The AGM is a key event for the EIS, but it is also watched very closely by others. Scotland’s broadcasters and newspapers cover the AGM in great depth, and the debates and decisions of conference are followed closely at both local and national government level.

This year, it was easier than ever before for those outside the hall to follow the AGM as, for the first time, the EIS website featured live updates on the progress of the AGM and a dedicated Twitter feed with additional information direct from inside the conference hall.

At this year’s AGM, teachers and lecturers from across Scotland took the opportunity to send clear messages to both local and national government on major issues such as Curriculum for Excellence, budget cuts, qualifications and assessment, lack of jobs for newly qualified teachers, and support for pupils with Additional Support Needs.

In the AGM 2010 SEJ we highlight the issues discussed and the decisions taken at this year’s AGM. We also report on the conference addresses by outgoing President Helen Connor and General Secretary Ronnie Smith.

We hope you enjoy reading the special AGM edition of the SEJ, and wish all our readers the best for an enjoyable and refreshing summer break.

THE EDITOR:
The SEJ Editor, 46 Moray Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BH
F 0131 220 3151 E sej@eis.org.uk

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