Unions threaten industrial action as 135 jobs to go at Robert Gordon University

Unions and management met as part of the consultation process.

Grainne NiGhreachain

Unions say they are prepared to take industrial action if Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen doesn’t rule out compulsory redundancies.

Last week, it said that up to 135 roles are at risk in a bid to save millions of pounds.

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