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07/06/2026

"Education does not exist in a vacuum. Wars and conflicts, the deterioration of democracies around the world, and the climate crisis affect each and every one of us. As unionists, we must use our collective power to fight against the far right who count on inaction and actively build the world we want. As educators, we must educate informed citizenry and champion a pedagogy of solidarity of peace, and hope to build the world we need"

David Edwards
General Secretary, Education International
Address to the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS) Congress

06/06/2026

The final motion of the AGM. Motion 69 raises concerns about the far-right targeting schools and their attempts to undermine education.

The is closed. 67 motions discussed and voted on, and a Cabinet Secretary of Education listened to and questioned. Ou...
06/06/2026

The is closed. 67 motions discussed and voted on, and a Cabinet Secretary of Education listened to and questioned. Our delegation has spoken to several motions, representing a strength of feeling and engagement with education issues from Scottish Borders.

All motions discussed were originated in matters that arose at a branch and Local Association level up and down the country. It's an opportunity to have your voices heard on a national platform.

Local Association Secretary Natasha York speaks in support of Motion 22 - asking Council to investigate and report on th...
06/06/2026

Local Association Secretary Natasha York speaks in support of Motion 22 - asking Council to investigate and report on the extent to which teachers are required or encouraged to use social media.
She shares with Conference the experiences of teachers in Scottish Borders reporting through online platforms and asks for council to provide clarity as to what constitutes reporting through social media.
The Motion passes by a large majority.

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks in support of Motion 40 - asking for the list of Practical ...
06/06/2026

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks in support of Motion 40 - asking for the list of Practical Classes within the SNCT Handbook to be revisited and brought up to date in line with current Qualifications Scotland courses.

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks in support of Motion 37 - asking Council to investigate and...
06/06/2026

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks in support of Motion 37 - asking Council to investigate and report on the advantages and disadvantages of seeking a minimum lunch break period to be defined within the SNCT handbook.
The Motion passes with a large majority.

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks to Motion 61 - asking for a Cultural New Deal to develop a ...
06/06/2026

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks to Motion 61 - asking for a Cultural New Deal to develop a funded strategy to support a pathway for working class people to develop their artistic skills. He tells conference how important this strategy could be for Instrumental Music Teachers across Scotland.
The motion is carried unanimously.


Day 3 of begins with Motion 59 - to carry out a feasibility report on moving from Microsoft platforms to open source a...
06/06/2026

Day 3 of begins with Motion 59 - to carry out a feasibility report on moving from Microsoft platforms to open source alternatives.

Motions on a range of issues will be moved throughout the day as the delegates continue to consider a range of current issues in Scottish Education.

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05/06/2026

Local Association President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks to in support of Motion 47 - calling on Council to investigate and report on the prevalence of tinnitus and hearing loss on teachers - asking that Instrumental Music Teachers are included within the report. The Motion is carried unanimously.

Local Executive President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks to in support of Motion 46 calling for the EIS to recognise...
05/06/2026

Local Executive President Scott Whitefield-Holbrook speaks to in support of Motion 46 calling for the EIS to recognise psychological safety and contribute to the STUC Psychological Safety Charter which will support professionals to address issues that impact on their pyschological safety.

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