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UK college staff to strike over pay, workloads, and fairer conditions starting Oct. 13.
Around 10,000 college staff at 68 institutions in England will be balloted for strike action from October 13 to November 17 over demands for higher pay, reduced workloads, and a national bargaining framework.
The UCU is seeking a 10% or £3,000 pay rise, pay parity with school teachers within three years, and a minimum starting salary of £30,000.
The union warns of serious disruption due to declining pay and high turnover, while the Association of Colleges recommended a 4% raise for 2025/26, acknowledging it falls short.
College teachers earn about 15% less than school teachers on average.
Despite a government pledge of £1.2 billion annually for further education by 2028/29, funding remains below 2010 levels.
The Prime Minister has set new education targets and launched 14 technical colleges, but union leaders say fair pay and conditions are essential to meet national goals.
El personal universitario del Reino Unido en huelga por salarios, cargas de trabajo y condiciones más equitativas a partir del 13 de octubre.