Esekso Koledеѕo Maisto Darbuotojеі Streikaskolegi... May 2026
While "Essex College" is a fictional setting in the show The Sex Lives of College Girls —which featured a food workers strike storyline in 2022—real-world labor disputes at the University of Essex and surrounding institutions are currently ongoing. Current Strike Details: University of Essex (April 2026)
: The dispute centers on management's plans to cut 400 jobs (split between academic and professional staff) and the proposed closure of the Southend campus . Esekso koledЕѕo maisto darbuotojЕі streikasKolegi...
: While the university remains open, staff have been engaging in "Action Short of a Strike" (ASOS) since February 12, which includes boycotting events like exam boards and open days. Related Regional Labor Activity While "Essex College" is a fictional setting in
Guidance for students during strike action - University of Essex Related Regional Labor Activity Guidance for students during
: Members of UCU, Unison, and Unite overwhelmingly passed a motion of no confidence in the Vice-Chancellor, Frances Bowen, with 96% support.
: Approximately 540 unionized workers voted 98.3% in favor of strike action on April 27, 2026, as their contract expires in early May.