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Following the unanimous rejection by the Salaries Committee of the latest revised pay offer from the Scottish Government and COSLA (the reasons for rejecting the most recent offer are available here), and the failure of the Scottish Government and COSLA to make any further improved offer, last week's targeted strike action in four key constituency areas went ahead as planned.
These strikes were solid and picket line and local lobbies were strong.
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In the absence of a reasonable offer from the Scottish Government and COSLA, the two days of national strike action planned for today and Wednesday will go ahead.
AHDS and SSTA have indicated that their members are not taking part in this national action.
The EIS Membership Department has received a significant number of requests for EIS membership over the past few days.
Further targeted strike action is planned for Tuesday 7th until Thursday 9th March, inclusive, in all five key constituency areas: Glasgow Southside, Perthshire North, Dunfermline, Clydebank and Milngavie, and Dumfries and Galloway, Ward 2.
Dates for the rolling programme of strike action commencing 13th March, were agreed at Friday’s meeting of the Executive Committee.
The EIS remains, as ever, willing and available to engage in further discussions with both the Scottish Government and COSLA, through the appropriate SNCT forum, to attempt to reach a resolution to this dispute.
However, the Executive Committee also agreed to further escalate strike action as necessary in the remaining weeks of the current mandate. Developments will be kept under close review.
Council approval will be sought for a £5 national levy of members to support the strike action.
Please continue to check the Strike FAQs which are updated regularly.
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EIS ULA members have already been advised on the slightly improved offer for 2023-24 and on ACAS talks to amend the national pay spine. To facilitate these talks, the strike action at UWS and Glasgow Caledonian planned for this week has been cancelled. The statutory 6-month strike mandate for the 2022-23 dispute has almost expired, and a further statutory ballot to renew this on a disaggregated basis for all EIS HEIs will be held shortly.
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National Demonstration - 11 March
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Our national march and rally for fair pay, taking place in Glasgow on Saturday, 11th March.
We assemble at Kelvingrove Park from 10.30am with our march-off to Glasgow Green around 11.30am. We hope to arrive and to be rallying in Glasgow Green from around 1pm.
We need everyone to be wearing and waving our campaign colours: beanies, baseball caps and berets; scarves, tabards and t-shirts; placards, banners and flags…More campaign merchandise is on the way as we prepare for what we plan to be a huge display of intent and support for our Pay Attention campaign.
Mark the date on your calendar, invite your family and friends, get creative with your branch on banner-making…This is going to be massive and you don't want to miss it.
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International Women's Day 2023
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The EIS will celebrate International Women’s Day this year, by reflecting on our past, and looking to the future of women's union activism.
We warmly invite all EIS members as well as any student teacher, to join us for an evening event taking place on Thursday 16th March 2023, in Glasgow at the Radisson Blu Hotel.
The event will include a wine reception, short film screening and inspiring conversation with Eve Livingston (author of 'Make Bosses Pay') and Eireann McAuley (STUC Equality and Policy Officer) about the future of women's trade union activism, with more speakers to be announced. Attendees will also be able to create their own activist poster, with the help of illustrator Jules Scheele.
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As you may be aware, the National Qualifications Appeals System used last session (2022) has been discontinued.
This means there will be no submission of alternative assessment evidence in 2023 for appeals.
More information can be found on our website.
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TIE Teachers' Gathering 2023
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In May, TIE (Time for Inclusive Education) is hosting its second Teachers' Gathering: a professional learning event and networking opportunity for teachers and school staff who are advancing LGBT Inclusive Education, or keen to get started.
The free event will take place in Glasgow on Saturday 13th May, 10am - 4pm and is open to all primary and secondary teachers. All attendees will receive resource packs.
Register your interest here, and TIE will contact you directly with further information soon. Please note that places are limited and will be allocated to ensure diversity of perspectives.
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EIS Action Research Grants - Applications Open
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Applications are now open for the EIS Action Research Grants programme 2023-24.
EIS members can access £500 of funding to facilitate both learning and action and, in doing so, offer teaching professionals the opportunity for personal and professional development.
Researchers are further supported by regular peer-support meetings and guidance from academic partners to enhance their projects and wider professional learning.
EIS Action Researchers go on to present at conferences and events across Scotland and share their findings with the wider sector.
For a list of possible topics and information on how to apply, visit the EIS website or email the Professional Learning Co-Ordinator at rhenthorn@eis.org.uk
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Stand up to Racism Scotland Demonstration
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RESIST RACISM! - Sat 18th March 2023 (Assemble Glasgow city centre at 11am)
Save the date for this demonstration on Saturday the 18th of March 2023, as part of co-ordinated international protests around UN Anti-Racism Day. Come along, bring your banners and flags, and help the EIS to be visible in its stand against racism.
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