The running of the University
The priority of the University during the strike period was to minimise disruption to students’ education and to ensure that Sussex ran as close to normal as possible.
We aim to provide as much clear information as possible on any new arrangements and to help students and staff.
Teaching and classes
There was some disruption to teaching that was scheduled to take place on strike days. The University actively planned contingency measures to minimise disruption. If any of a student’s classes were cancelled or rearranged, we notified them as best as possible.
We are providing information on the student pages of the University website and through the Sussex Mobile app under the 'Union action info' tile.
Picket lines
During the strike action in February and March, a small number of union members formed a picket at each of the three entrances to campus: near the zebra crossing in front of Falmer House, near the Sport Centre, and on Knights Gate Road. Picket lines are permitted by law.
Public transport
During the strike action in February and March, trains and buses to and from the campus were running as normal. However, buses were stopping at the bus stop on the A27 slip road by the edge of campus. This was so that they did not get caught up in any traffic that may have resulted from the strike action.