike from 4am to 8am on Wednesday May 7 in protest over pay and conditions.
16 December 2014
Trade Unions To Consider Strike Action Over Public Services Cuts
Trade unions in Northern Ireland are to hold a series of public meetings to consider industrial action over cuts to public services.
Trade Unions To Consider Strike Action Over Public Services Cuts
Trade unions in Northern Ireland are to hold a series of public meetings to consider industrial action over cuts to public services.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be cloudy again throughout the day. Mainly dry in the morning, but patchy drizzle in places, becoming more widespread and persistent in the afternoon. Freshening southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with a spell of heavy rain pushing south through late evening and the early hours, followed by some clear spells. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
