The certificate from the Institute of Advanced Teaching and Learning. A much welcomed College recognition for the value of civic and community responsibilities. It is intended to raise the issue of the abolition of the unfair dismissal waiver for Contract Research Staff. It is hoped that we will be able to make this retrospective. The meeting was pleased to welcome John Rossiter from Wye LA as an honoured guest.
Personal casework continues to be an important component of the committee's work.
However, there are still too many staff joining the AUT only when in extremis and, apart from the unacceptable cynicism which this displays, cases have often deteriorated beyond help by this stage. Laura concluded by paying tribute to Chris Moss and Colin Dixon, who have both retired. The treasurer proposed that the local subscription be maintained at 70p and this was agreed, with an interim arrangement for Wye College members who currently pay less. He proposed that Jane Thompson continue as auditor and this was agreed. In the presence of a member from Wye College LA the meeting which was quorate voted unanimously to support the motion.