As you will be aware, the NASUWT and other education unions have been running statutory ballots in furtherance of our national dispute over teacher pay.

Unions were united in rejecting the 5% offer, holding the view that teachers deserve better, and we continue to press the Government and employers to secure a Better Deal for Scotland’s Teachers.

The NASUWT ballot closes on Monday 21 November. Our proposed industrial action strategy is unique, being the only one which combines the options for strike action and action short of strike action.

We are recommending that members vote YES to both questions on the ballot paper but would encourage all members to have their say and return their vote.

Every vote counts and we would like to thank all members who have already returned their ballot paper.

If you haven’t yet done so, it is not too late! Please ensure you have posted your ballot paper by Friday 18 November to guarantee your vote can be counted.

A proposed day of strike action has now been announced for members of EIS and AHDS across Scotland on 24 November 2022.

Members of NASUWT and SSTA will not be able to participate in this particular action due to the restrictive provisions placed upon unions by the Trade Union Act 2016, specifically the notice needed to be given to employers in advance of any industrial action. The NASUWT is, however, liaising with our sister organisations to co-ordinate future action where we can.

Following a meeting with the Deputy First Minister, the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills and representatives of COSLA on 10 November, there is a strong expectation that a revised pay offer to teachers may be tabled shortly. Any such offer will be considered in line with our dispute.

Our guidance When Other Unions Take Industrial Action provides extensive advice to members about what to do in these circumstances.

Should you still have any questions, please contact: