Human Resources

Information and declaration forms for USS-eligible staff

The Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) is open to staff on grades 7-10. Staff who are on grades 1-6 are covered by other pension arrangements.

Industrial action

The University recognises the right of staff to take part in lawful industrial action.

Staff were not obliged to tell us in advance if they were taking industrial action, but we did request that they inform their line manager.

Industrial action does not break continuity of service.

Self-declaration of strike action

Staff taking part in strike action were in breach of their contract, in respect of which the University will withhold pay at a rate of 1/365th of annual salary for each missed working day.

Once a member of staff has taken strike action, they are required to notify the University so that the appropriate proportion of salary can be withheld.

The University asked staff on grades 7-10 to self-declare if they participated in industrial action by completing an online declaration form.

If you have any questions, please contact your HR Advisor for help or advice.