@jonathanmendel.bsky.social
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If you missed it, here’s the interim Principal talking about substantial future job cuts at University of Dundee.
He refers to the number of job losses recommended in the recovery plan. This is 390FTE with 340FTE via redundancies.
We believe redundancies are not necessary. #SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
He refers to the number of job losses recommended in the recovery plan. This is 390FTE with 340FTE via redundancies.
We believe redundancies are not necessary. #SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
November 5, 2025 at 7:56 PM
If you missed it, here’s the interim Principal talking about substantial future job cuts at University of Dundee.
He refers to the number of job losses recommended in the recovery plan. This is 390FTE with 340FTE via redundancies.
We believe redundancies are not necessary. #SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
He refers to the number of job losses recommended in the recovery plan. This is 390FTE with 340FTE via redundancies.
We believe redundancies are not necessary. #SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
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Yesterday our interim Principal, gave evidence to the Education, Children and Young People Committee.
He stated that he had never ruled out redundancies.
Judge for yourself.
He stated that he had never ruled out redundancies.
Judge for yourself.
October 30, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Yesterday our interim Principal, gave evidence to the Education, Children and Young People Committee.
He stated that he had never ruled out redundancies.
Judge for yourself.
He stated that he had never ruled out redundancies.
Judge for yourself.
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The University Recovery Plan submitted by Court and UEG can now be shared. The campus unions are hosting a joint Townhall event to share the plan, so everyone can make their own judgements on what was proposed, including the number of redundancies.
Join us this Thursday 12:30 in LT3 Dalhousie.
Join us this Thursday 12:30 in LT3 Dalhousie.
September 16, 2025 at 8:37 AM
The University Recovery Plan submitted by Court and UEG can now be shared. The campus unions are hosting a joint Townhall event to share the plan, so everyone can make their own judgements on what was proposed, including the number of redundancies.
Join us this Thursday 12:30 in LT3 Dalhousie.
Join us this Thursday 12:30 in LT3 Dalhousie.
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Visit our website, and read about our strong opposition to the recently rejected University Recovery Plan: a plan created by the short-term team in charge at University of Dundee.
sites.dundee.ac.uk/ducu/
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
sites.dundee.ac.uk/ducu/
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
Dundee University and College Union
sites.dundee.ac.uk
September 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Visit our website, and read about our strong opposition to the recently rejected University Recovery Plan: a plan created by the short-term team in charge at University of Dundee.
sites.dundee.ac.uk/ducu/
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
sites.dundee.ac.uk/ducu/
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
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NO REDUNDANCIES at the University of Dundee.
Fantastic news in our fight to save jobs, as interim Principal Prof Nigel Seaton confirms that there will be no redundancies. A massive victory for everyone who has supported us.
Looking forward to receiving the removal of Section 188 in writing.
Fantastic news in our fight to save jobs, as interim Principal Prof Nigel Seaton confirms that there will be no redundancies. A massive victory for everyone who has supported us.
Looking forward to receiving the removal of Section 188 in writing.
June 24, 2025 at 5:29 PM
NO REDUNDANCIES at the University of Dundee.
Fantastic news in our fight to save jobs, as interim Principal Prof Nigel Seaton confirms that there will be no redundancies. A massive victory for everyone who has supported us.
Looking forward to receiving the removal of Section 188 in writing.
Fantastic news in our fight to save jobs, as interim Principal Prof Nigel Seaton confirms that there will be no redundancies. A massive victory for everyone who has supported us.
Looking forward to receiving the removal of Section 188 in writing.
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Staff and students are not responsible for the financial crisis. It is executive leaders and Court, who has failed us.
Staff and students should not suffer, as we continue to work together to support the region and deliver massive social and economic benefits.
Staff and students should not suffer, as we continue to work together to support the region and deliver massive social and economic benefits.
June 20, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Staff and students are not responsible for the financial crisis. It is executive leaders and Court, who has failed us.
Staff and students should not suffer, as we continue to work together to support the region and deliver massive social and economic benefits.
Staff and students should not suffer, as we continue to work together to support the region and deliver massive social and economic benefits.
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In light of the catastrophic failings of governance and financial management at the University of Dundee, we continue our fight to save jobs.
We’re asking for a commitment to no compulsory redundancies and the removal of the currently active Section 188.
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
We’re asking for a commitment to no compulsory redundancies and the removal of the currently active Section 188.
