Following last week’s strike days, some members of the University and College Union (UCU) will be going on strike this Wednesday (30 November). This is happening at all universities across the UK and is part of a national dispute – as such our influence over this is limited.
We’re sorry for the further disruption this is likely to cause to your week. We are here to help and will do all we can to minimise the impact on your studies – we’ve put together some key links and info below, including information on how you can claim back any direct expenses as a result of the strikes.
What to expect on strike days
- Some of your classes may be cancelled; union members don’t have to tell us if they are taking strike action so we won’t always know in advance.
- You might see UCU members picketing on campus; these are peaceful protests which will be stewarded by the union.
- Other services may be affected but we’ll work to make sure all essential support services are running as usual. Our libraries and catering outlets will also be open as usual.
See industrial action support.
How to claim back direct expenses
We will refund you for any direct expenses you incur as a result of industrial action.
- Keep receipts of any direct expenses incurred due to strike action.
- Complete the Student Incidental Expenses Claim Form.
- Sign the claim form (an electronic signature is fine).
- Email scanned receipts and the completed claim form to expenses@kent.ac.uk by 22 January 2023.
See student expense claims guidance.
“Thank you for patience throughout last week’s strike days and I apologise again for any disruption to your studies – we are working hard to mitigate any impact on our work and will continue to do so around the additional disruption on Wednesday.”
Professor Richard Reece, DVC Education and Student Experience