The advice follows the conclusion of the dispute resolution process between UCEA and the relevant unions that have regrettably been unable to reach a settlement. The five HE trade unions consulted nationally are EIS, GMB, UCU, UNISON and Unite.

UCEA’s final offer of a 3% uplift on base pay for spinal points 20 and above and further increases on points 19 and below up to 9% will be implemented in the August pay.

Further information on the pay negotiations including details of the final offer is available on the UCEA website.

The updated salary scales are available on the HR website.

*JNCHES - Joint Negotiating Committee for Higher Education Staff