Thanks to Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram who has confirmed this statement to UCU today:

“I’ve been clear throughout that government should take a safety-first approach before further easing lockdown measures and this must apply to the further education sector. 

Before expecting staff or students to return, government and colleges should look at the five tests set out by the trade union movement and ensure that all necessary measures have been taken to keep everyone safe.”

Steve Rotherham, Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor.