Staff at Glasgow Caledonian University face uncertainty following announcements of proposed job cuts at the Glasgow campus. In response, three trade unions have organised coordinated industrial action, including plans for a two-week strike. This guide explains the redundancy process, your statutory rights, and what steps to consider next.
What has been announced
- Proposed job cuts have been announced at Glasgow Caledonian University across its Glasgow operations.
- The total number of roles at risk remains unstated in reports.
- Three trade unions have taken coordinated strike action in protest against the proposed redundancies.
- Staff have prepared to undertake a two-week strike in dispute over the planned job cuts.
About the company
Glasgow Caledonian University is a higher education institution based in Glasgow.
What happens next
Employers proposing collective redundancies must follow formal consultation procedures with trade unions or elected employee representatives.
By law, collective consultation must last at least 30 days where 20 to 99 redundancies are proposed, and at least 45 days where 100 or more redundancies are proposed.
Consultations must cover ways of avoiding dismissals, reducing the number of redundancies, and mitigating their consequences.
Affected staff should also be invited to individual consultation meetings to discuss how the proposals impact their specific roles and to explore any suitable alternative employment.
Voluntary or compulsory redundancy
Employers often invite expressions of interest in voluntary redundancy to reduce or prevent compulsory job losses.
Applying for voluntary redundancy does not oblige the university to accept the application, nor does it force an employee to accept offered terms until an agreement is formally signed.
If compulsory redundancies become necessary, the employer must apply objective, transparent, and non-discriminatory selection criteria across affected pools of staff.
Your settlement agreement
An employer may offer a settlement agreement, particularly where terms exceed statutory minimums or where voluntary redundancy is agreed.
A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract where an employee agrees to waive potential employment claims in exchange for a financial severance package.
For a settlement agreement to be valid, the employee must receive advice from an independent legal adviser, such as a qualified solicitor.
Employers typically cover or contribute towards the employee's legal fees for obtaining this independent advice.
Common questions
How many jobs are affected at Glasgow Caledonian University?
The exact number of proposed redundancies has not been stated in initial reports.
Who qualifies for statutory redundancy pay?
Employees with at least two years of continuous service are generally entitled to statutory redundancy pay. The amount depends on age, length of service, and weekly pay up to statutory caps.
What is the minimum consultation period for redundancies?
Under statutory rules, consultation must last at least 30 days before the first dismissal takes effect if 20 to 99 roles are at risk, or at least 45 days if 100 or more roles are affected.
Do I have to accept a settlement agreement?
No. Entering into a settlement agreement is voluntary. If you choose not to sign, you retain your statutory rights, including the right to bring employment tribunal claims if your dismissal is unfair.
How Deen & Co helps
Deen & Co Solicitors provides clear, independent legal advice to employees facing redundancy. We advise staff on the fairness of redundancy selection, review settlement agreements, explain statutory entitlements, and negotiate terms to ensure you achieve the best possible outcome.
Read more about settlement agreement advice or work out your statutory redundancy pay.
If your role is in London, our settlement agreement solicitors London can review the package before you sign.
Sources
- Three unions strike at same time over Glasgow Caledonian job cuts - BBC — BBC (30 September 2026)
- Glasgow Caledonian chaos as uni staff set to strike for two weeks over redundancies - Glasgow Live — Glasgow Live (30 September 2026)
Last updated 1 October 2026. This page summarises publicly reported information and is general guidance, not legal advice on your own situation.
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