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: Vladimir Unkovski-Korica and Richard Reeve
CCF (COLLECTIVE CONSULTATION FORUM)
At this meeting, the campus trade unions and Senior Management discuss those job roles which are at risk of redundancy due to funding coming to an end, or fixed-term contracts nearing their end date, meeting typically once every quarter.
Data is presented anonymously but broken down by job family, age, sex, pay grade, etc., so as to provide a transparent and statistical view on jobs at risk.
In addition, those roles identified at risk in the last quarter are then looked at, in order to see how many roles were made redundant, how many were redeployed, etc.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Lito Tsitsou and Richard Shaw
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: Scott Hurrell and Jenny Morrison
EWPOG (EXTENDED WORKFORCE POLICY OVERSIGHT GROUP)
This meeting analyses the extended workforce of the University beyond the statutory requirements of CCF, and any relevant actions in line with the Extended Workforce Policy, meeting once every two months.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Lito Tsitou, Niall Ingham and Richard Reeve
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: Richard Reeve, Vladimir Unkovski-Korica, Scott Hurrell and Jenny Morrison
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: Richard Reeve
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: Louise Stergar
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: Kirsteen Fraser from UNISON – the Joint Union Liaison Committee nominate one Trade Union Rep, with Unions taking turn to take up that seat.
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: Chrismas Sanachan from UCU – the Joint Union Liaison Committee nominate one Trade Union Rep, with Unions taking turn to take up that seat.
MHG (MENTAL HEALTH GROUP)
This is a forum set up by the Mental Health Equality Champion, David Duncan, and contains representatives from the SRC, Student services, HR, clinicians, HS&W, and others, meeting at least three times per year.
The remit of the group is to define, agree upon, and implement a multi-strand approach to staff and student mental health and wellbeing, providing help, support and training wherever possible.
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: ? – the Joint Union Liaison Committee nominate one Trade Union Rep, with Unions taking turn to take up that seat.
ENWOW (ENABLING NEW WAYS OF WORKING)
This is a forum set up in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and works on embracing new technologies, flexible working and other ways of modern working. It deals with e.g. the Hybrid Working policy. More information here: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/peoplefirst/enwow/#frequentlyaskedquestions
Who typically attends on behalf of UCU: Sally Baxter from UNISON – the Joint Union Liaison Committee nominate one Trade Union Rep, with Unions taking turn to take up that seat.