Coleraine could be 'low hanging fruit', when university job losses hit
Concerns have been raised regarding potential job losses at Ulster University's Coleraine campus and their impact on the local economy. Politicians and trade union representatives fear that the Coleraine campus may be targeted for financial savings amid broader staff redundancies. The university has stated its commitment to Coleraine, but uncertainty remains about the future of the campus and its programs.
- ▪Ulster University announced plans to make up to 450 staff redundant to save approximately £25 million.
- ▪Local MLA Claire Sugden expressed concern that Coleraine could be an 'easy target' for cuts compared to other campuses.
- ▪The Coleraine campus is considered an economic anchor for the wider north coast, impacting local transport, landlords, and hospitality.
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Coleraine could be 'low hanging fruit', when university job losses hit5 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMaria McCann BBC News NI, north east reporterBBCClaire Sugden said she is "acutely concerned" about the potential impact of job losses on ColeraineConcerns have been raised about the impact job losses at Ulster University would have on its Coleraine campus and the wider economy on the north coast.A politician for the area said "the vulnerability very much lies at the Coleraine campus" while a trade union representative said there are fears it is "an easy target" for financial savings.Last month Ulster University (UU) announced it is set to make up to 450 staff redundant as it needs to make savings of about £25m.An UU spokesperson said it was "impossible" to determine the…
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