Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Patrick Grady and Nadhim Zahawi

Monday 14th March 2022 Commons Chamber

[Nadhim Zahawi]

I know that my right hon. Friend is passionate in this area. It is not about replacing great teachers; it is about enabling teachers to do their job in a much more efficient way. We are certainly looking at that; I will say more in the schools White Paper.

[Patrick Grady (Glasgow North) (SNP)]

T8. Next week, staff at Glasgow University will be among 50,000 across the UK striking in protest at the 35% cut to their guaranteed pensions. It is in the interests of both students and staff that a negotiated settlement can be reached as soon as possible. What discussion are Ministers having with university employers to encourage them to engage in meaningful dialogue with staff and trade unions?