Menu
28/05/2012
NUT And NASUWT Reach Historic Agreement
The National Union of Teachers (NUT) and NASUWT have reached an historic agreement to act together in defence of teachers and education.
The NUT and NASUWT will not allow its pensions, professional practice, working conditions and workload to worsen.
In a joint statement the NUT and NASUWT said: "We will not let our pay and jobs be cut. Together we represent 85% of the teaching profession in England and Wales. We are a formidable force.
"We have written to the Secretary of State calling for urgent discussions about the concerns of the teaching profession. We want to talk and we are willing to meet at any time. However, should the Government refuse to listen, then it is our intention to ask for your support for joint industrial action by the NASUWT and NUT.
"We believe that we have to make a stand together and that together we can make a real difference.
"As part of this process the NUT will be balloting eligible members later this term for both strike action and action short of strike in the autumn term. A high turnout and YES vote will help strengthen our negotiating position. Please vote YES to both questions as soon as you get your ballot paper.
"Working with colleagues in the NASUWT, we will be better able to protect teachers and defend education."
(CD/GK)
The NUT and NASUWT will not allow its pensions, professional practice, working conditions and workload to worsen.
In a joint statement the NUT and NASUWT said: "We will not let our pay and jobs be cut. Together we represent 85% of the teaching profession in England and Wales. We are a formidable force.
"We have written to the Secretary of State calling for urgent discussions about the concerns of the teaching profession. We want to talk and we are willing to meet at any time. However, should the Government refuse to listen, then it is our intention to ask for your support for joint industrial action by the NASUWT and NUT.
"We believe that we have to make a stand together and that together we can make a real difference.
"As part of this process the NUT will be balloting eligible members later this term for both strike action and action short of strike in the autumn term. A high turnout and YES vote will help strengthen our negotiating position. Please vote YES to both questions as soon as you get your ballot paper.
"Working with colleagues in the NASUWT, we will be better able to protect teachers and defend education."
(CD/GK)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
07 September 2012
Teachers Vote For Strike Action Over Pay
In a row over pay and working conditions, teachers in England and Wales have voted to go on strike. 82.5% of members of the National Union of Teachers (NUT) who voted were in favour of walkouts. The turnout was 27%. They will campaign alongside the other big teachers' union, the NASUWT, to safeguard their profession, they said.
Teachers Vote For Strike Action Over Pay
In a row over pay and working conditions, teachers in England and Wales have voted to go on strike. 82.5% of members of the National Union of Teachers (NUT) who voted were in favour of walkouts. The turnout was 27%. They will campaign alongside the other big teachers' union, the NASUWT, to safeguard their profession, they said.
04 March 2004
Teachers union prepares to take strike action
Members of the largest teachers union in Northern Ireland, the NASUWT, have voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute aimed at maintaining pay parity with colleagues in England and Wales.
Teachers union prepares to take strike action
Members of the largest teachers union in Northern Ireland, the NASUWT, have voted in favour of industrial action in a dispute aimed at maintaining pay parity with colleagues in England and Wales.
24 April 2008
School's Out As Teachers Strike
Schools across England and Wales will have their gates shut today as the National Union of Teachers (NUT) calls strike action. In a move that Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called "regrettable", more than 8,000 schools are closed or will face disruption as teachers walk out for the first time in about 20 years.
School's Out As Teachers Strike
Schools across England and Wales will have their gates shut today as the National Union of Teachers (NUT) calls strike action. In a move that Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called "regrettable", more than 8,000 schools are closed or will face disruption as teachers walk out for the first time in about 20 years.
23 April 2008
Schools Face Teacher Walk Out
A leading Government minister is opposing a mass walk out in schools by members of the National Union of Teachers. The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, Ed Balls believes that "the majority" of teachers do not wish to take strike action on Thursday. "Teachers should not be walking out," Mr Balls said.
Schools Face Teacher Walk Out
A leading Government minister is opposing a mass walk out in schools by members of the National Union of Teachers. The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, Ed Balls believes that "the majority" of teachers do not wish to take strike action on Thursday. "Teachers should not be walking out," Mr Balls said.
25 September 2003
Rise in degree qualified teachers: survey
More secondary school teachers have degrees and more lessons are taught by teachers with degrees in that subject, according to the results of a new survey.
Rise in degree qualified teachers: survey
More secondary school teachers have degrees and more lessons are taught by teachers with degrees in that subject, according to the results of a new survey.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:After a dry start this morning rain will spread from the northwest across all parts. This afternoon will be dull with some patchy rain and drizzle. Becoming much milder through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:A cloudy evening and night with a little light rain or drizzle, perhaps some clear periods developing along the east coast. A very mild night everywhere. Minimum temperature 10 °C.
