Low and isolated IA impact provides indication of staff reaction to the final pay offer

Initial feedback from the HE institutions facing UCU’s IA has once again been clear and consistent – there are low and isolated levels of disruption to students’ studies. This strike action follows a ballot over last year’s (2022-23) pay uplift and essential changes to USS pensions. Unlike today’s schools’ strikes, all HE institutions are open and operational with only isolated lectures impacted. While these early reports offer some relief and reassurance that HE institutions’ are protecting students effectively, it is saddening if even a single student is impacted. 

Employers hope that low and isolated IA feedback provides an indication of staff reaction to the final pay offer.