Overview

• Matt Wrack, a former Fire Brigades Union leader with no teaching experience, was appointed general secretary by NASUWT’s executive on Tuesday.
• Neil Butler, a long-time NASUWT official and former teacher, was barred from running despite securing branch nominations, triggering allegations of rule violations.
• A High Court injunction was filed Wednesday, aiming to block Wrack’s appointment; a hearing is scheduled for Monday.
• Concerns have been raised by Jewish members over Wrack’s perceived insensitivity to antisemitism issues during his tenure as a Corbyn ally.
• The leadership dispute intensifies internal tensions within NASUWT, including fears of a potential merger with the National Education Union.