University of Dundee job losses should be ‘wake-up call’, Swinney told - The university announced on Tuesday it plans to cut 632 jobs as it bids to plug a £35 million deficit.

TV presenter Lorraine Kelly has warned the "horrific" job losses at Dundee University will have a ripple effect across the city. Staff were informed of plans to cut 632 posts - about 20% of the workforce - by interim principal Shane O'Neill at a meeting on Tuesday.

Dundee University is shedding more than than 600 jobs as the further education sector is braced for more cutbacks.

More than 600 staff are set to lose their jobs at the University of Dundee as its deficit is set to hit £35 million this year. Plans outlined by university management will see 632 posts go across all schools and directorates,

The University and College Union condemned the "devastating" cuts, which will affect about 20% of the workforce.