It follows the approval of plans to cut about £20m from its salary bill, affecting some 300 jobs.

Newcastle University says it will restore the building but has not decided what it will be used for.

Union officials say 83% of balloted members voted to take industrial action due to funding cuts.

The move comes as the institution seeks to plug a £35m shortfall with budget cuts.

UCU representative Prof Matt Perry says the move is "reputationally damaging" to the institution.

Plans have been lodged redevelop the site to "alleviate pressure on the city's housing market".

Newcastle University says it is facing a "challenging time" amid a £35m funding shortfall.

Historians are hoping to shine a light on the rich history of an ancient burial ground in Newcastle.