University and College Union cites ‘damning evidence’ published this week
USS chief executive this week confirmed the scheme’s £14bn deficit has shrunk to £1.6bn
UCU issues last minute plea to vice chancellors to revoke cuts to benefits
Survey finds two-thirds of university staff are considering leaving the sector
New industrial ballots have also opened at 149 universities across the UK
The University and College Union will make a decision about industrial action tomorrow
UCU says there is ‘no justification’ for pension cuts as the scheme deficit has shrunk
Employers association for universities says union push for strike action is ‘disappointing’
Scheme members to be asked about potential modifications to 2020 valuation proposals
While the proposal received majority backing, this was without UCU support