Unions
The latest news and analysis on teaching unions in the UK, including teacher strikes, pay disputes, industrial action and more
Monday
20th Jul 2026
Lucy Powell appointed as education secretary
She will replace Bridget Phillipson, who has been in the role since Labour came to power in July 2024
How will prime minister Andy Burnham ‘change’ education?
England’s new leader wants to reshape the education system: 91¶¶Òõ talks to experts about what this could mean for schools
Thursday
16th Jul 2026
NEU to launch formal strike ballot over funding and pay
The union’s decision comes after it was revealed that schools will have to fund half of next year’s teacher pay rise themselves
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Sats results 2026: 63% meet expected standard
The delayed national key stage 2 assessment results show attainment has improved or remained stable in all subjects compared with last year
Friday
10th Jul 2026
Heads’ union seeks pact with NEU as industrial tensions rise
Negotiations come amid growing industrial action by the teaching union, with school leaders telling 91¶¶Òõ that disputes have left them feeling ‘distressed’ and ‘exploited’
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Medical guidance published by heads’ union amid safety fears
The NAHT has published medical support guidance to help school leaders identify unsafe practices and challenge unreasonable expectations