The University of Oxford has blocked attempts by staff to debate pension proposals that have sparked industrial action on campuses across the UK, to cries of “Shame!” from academics. Quick guide Why are university staff striking? Show Hide Why are university staff striking? Universities UK says its pension scheme has a £6bn deficit and it have a legal duty to put in place a credible plan to tackle it by this summer. Universities UK says that even after the changes the scheme would compare well with employer contributions double the private sector average.

Source: The Guardian March 06, 2018 19:25 UTC