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UCU boss urges government to stop ‘obstructing’ Gazan students from UK university offers 

The University and College Union (UCU) has urged the UK government to stop “obstructing” students in Gaza who have secured places to study at UK universities from taking up their offers due to visa-related restrictions.  In a letter to the Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, UCU General Secretary, Jo Grady, wrote that...
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By , Aug. 15, 2025

What travel has taught me about home

During my holidays, I often begin to appreciate home comforts more. Being in a foreign country with a different culture, climate, and environment makes me realise just how good we have it here in the UK. One of the biggest things I appreciate about the UK, especially when on a...
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By , Aug. 14, 2025

Climate News: Nations can be held legally accountable for greenhouse gas emissions, says ICJ in landmark ruling

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled that countries have a legal duty to prevent climate degradation. The advisory opinion, delivered by the United Nations’ (UN) highest court, opens the door to potential legal action against high-emitting nations. The court clarified that states have responsibilities to address climate change...
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By , Aug. 12, 2025

Free speech laws protecting academic freedom in higher education come into effect

On Friday 1 August, new laws concerning academic freedom of speech came into force across the UK as part of Keir Starmer’s ‘Plan for Change’. The laws tackle the “silencing of academics or students who voice legitimate views”, Skills Minister Jacqui Smith said. To comply with these new regulations, universities...
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By , Aug. 12, 2025

Poetry feature: Teaching

His most common song– ‘Come over here and listen’.   He stands with Dick Rodgers for an opening night triumph.  I look round for another kid. The voice searches for me. A Harlem baritone that’s on the move. His hand leans down, presses my palm and tells me to hear...
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By , Aug. 11, 2025