UCU election manifesto calls for more investment in education
9 May 2017
The next government must invest more in education and support people to improve their skills regardless of age, background or location, says the University and College Union (UCU) as it launches its election manifesto.
The union's manifesto identifies a number of key areas for investment and reform in post-school education, and invites political parties to work with UCU to develop a long-term vision for lifelong learning in the UK.
The proposals include changing how education is funded, protecting the rights of international staff and students, reforming university admissions and expanding the apprenticeship levy.
UCU general secretary, Sally Hunt, said: 'Education has a key role to play in creating a thriving UK economy, but our colleges and universities need proper investment to ensure that everyone can fulfil their potential. With Brexit and the government's recent legislation for further and higher education creating great uncertainty, we need decisive action from the next government to provide stability in the coming years.
'Politicians need to guarantee the rights of students and staff and offer a genuine alternative to the current student finance system if they are to win the confidence of UCU members and students in June.'
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