UCU Strike Action
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What is UCU Strike Action?

Recently the University and College Union (UCU) has voted to take further industrial action relating to working conditions and pensions; this strike is happening nationally.

Important Infomation

The Marking and Assessment Boycott (MAB) will commence on Thursday the 20th of April, and means that UCU are asking their members, in universities that are a part of the pay and working conditions dispute, to cease all marking and associated activities, including invigilating. 

We understand that many students will be concerned over the interruption to their planned assessment schedules and your SU Officers will continue to voice these worries to the University Senior Leadership Team. We will continue communications with students throughout the strikes to update on any changes or developments as this continues. This boycott is a new experience for us all, but we are working hard to ensure that students can progress onto further study or graduation. 

It is crucial that you sit your scheduled assessments/examinations as normal, as it's not yet clear which courses will be affected. 

If anyone is affected by the upcoming strike, we urge you to contact our Advice and Support Team who will be on hand to offer support and assistance. You can book time to speak with them via advice@swansea-union.co.uk. You can also contact your Full-time Officer team at fto@swansea-union.co.uk. 

 

From your President

Esyllt Rosser, SU President 2022-23

Our Full-time Officer team are dedicated to supporting our students throughout this period of industrial action. We understand that this new wave of strike action will be concerning and upsetting for many of our students, and this experience is new for us all. We are meeting regularly with the University and UCU members to ensure that we are able to consistently update our students on the boycott. We are currently working on ensuring that all students will be able to progress onto the next year of study and/or graduate this academic year.

We understand that this situation will be adding to an already stressful time period for you all and are working on ensuring that you will be able to progress as usual this year. We will keep you updated on all information provided to us. 

If you are in need of support during this time, please contact our Advice and Support Centre on advice@swansea-union.co.uk. 

 
 
 

FAQ's

What services will be open?

The Students' Union, University, services and catering facilities will all operate as normal throughout this period of industrial action. 

 
 

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