Aberdeen University announces severe cuts and job losses

The institution is looking at a deficit of £6.5m for this financial year.

A union says its members are preparing for severe cuts at the University of Aberdeen, as the institution looks to make further significant savings.

In papers seen by STV News, the university is considering voluntary redundancies, pausing recruitment and freezing promotions.

The institution is looking at a deficit of £6.5m for this financial year, with costs set to climb by at least £4.7m.

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