Teachers vote for industrial action

Members of NASUWT-The Teachers’ Union in schools across England have voted in favour of industrial action over pay, workload and working time.
 
NASUWT members in state-funded schools in England have balloted in support of industrial action, with 88.5% of eligible members voting to support strike action and 94.3% voting in support of action short of strike action, based on an overall turnout of 51.9%.
 
The Union has confirmed today that it intends to issue notice of a programme of continuous action short of strike action commencing in September, details of which will be announced shortly. Dates for strike action in the autumn term will also be considered by the Union, coordinated with other education unions where possible. 
 
Commenting on the results, Dr Patrick Roach, NASUWT General Secretary, said: “Today our members have sent a strong message to the government and to employers that teachers demand a better deal on pay and to address excessive workload and working hours.