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Union remains largely unaffected by VAT rise

The majority of prices at the Union’s outlets will remain unaffected by the recent rise in the standard rate of Value Added Tax (VAT), as expressed in a statement released last week. The rate of VAT has been raised from 17.5% to 20%, as the Government looks to reduce the...
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By , Jan. 22, 2011

WMG set to gain £10 million new centre

The Warwick Manufacturing Group was awarded a £10 million new centre by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) on January 13. The aim of the centre is to train Engineering Doctorate (EngD) students in a four year course, “intended for the United Kingdom’s leading researchers pursuing a career...
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By , Jan. 22, 2011

Leverhulme trust awards generous research grants

The University of Warwick received a prestigious funding financial boost this winter from the Leverhulme Trust, as its research faculty performed better than ever. The Trust designates funds to the value of £50 million every year, funding research projects in all subject areas. This year over ten percent of the...
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By , Jan. 22, 2011

University finances in ship-shape

The University of Warwick has released its annual report for the financial year 2009/10 and figures show a resounding improvement within expenditure on facilities and academic departments, rising by approximately £14 million compared to the last financial year. The comprehensive 60-page document which published figures up until 31 July 2010...
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By , Jan. 22, 2011