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
June 20, 2025 at 8:16 AM
In light of the catastrophic failings of governance and financial management at the University of Dundee, we continue our fight to save jobs.
We’re asking for a commitment to no compulsory redundancies and the removal of the currently active Section 188.
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
We’re asking for a commitment to no compulsory redundancies and the removal of the currently active Section 188.
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
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We are extremely concerned by the letter from Ernst and Young, auditors at the University of Dundee.
The letter suggests that executives submitted inaccurate responses during the auditing process.
1/2
www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
The letter suggests that executives submitted inaccurate responses during the auditing process.
1/2
www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
Letter from Ernst and Young LLP to the Court of the University of Dundee
www.parliament.scot
June 21, 2025 at 8:10 AM
We are extremely concerned by the letter from Ernst and Young, auditors at the University of Dundee.
The letter suggests that executives submitted inaccurate responses during the auditing process.
1/2
www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
The letter suggests that executives submitted inaccurate responses during the auditing process.
1/2
www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-...
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We will be on strike next week for five days, because the University of Dundee executive will not rule out compulsory redundancies.
We continue in our fight to support colleagues’ right to job security.
Join us on the picket line from 8am at the Tower Building. All welcome.
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
We continue in our fight to support colleagues’ right to job security.
Join us on the picket line from 8am at the Tower Building. All welcome.
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
May 22, 2025 at 6:38 AM
We will be on strike next week for five days, because the University of Dundee executive will not rule out compulsory redundancies.
We continue in our fight to support colleagues’ right to job security.
Join us on the picket line from 8am at the Tower Building. All welcome.
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
We continue in our fight to support colleagues’ right to job security.
Join us on the picket line from 8am at the Tower Building. All welcome.
#SaveHE #SaveDundeeUni
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Our wonderful colleague Usha explains how the current financial crisis and proposed 632 FTE job cuts is affecting her right now. Many colleagues feel the same way.
The "recovery plan" needs to be scrapped. It's had a devastating effect on staff and students.
#WeAreThe632
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
The "recovery plan" needs to be scrapped. It's had a devastating effect on staff and students.
#WeAreThe632
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
March 21, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Our wonderful colleague Usha explains how the current financial crisis and proposed 632 FTE job cuts is affecting her right now. Many colleagues feel the same way.
The "recovery plan" needs to be scrapped. It's had a devastating effect on staff and students.
#WeAreThe632
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
The "recovery plan" needs to be scrapped. It's had a devastating effect on staff and students.
#WeAreThe632
#SaveDundeeUni #SaveHE
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Acting Chair of Court was “baffled” by the University of Dundee’s finances. And looks forward to the investigation helping to uncover what went wrong!
They still don’t know what went wrong at the University of Dundee.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
They still don’t know what went wrong at the University of Dundee.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
Education, Children and Young People Committee | Scottish Parliament TV
www.scottishparliament.tv
March 19, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Acting Chair of Court was “baffled” by the University of Dundee’s finances. And looks forward to the investigation helping to uncover what went wrong!
They still don’t know what went wrong at the University of Dundee.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
They still don’t know what went wrong at the University of Dundee.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
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“Crass and inappropriate”
Shane O’Neill agrees that including the number of proposed job cuts in the password for the “recovery plan” was wrong.
But as he says here, this was not the 1st time he heard. He had learnt about it at uni meeting with witnesses.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
Shane O’Neill agrees that including the number of proposed job cuts in the password for the “recovery plan” was wrong.
But as he says here, this was not the 1st time he heard. He had learnt about it at uni meeting with witnesses.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
Education, Children and Young People Committee | Scottish Parliament TV
www.scottishparliament.tv
March 19, 2025 at 5:59 PM
“Crass and inappropriate”
Shane O’Neill agrees that including the number of proposed job cuts in the password for the “recovery plan” was wrong.
But as he says here, this was not the 1st time he heard. He had learnt about it at uni meeting with witnesses.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
Shane O’Neill agrees that including the number of proposed job cuts in the password for the “recovery plan” was wrong.
But as he says here, this was not the 1st time he heard. He had learnt about it at uni meeting with witnesses.
www.scottishparliament.tv/meeting/educ...
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Today, Shane O’Neill, our interim Principal announced the University of Dundee needs to cut 632 jobs to be financially sustainable.
Also there are 237 vacancies (in part due to the recruitment freeze since Nov).
