Dear Colleagues Today’s SNCT Joint Extended Joint Chairs (SSTA, EIS, COSLA and Government) was a deeply disappointing meeting. No new offer was made by Scottish Government and COSLA, despite both acknowledging the strength of the rejection of the previous offer by teachers in the Consultative Ballot. The union side expressed its anger and frustration at their stance. We were informed that Government and COSLA are in ongoing discussions around next year’s Scottish Government ‘s budget, including the local government settlement,…

Notes for teachers leaving their current employer prior to the SNCT reaching a pay settlement. This only applies to teachers who are retiring, or who are leaving their current job to work for a different authority or employer. Once the SNCT agrees on a pay settlement you will be entitled to backdated pay. Most authorities expect you to write to them and request it. Around the time you leave your employer, print out, complete and send them the attached proforma.…

The National Teachers’ Pay Rally in Glasgow was a great success with the attendance going far beyond expectation. I would like to thank all members who were able to attend the rally in Glasgow and make the event such a success. I would also like to thank all the members who were unable to make the journey and sent messages of support. The Rally has sent a clear message to Government and COSLA that teachers need to be taken seriously.…