## Schools might close over teacher strikes next year
The National Education Union (NEU), the largest teaching union in the UK, is expressing outrage after last week's Budget made no significant pay commitments to educators. The union is currently balloting its members on whether to strike due to dissatisfaction with the pay situation.
### Background
- The NEU is a left-leaning union representing a substantial portion of schoolteachers.
- Teachers feel undervalued as no “big money pledges” appeared in the recent government Budget.
- This could lead to strike action impacting school operations nationwide.
### Quotes from union representatives
> “The Budget completely ignored the pressing need for fair pay rises for teachers,” said a union spokesperson.
> “Our members are prepared to take action to make their voices heard and demand recognition for the work they do.”
### Potential impact
- School closures are a real possibility if strikes go ahead.
- Many parents and students may face disruption to the academic calendar.
- The union aims to pressure the government into reconsidering teacher pay policies for next year.
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Author's summary: The largest teaching union in the UK is threatening strikes next year due to pay dissatisfaction, risking school closures and large disruptions in education.
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Daily Mail on MSN — 2025-11-30