As one of our recognised trade unions at the University of Glasgow, UCU attends a number of regular meetings within the University. You can see a list of meetings below, as well as who attends on behalf of UCU Glasgow (updated in summer 2023).
MANAGEMENT NEGOTIATIONS & MEETINGS
JCCN (JOINT COMMITTEE OF CONSULTATION & NEGOTIATION)
This is the main consultative forum between Senior Management and the four campus trade unions, meeting typically once per semester.
The agenda is determined in consultation between all attendees, with subgroups formed for more specific negotiations.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Duncan Lowther and Maha Rafi Atal
PRG (POLICY REVIEW GROUP)
This meeting is an opportunity to discuss University policies, and allow for input from all trade unions, meeting typically once every two months.
Though non-contractual policy does not require union consultation, in the spirit of good workplace relations we are consulted on all new policy and revisions to old policy.
At earlier stages in the process, draft policies are not in a position to be widely spread, but UCU will seek broad input from the membership via email on issues they may have with the existing policy, in order to shape our negotiations. Members wishing to be more closely involved even at an early stage may contact reps at any point.
Once draft policies are in a position to be released to the membership, they will be sent out via email for members’ approval before reps make any final decision.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Jenny Morrison
JULC (JOINT UNION LIAISON COMMITTEE)
This meeting brings together the four campus trade unions – GMB, UNITE, Unison and UCU – to discuss any new or ongoing issues within the University, and how campus unions can work together the achieve the best outcome for staff across the University.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: All Branch Officers
UNIVERSITY COURT
University Court is the governing body of the University, and has ultimate responsibility for the deployment of resources in the University and for the strategic plans of the institution. Court meets five times a year, more info here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/courtoffice/universitycourtandcourtmeetings/meetingdatessubmissiondeadlines/
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Duncan Lowther
HSWC (HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLBEING COMMITEE)
HSWC is responsible for keeping under review the measures taken to ensure the effective management of the H&S of employees, as well as that of students, visitors and other people who could be affected by the various work activities of the University. More info here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/governance/corporategovernance/estatesgovernance/healthsafetywellbeingcommittee/#committeemembership
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Katherine Allison
EDSC (EQUALITY & DIVERSITY STRATEGY COMMITEE)
EDSC deals with the University’s strategic planning and policy development relating to equality and diversity. The Committee is supported by the Equality and Diversity Unit, and brings together Equality Champions. It meets three times a year. More info here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/structure/committee/
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Ryan Field
SUSTAINABILITY WORKING GROUP
This Working Group discusses sustainability issues at the University of Glasgow, and meetings occur once every three months.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Sophie Renner