Dundee University staff begin 15-day strike over potential job cuts

Workers at Dundee University have initiated a three-week strike in response to management's failure to rule out compulsory redundancies amid a £30 million financial deficit. The University and College Union (UCU) has criticized the administration for its lack of transparency regarding job cuts, with concerns that as many as 500 positions could be affected. Striking staff, supported by students and local unions, argue that staff should not bear the consequences of mismanagement. UCU officials emphasize their commitment to collaborating with the university for a sustainable future while opposing any compulsory job losses. The strike follows the resignation of the former principal, who initially warned of the financial crisis, triggering outrage among faculty members. Dundee University management expressed disappointment over the strike, stating that it would not contribute to a sustainable future for the institution.