Mike Corbett

East Renfrewshire teacher speaks out about verbal and physical abuse A teacher in East Renfrewshire has spoken out about verbal and physical abuse in the classroom as they say consequences for aggressive and…

Mike Corbett @mikecorbett1.bsky.social National Official:

Incidents of serious disruption and violence from pupils are becoming more common, along with an increase in the day-to-day prevalence of verbal abuse, defiance and a refusal to follow instructions.

www.barrheadnews.com/news/2590191...

Many thanks to @jennygilruthmsp.bsky.social @ross-greer.bsky.social @willierennie.bsky.social Miles Briggs MSP.

MSPs chatting with key NASUWT activists from Scotland Executive Council.

At NASUWT Scotland Executive Council on Friday, we held a political roundtable with leading Education spokespeople.

A fantastic chance to quizz politicians in advance of the election and to share the calls in the NASUWT Scotland manifesto.

Check out some of the 📸 below 👇

These two women are suing Andrew Tate, alleging he raped them. Here they visit the social media companies that created Tate. Please share.

*one voice altered to disguise identity

We came off it at @nasuwtscotland.bsky.social about 18 months ago (around the time of Musk’s Nazi salute). The cesspit has only got worse since then. There’s no excuse.

Helpful explainer to share ✍️

“Children and young people often encounter information about relationships, sexuality and sexual health, and identity online before they encounter it in school. Providing clear and accurate information within a structured learning environment is a safeguarding measure.”

3/3 And… I didn’t see any of these self-proclaimed supporters of women’s rights at The Lyceum yesterday to witness Jodie Comer’s career-defining performance in Prima Facie, which skewers the British justice system’s failure to support rape victims. The best performance I’ve ever seen by an actor.

2/3 The same story quotes Pam Gosal of the Tories talking about ‘the Supreme Court’s crystal clear ruling’. But the story was about toilet access and there is nothing in the Supreme Court ruling about that. Also, I welcome her explanation of how that ruling will avoid breaching the rights of many…?

1/3 So, I’m getting grief from the Daily Express (I’m not linking to their nonsense) about standing up for trans kids. In a common error, they reference EHRC guidance as ‘still a draft’ when, in fact, I was linking to last year’s EHRC guidance which was so bad they amended and then withdrew it!

YouTube video by Kermode and Mayo's Take Mark Kermode reviews Melania

No need for any more film reviews ever. This wins. m.youtube.com/watch?v=DTyU...

Actions on women's health should not be shouldered by women alone - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland I am currently the chair of the STUC Women’s Committee, which leads on campaigns and policy for women trade union members in Scotland. Every year motions are brought to our Conference which cover the ...

As Chair of @scottishtuc.bsky.social Women’s Committee I was so pleased to be able to write a blog piece for @alliancescot.bsky.social - ‘Actions on women’s health should not be shouldered by women alone’

Check it out👇

www.alliance-scotland.org.uk/blog/opinion...

National Official @mikecorbett1.bsky.social spoke to BBC Lunchtime Live in advance of the budget.

In addition to financial commitments, NASUWT wants to see greater accountability on national spend to ensure the money actually reaches schools and our members.

A tough year for many in 2025. Here’s hoping 2026 is a good one for everyone. Happy New Year! 🤞🥂

Teachers’ union warns of racism seeping into schools NASUWT said its members were reporting more hate incidents against pupils and staff as ‘abusive rhetoric’ by politicians trickled down through the system

Polarising and extremist rhetoric on hot button issues, say immigration or the Israel-Palestine conflict, is seeping into schools where it is driving disruption and bad behaviour. How do teachers handle this and what help are they getting to do so?
www.thetimes.com/article/e8de...

Mike Corbett at airport with Aberdeen scarf on.

Early start for Prague today. All set to see a first Dons win this year in the Conference League… and maybe do a Christmas market! #AberdeenFC #KingsOfEurope

It was an absolute privilege to be on the streets of Falkirk today and to be invited to speak at the huge Unity rally. No sign of Farage on the streets, of course - he was hidden behind the walls of a posh hotel. Sums him up. #RefugeesWelcome #ScotlandDemandsBetter

Mike Corbett of NASUWT in front of STUC Christmas Tree with Scotland Demands Better messaging.

Pleased to be part of @scottishtuc.bsky.social General Council discussions today on supporting public sector workers, building trade unionism in workplaces/communities and tackling the Far Right. All that and I ate my first mince pie of the season. #HeartUnions

I am impressed with this. Good messaging. #RefugeesAreWelcomeHere

Always proud to support this event but in a week when some started targeting Primary Schools with their intolerance it was more important than ever. Great turnout from NASUWT members and the wider trade union movement. #RefugeesAreWelcomeHere

For respect. For inclusion. For unity.

We march for everyone this St Andrew’s Day.

📢 It's today 📢

Come join NASUWT as we stand up, speak out and unite against racism!
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I’m astounded that anyone thinks going from shouting at hotels to shouting at Primary Schools is a good idea. Both are unacceptable but taking your poisonous ideas to a place where kids are being educated is a new low. We know who to blame: Mr ‘I didn’t intend to hurt with my racism’ Farage! #EduSky

Teachers to be balloted on strike action over class contact time NASUWT warn the government's failure to reduce class contact time is leaving teachers 'burned out and overwhelmed'.

NASUWT warn the government's failure to reduce class contact time is leaving teachers 'burned out and overwhelmed'.

Members are to be asked to vote on both strike action and action short of strike, with the vote closing on Wednesday January 14.

news.stv.tv/politics/tea...

Reform UK, the Russian spy and rolls of Kremlin cash: the inside story of Nathan Gill How did a former Mormon bishop end up pleading guilty to taking bribes to make statements in favour of Russia in the European parliament?

The party who claim to be patriots literally had a Reform leadership member caught red handed taking bribes from Russia.

This article details the speeches Nathan Gill gave that he was paid to give.

How are Reform getting away with this?

www.theguardian.com/news/ng-inte...

Really looking forward to today's workshop event for neurodivergent members aimed at tackling workplace inequality ✊️

Kirsty supporting the motion on Sexual Harrassment, which 1 in 5 NASUWT members has experienced since becoming a teacher.
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Maureen seconds the motion on Parental Leave and Pay Rights, calling for reforms, improvements and extensions.
@STUCwomen #STUCwomen25

From ending sexual harassment to combatting the far-right, our Women's manifesto is making clear demands to put women's voices front and centre as we approach Holyrood 2026.

www.stuc.org.uk/resources/wo...

Tara seconding the composite motion on Misogyny, Extremism & the Rise of the Far Right.

Women teachers are disproportionately targeted, with increased challenges to their authority, as well as abuse and assaults.

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