According to the Glasgow Times, the assembly has been described as an attempt to organise against a multifaceted crisis impacting students. Isaac Baldwin, co-chair of the Glasgow University Student Left Society (GUSL), stated, 'It is completely abhorrent and unacceptable that many of us and our peers are finding themselves struggling to get by while pursuing an education. ' Assembly members will have the opportunity to create a Student's Charter reflecting top priorities, which will then be taken to the city's university and college managers, as well as the UK and Scottish governments.
The specific changes or actions the assembly will propose in its plan have not been detailed. Free tickets to the event can be reserved on Eventbrite. In a related development, staff at the University of Strathclyde are expected to strike over plans to cut 76 jobs at the leading research institution.
Earlier in February, 80% of University and College Union (UCU) members at the University of Strathclyde voted to back strike action on a turnout of 58%. Bosses at the University of Strathclyde had previously told staff of the need to address a £35 million black hole by 2027/28. The exact details of the job cuts and strike plans remain unclear.