Last year, Durham University announced plans to cut 200 jobs in a bid to cut costs.
But in a letter sent to the UCU in November, external, the university said despite the cost savings made, reducing expenditure remained a priority.
The letter also dismissed claims it had refused to engage with the UCU and it had responded in writing on 5 February 2025.
“We are disappointed that the UCU are considering action which would be without justification,” a university spokesperson said.
“We continue to engage regularly and transparently with our whole staff body on how best to manage the financial pressures on our sector and to mitigate any impacts on students and staff.”