Labour weighs up whether to pity or ignore universities
Nic Mitchell I’m not sure whether it is worse to be ignored or pitied – but Nic Mitchell and Diana…
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Higher education policy wonks make waves with new report
You’ve got to hand it to right-wing higher education think-tanker Iain Mansfield. He knows how to grab a…
Time for a bit of magic to fix crisis facing universities – Expert
If I rediscovered my magic lamp and became Aladdin once again, I’d seek out one of my favourite…
Stern reaction to warning of ‘risk-taking’ by universities
At first glance a new report from former government adviser Tom Richmond appears pretty radical with its 8-point…
Talk to the populists now, UK universities told
Many in higher education may find it difficult to accept, but if the current opinion polls reflect how…
Can Starmer find time to fix UK higher education?
Nic Mitchell asks what UK universities need to do to grab Keir Starmer's attention when the Prime Minister…
Universities risk slipping down government spending review
Universities risk slipping down government priorities in the spending review as attention is diverted by Trump's tariff threats…
Why UK universities need to win over hearts and minds
Nic Mitchell explores some of the challenges facing UK universities and why they must work harder to win…
Many wondering if the UK really wants international students
Nic Mitchell explores whether the UK really wants international students after the latest U-turn to ban dependants of…
Why blame students for affordable housing crisis?
You don’t need a crystal ball to see that migration and a crisis in affordable housing will dominate…