That’s 870 colleagues from 3200. OVER A QUARTER!
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Also there are 237 vacancies (in part due to the recruitment freeze since Nov).
That’s 870 colleagues from 3200. OVER A QUARTER!
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Dundee University to cut 632 jobs to plug £35m deficit
The University and College Union condemned the
www.bbc.co.uk
March 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Today, Shane O’Neill, our interim Principal announced the University of Dundee needs to cut 632 jobs to be financially sustainable.
Also there are 237 vacancies (in part due to the recruitment freeze since Nov).
That’s 870 colleagues from 3200. OVER A QUARTER!
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Also there are 237 vacancies (in part due to the recruitment freeze since Nov).
That’s 870 colleagues from 3200. OVER A QUARTER!
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Solidarity with all of our colleagues in the world-leading Leverhulme Centre for Forensic Science who are facing redundancy.
University managers have called our strike action premature. This shows how wrong they are.
www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
University managers have called our strike action premature. This shows how wrong they are.
www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
Forensic science centre that inspired BBC show Traces at risk of closure
All 24 jobs at Dundee University’s Leverhulme research centre could be axed because of £30m budget deficit
www.theguardian.com
February 23, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Solidarity with all of our colleagues in the world-leading Leverhulme Centre for Forensic Science who are facing redundancy.
University managers have called our strike action premature. This shows how wrong they are.
www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
University managers have called our strike action premature. This shows how wrong they are.
www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
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…regarding the University’s financial situation and projections.
3. Meaningful negotiation: Staff and their union must have a genuine voice in shaping the institution’s future.
We want to protect jobs and preserve the quality of education and research, in a sustainable future.
#SaveDundeeUni
3. Meaningful negotiation: Staff and their union must have a genuine voice in shaping the institution’s future.
We want to protect jobs and preserve the quality of education and research, in a sustainable future.
#SaveDundeeUni
February 10, 2025 at 9:45 AM
…regarding the University’s financial situation and projections.
3. Meaningful negotiation: Staff and their union must have a genuine voice in shaping the institution’s future.
We want to protect jobs and preserve the quality of education and research, in a sustainable future.
#SaveDundeeUni
3. Meaningful negotiation: Staff and their union must have a genuine voice in shaping the institution’s future.
We want to protect jobs and preserve the quality of education and research, in a sustainable future.
#SaveDundeeUni
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In the terms of our dispute with the University, Dundee UCU demands.
1. No compulsory redundancies: Management must commit to working with staff to find progressive and fair solutions to financial challenges.
2. Transparency: Senior management must ensure ongoing clarity and accountability…1/2
1. No compulsory redundancies: Management must commit to working with staff to find progressive and fair solutions to financial challenges.
2. Transparency: Senior management must ensure ongoing clarity and accountability…1/2
February 10, 2025 at 9:45 AM
In the terms of our dispute with the University, Dundee UCU demands.
1. No compulsory redundancies: Management must commit to working with staff to find progressive and fair solutions to financial challenges.
2. Transparency: Senior management must ensure ongoing clarity and accountability…1/2
1. No compulsory redundancies: Management must commit to working with staff to find progressive and fair solutions to financial challenges.
2. Transparency: Senior management must ensure ongoing clarity and accountability…1/2
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Why are staff at the University of Dundee going on strike?
A fantastic article from Professor Angela Daly @nidhalaigh.bsky.social in today’s Courier @thecourier.co.uk
Save jobs. #SaveDundeeUni
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/opinion/5...
A fantastic article from Professor Angela Daly @nidhalaigh.bsky.social in today’s Courier @thecourier.co.uk
Save jobs. #SaveDundeeUni
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/opinion/5...
I’m a Dundee University lecturer: Why I’m striking for myself, my former student mum and future generations
Professor Angela Daly sets out why she and other lecturers will strike over the threat of compulsory redundancies at Dundee University.
www.thecourier.co.uk
February 13, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Why are staff at the University of Dundee going on strike?
A fantastic article from Professor Angela Daly @nidhalaigh.bsky.social in today’s Courier @thecourier.co.uk
Save jobs. #SaveDundeeUni
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/opinion/5...
A fantastic article from Professor Angela Daly @nidhalaigh.bsky.social in today’s Courier @thecourier.co.uk
Save jobs. #SaveDundeeUni
www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/opinion/5...