With the sectoral agreement closed until 2027—and possibly even later—the MUT is now shifting the ‘seniority’ problem onto LSEs.

Seniority vs. “Ranking Order”:
Seniority is protected by law. Yet the MUT deceitfully misleads LSEs, purposely mixing it with “ranking order”—a transfer system with no written agreement or formal documentation.

Documentation about ‘Ranking Order’:
In 2022, the former Director General of the DES, Mr Emile Vassallo, admitted under oath in court that no written guidelines or agreements exist for LSE transfers. Despite knowing this for years, the MUT failed to address the issue in the July 2024 sectoral agreement.

Empty Promises:
The MUT had since 2018 to act on LSEs’ concerns, yet chose to ignore them when it mattered most—during the 2024 agreement. Now, with the deal locked until at least 2027, they suddenly claim they can renegotiate. Is this a sincere effort or a last-ditch attempt to win back support after losing majority representation to the UPE?

Sabotage Over Solidarity:

Instead of uniting educators, the MUT has allowed a transfer system to divide LSEs. This internal conflict weakens the profession. Unions should empower their members, not pit them against one another with misinformation.

UPE: The Court-Recognised Majority:
The courts have repeatedly confirmed the UPE’s majority representation of LSEs. While the MUT spins confusion, the UPE continues its work grounded in law, transparency, unity, and equal treatment—regardless of qualifications.

We ask you to question:

• Why do no written transfer regulations exist, when the MUT knew of this problem?
• Why hasn’t the MUT implemented reforms in the July 2024 sectoral agreement, despite promising this in working groups prior to the July 2024 agreement?

The sectoral agreement is sealed until 2027. The MUT’s sudden “solutions” are a desperate hoax to regain influence among LSEs.
The UPE refuses to play games or gaslight LSEs into fighting one another.

The UPE advocates for a transparent, fair, and legally sound transfer system for LSEs—based on clear guidelines. As the majority union, the UPE will eventually lead negotiations, but these will only move forward through consultation with members, ensuring members voices are fully understood and represented. Unlike the MUT, we don’t shift problems onto LSEs, we prioritise unity and accountability, working toward lasting reforms that genuinely reflect LSEs’ rights and needs.