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UK Universities Cut 15,000 Jobs Amid Pay Disputes

10/10/2025

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UK universities have announced more than 15,000 job cuts in the past year.
Lancaster University and the University of Edinburgh plan substantial layoffs to address deficits.
The University and College Union is balloting members for strike action over a 1.4% pay offer, describing it as a real-terms cut.
Jo Grady, general secretary of the University and College Union, criticized management and urged a fairer pay offer.

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Story summary

UK universities have announced more than 15,000 job cuts in the past year.
Lancaster University and the University of Edinburgh plan substantial layoffs to address deficits.
The University and College Union is balloting members for strike action over a 1.4% pay offer, describing it as a real-terms cut.
Jo Grady, general secretary of the University and College Union, criticized management and urged a fairer pay offer.