More managed HE sector ‘could see autonomy traded for stability’ While it may be reluctant to attempt widespread reform of universities, economic circumstances may force Labour’s hand, experts believe By Tom Williams 5 December
Scottish budget a ‘real-terms cut’ despite HE funding pledge Repurposing Covid-era cash allows government to claim extra investment but institutions remain in ‘precarious state’ By Tom Williams 4 December
Wales follows England in raising tuition fees to ?9,535 Increase to ‘ensure Welsh institutions remain competitive’ will be second time fees are hiked in space of a year By Tom Williams 4 December
St Andrews rector barred from graduations over legal action Stella Maris launches judicial review against removal from governing body over Israel ‘genocide’ claim By Patrick Jack 4 December
Three UK universities put on student visa ‘action plans’ Home Office guidance suggests breaches of sponsorship requirements as sector becomes more reliant on international student revenues By Patrick Jack 4 December
Scottish v-cs fear falling further behind on research funding English universities within empowered metro-mayor areas could gain research advantage over Scottish peers, warns umbrella group By Jack Grove 3 December
French universities join ‘day of mobilisation’ against budget Higher education institutions ‘in danger’ as a result of controversial budget measures, umbrella group says, with some closing in protest By Emily Dixon 3 December
Research Excellence Framework main panel chairs named Four Russell Group professors to lead assessment teams By Chris Havergal 3 December
Four in 10 UK university governors are white British men Governors representing multiple protected characteristics could mean only a ‘small number of individuals’ are responsible for boosting boards’ diversity figures By Juliette Rowsell 3 December
Tech billionaire invests ?100 million in research with Oxford Larry Ellison’s foundation expands partnership with top-ranked university that aims to address ‘humanity’s greatest challenges’ By Tom Williams 3 December
Universities consider axeing foundation courses over fee cut Move to restrict funding for introductory programmes seen as damaging to Westminster government’s access agenda By Tom Williams 3 December
OfS pauses all new registration applications to focus on finances ‘Challenger’ institutions dealt blow as regulator temporarily shuts down processes seen as crucial for launching as a provider By Tom Williams 2 December
