Staff news 2023
Staff news articles published in 2023.
Information on changes to the pay grade scale
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Communications were shared with staff to confirm that University Court has approved the implementation of a revised pay grade scale for 2024.
Colleagues recognised for their long service
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The Principal hosted a ceremony earlier this week (Tuesday 5 December) to recognise the dedication of staff who have been with the University for 25 years or more.
Court meeting: 4 December 2023
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The University’s governing body, the University Court, met on 4 December 2023.
External review of People and Money
A statement from the Senior Leadership Team on an external review of People and Money.
Rector election 2024: nominations now open
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Nominations have now opened for the position of University Rector.
University of Edinburgh ranked 3rd in the UK for sustainability
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The QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024 has ranked the University of Edinburgh 3rd in the UK, 6th in Europe and 15th globally out of a total 1,403 institutions.
December payday
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University staff will receive their December salary earlier than usual this month.
Walking the Labyrinth: support from the University Chaplaincy
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All staff and students are welcome to attend ‘Walking the Labyrinth’ at 12.10pm on Wednesday 29 November at the George Square Gardens Labyrinth.