Malvern House teachers form union, ballot for strike action | AI News Digest
Teachers at Malvern House London have formed a union, the TEFL Workers’ Union, to demand better working conditions, including paid prep time and an end to zero-hour contracts. The union's formation follows a management change that has strained staff relations. Teachers are seeking recognition and collective bargaining, citing unfair treatment and the dismissal of a popular colleague. A strike ballot has been organized due to management's failure to engage in negotiations. The movement reflects a growing trend in the TEFL industry for improved employee rights and conditions.
