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Swinney ‘extremely disappointed’ by Dundee University job cuts plan

The university said almost 200 jobs are at risk, with the decision come following the loss of 645 roles in recent years.

Evening Standard · Jun 16

University of Dundee staff to strike again next week in job cuts row

University and College Union members are calling for compulsory redundancies to be ruled out.

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2025

Dundee University staff to vote on strikes over cuts

Staff at Dundee University could go on strike in a dispute over cuts ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 5, 2025

Scottish universities under financial strain to receive extra £10m, Government says

THE Scottish Government has announced an extra £10 million of funding to support Scottish universities facing financial challenges ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 14, 2025

Scottish Government to give extra £10m to universities under financial strain

The University of Dundee, which will benefit from the funding, said it was ‘extremely grateful’ to the Scottish Government.

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2025

University of Dundee job losses should be ‘wake-up call’, Swinney told

The university announced on Tuesday it plans to cut 632 jobs as it bids to plug a £35 million deficit.

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2025

Swinney voices concern at ‘extreme situation’ at University of Dundee

The First Minister’s comments come a day after the university said it will cut more than 600 jobs as it bids to tackle a £35 million deficit.

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025

More than 600 jobs face axe at University of Dundee to tackle £35m deficit

The University and College Union described the news as a ‘hammer blow’ for staff.

Evening Standard · Mar 11, 2025

Scottish universities 'in crisis due to UK policies', warns top trade unionist

Scottish universities are in financial crisis partly due to a “hostile” political environment and the UK’s “draconian” immigration system,…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 2, 2025

‘A perfect storm': Why are universities in Scotland facing issues?

Universities in Scotland are facing a fresh wave of strike action amid threats of cuts and closures.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 20, 2025