Union says UKPd7 rise will not halt London exodus

Article Abstract:

Three-quarters of universities in London, UK, are having problems recruiting and retaining staff, with only four of 27 higher education institutions in the city reporting no staffing problems, according to a report by Incomes Data Services. The findings come as unions have expressed their anger at an offer made by employers to increase the cost-of-living allowance for academics living in London by UKPd7/month.

Compensation and benefits, London, England, Educational aspects

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Strike a balance between egotist and sucker

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An analysis of the factors that universities take into account when looking to recruit new faculty members. Ideally what university departments want to create is a unified group of people that are producing high-quality research, so when they are recruiting they will tend to look for people that are good researchers but who also can demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.

Public affairs, Social aspects

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Competition swells ranks of professors

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The rapid rise in the number of professors in the U.K. due to growing competition is discussed. This could also lead to a devaluation of the honor.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Standards, Education, Educational standards

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