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Views on eca merger sought

The University is seeking the views of staff on a proposed merger with Edinburgh College of Art (eca).

The University has entered into discussions with eca about the possibility of a merger.

Staff feedback is sought on the potential academic benefits of a merger, the most appropriate structures to accommodate a merger and any other issues.

Open forum

Professor Fergusson will be hosting an open forum for University of Edinburgh staff to discuss the proposed developments.

This event takes place on Monday 10 May 2010 from 1pm - 2pm at 7 George Square, room F21.

Focussed consultations

During the course of this academic session the University will also be holding more focussed consultative activities with staff in Schools that have a more direct interest in the proposed merger.

It will also be undertaking other consultative activities to develop the academic vision, and will be consulting with students and trade unions.

Written comments

The University also welcomes written comments on the proposal of the merger.

Written views should be emailed to Professor Fergusson, care of ecaconsultation@ed.ac.uk, by 26 May 2010.

Confidentiality will be respected and all comments will be passed on anonymously, unless otherwise requested, to the relevant working groups.

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