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University staff to ballot for strike action
The UCU have launched a new trade dispute against the University of Aberdeen.
The trade dispute will “form the basis of any forthcoming industrial action ballot”
This is likely to include strikes and a marking boycott.
The dispute covers three matters;
The threat to jobs at the University of Aberdeen
Ongoing concerns regarding meaningful collective consultation with UCU
The dismissal of Professor David Anderson and the UCU’s concerns regarding trade union victimisation"
In an email from the Aberdeen...
Warships dock in the Granite City after NATO Exercise in the North Sea
A fleet of NATO ships docked in Aberdeen Harbour last week following a military exercise in the North Sea.
The...
“The data breach is the tip of the iceberg”: staff concern over new executive dean Beth Lord
By Amelia Boag McGlynn & Emily Reid
The appointment of new Executive Dean of Arts and Humanities, Beth Lord, has...
Exclusive: Striking staff outraged as University Principal claims over £35,500 in expenses
University of Aberdeen's Principal Pete Edwards has spent over £35,500 of university money since he was appointed as principal...
Investigation: AI-powered rebrand of army training group ‘erases 100 years of history’
Army insiders have spoken out against an AI-powered rebrand of a new regimental logo which “looks like some tourist...
BREAKING: University of Aberdeen reveals Executive Deans
By Amelia Boag McGlynn & Emily Reid
The University of Aberdeen have announced their new Executive Deans following a controversial...
BREAKING: Senior UCU official dismissed by University
A senior trade union representative has been dismissed from the University of Aberdeen, halting negotiation with management, The Gaudie...
University of Aberdeen led team secure funding for new Heavy Menstrual Bleeding drug
£2 million has been given to the University of Aberdeen and the University of Glasgow to trial a new...
Situation under control as Cairngorms wildfire enters third week
“Positive progress” in fighting the Cairngorms wildfire has allowed residents to return to their homes after a three-week blaze.
Residents...
Principal defends transnational campuses despite decreasing amounts of international students enrolling
By: Megan Shand
The principal of the University of Aberdeen has defended transnational campuses, with critics saying that the business...
Exclusive: Outrage as Aberdeen University employee hoped Ann Widdecombe suffered ‘painful death’ in Bluesky post
University of Aberdeen is "looking into" comments made by an employee who said she hoped former MP Ann Widdecombe...
Principal defends staff support framework amid “health and wellbeing crisis” claims
By Hannah-Rose Lloyd
University of Aberdeen Principal Peter Edwards has cautioned against discussing suicide after being questioned over the staff...
“A rolling disaster”: Principal’s message to staff reflects “alternate reality” as term closes
Principal Pete Edwards’ end-of-year message has been criticised by staff for its “tin ear” regarding the university’s 25/26 academic...
Exclusive: Four new university “executive dean” positions will earn up to £140,000 a year
The University of Aberdeen have announced new “executive dean” positions which will earn between £112,000 and £140,000 a year.
The...
Exclusive: Cash-strapped university spends £200,000 on renovating former principals’ residence
Union leaders say the £200,000 spending spree at the University of Aberdeen mansion is a "slap in the face"...
Principal appears to be targeted in vandalism on university property
University Principal Pete Edwards appears to have been targeted by instances of vandalism on university property.
According to several staff...
Aberdeen Student Radio announces comeback
By: Hannah-Rose Lloyd
Aberdeen Student Radio is set to make its return after being disbanded three years ago.
With aims to...
University cuts takes its toll on staff
“There is a serious mental health crisis among staff,” according to one university lecturer in the aftermath of a...
Rowdy council consultation ends in victory for local taxi companies
“Raucous and febrile” were the words used by a local campaigner to describe the council meeting which was the...
STV Aberdeen program axed
TV regulator Ofcom has approved the axing of north news programs at STV HQ in Aberdeen, a change that...
Freedom to publish at risk as Students’ Union doubles down on new policy
The Gaudie’s freedom to publish may be at risk as the Students’ Union doubles down on a policy banning...
111 jobs axed: How did we get here?
By Innes Paton and Sanvee Rout
Staff received an email at 8pm on Thursday evening, by no means a usual...
Lecturers “broken and exhausted” as 111 jobs to be axed
University of Aberdeen’s governing body has approved plans to cut smaller courses in a move that will see up...
University restructuring proposals intensify rifts between staff and senior management
by Fred Byrne, Ana Kolesnyk & Emily Reid.
Aberdeen alumni and lecturers have challenged Aberdeen university bosses on their financial...
“Remember Nicola. Do not make the same mistake.”
By: Oliver Kennedy and Innes Paton
“Death is better than a bitter life, and eternal rest than a continual sickness....