The General Secretary’s annual report had a strong focus on countering disinformation and far-right narratives Every single one of us here are guided by the same motto that signposted the way forward for our predecessors at the very first AGM in 1847- ‘for the advancement of teachers and the promotion of sound learning’. That motto […]
Recently appointed Cabinet Secretary Màiri McAllan, delivering her first speech outside of the Scottish Parliament since her appointment, gave a brief overview of her initial thoughts and priorities on Scottish education in the years ahead. “I am delighted to be able to join you on my two-week anniversary of being appointed as Cabinet Secretary for […]
Sharon Iddir (Fife) moved a motion in the name of Council, calling on Council to build on existing guidance to offer professional learning for reps and activists on evidence based communication that tackles prejudicial disinformation. “I know personally how the spreading of false narratives can shape the public perception of whole communities. We know how […]
Des Morris (East Renfrewshire and Council) proposed this motion from Council to reaffirm the EIS position that teachers’ pay must be restored to McCrone levels, and there must be a plan to achieve this. All offers so far have been extracted – not offered willingly by employers. Des said, “It has been a rollercoaster of […]
