Workload campaign – 95 so we can thrive!

In recent months, many of us have felt the weight of increased pressures, whether due to staff reductions, new systems (Unicore), or unrealistic demands. We know the toll this takes, not only on our professional lives, but also on our health and well-being.

This campaign is about more than workloads—it’s about demanding respect for staff and ensuring safe, fair conditions for all. Your input and engagement are crucial as we move forward.

Please see attached documents for more information on what your union is doing to combat excessive workloads and how to effectively resist being asked to do more. Also below are the slides from the presentation at our branch meeting on the 5th of February.

First branch meeting of 2025 – 5th February, 1-2pm

Dear UoN UCU members,
We would like to invite you to our first UoN UCU branch meeting of the year. We will present and discuss our two campaigns for sustainable workloads and the incoming national ballot.

This meeting is a chance to come together, share experiences, and take collective steps toward addressing the challenges we face, linking our local activity into wider national campaigns. Links with information about the sustainable workload campaign are attached.

Date: 5 February

Time: 1-2 pm

Location: Hybrid meeting.*

In solidarity,

Nick

Nick Clare (new UoN UCU branch secretary)

*Please see newsletter dated 27th January for zoom link and location.