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Jo Grady

General secretary's news

Updates from Jo Grady, UCU's general secretary

  • 23 February 2023

    I am contacting you today with some important information about our reballot and with the results of our recent survey of members. Winning the ballot These next…

  • 17 February 2023

    I'm writing to update you on significant developments regarding our disputes. Action paused We have reached a point in discussions with our employers where we have…

  • 15 February 2023

    The following is the script for UCU general secretary Jo Grady's live broadcast to UCU Rising picket lines, 15 February 2023: Morning everyone! What's better for…

  • 13 February 2023

    Today we met with UCEA at the mediators Acas (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service). Talks are continuing with the aim of resolving the dispute. Tomorrow…

  • 9 February 2023

    I am writing with a very important update on the status of our negotiations with employers. Today we have agreed to meet Universities and Colleges Employers Association…

  • 7 February 2023

    As we prepare for two more days of strike action this week (Thursday 9 and Friday 10 February), we know that the support for our union is only growing. Join us…

  • 1 February 2023

    Today our union has had an incredible day. The action our members delivered has sent a shock through our employers.  And our message is clear: make us a fair, well-rounded…

  • 24 January 2023

    Last week we let you know that UCU's higher education committee (HEC) has called 18 days of strike action over February and March. Today I'm writing to confirm…