Unions and employers in UK higher education have been unable to reach an agreement on a proposed pay rise offer for university staff, making it more likely that further strikes will disrupt the sector in the new academic year.
The Universities and Colleges Employers Association (Ucea) did not improve on its offer of a 3 per cent rise for most staff at the final dispute resolution meeting on 14 July, leaving the five higher education trade unions considering next steps including potential industrial action.
