Europe

University leader questions Arif Ahmed’s position after landmark court case highlights conflict of interest, as others cast doubt on future of regulator’s incoming free speech complaints scheme

Analysis of university finances finds increasing student numbers and income can cause costs to rise faster than revenue

Research finds collegiate model adds to complex application processes and may be harming institutions’ widening participation efforts

The OfS’ approach was opaque, highly discretionary and appeared to lack basic procedural safeguards, says Smita Jamdar

Council exempts four grant schemes from controversial changes following concerns that plan would ‘discourage bold ideas’

Government urged to provide more financial support to students as research finds some institutions are cutting back on provision of free food

The legal tools given to the OfS since the Sussex case occurred should make it better able to conduct the vital task of protecting free speech, says Ian Pace

Record fine overturned after landmark High Court case sparked by resignation of gender-critical academic Kathleen Stock

Wendy Thomson steps down as head of federal institution with immediate effect after 11-month suspension over bullying and mismanagement allegations, which she branded “unfounded”

Students not receiving the service they expect amid high fees and mounting cost of living pressures, sector ombudsman warns

Upskilling local students not enough to help region catch up with London’s economic performance, report warns

Plans to limit reapplications to European Research Council will penalise bold and original proposals and early career researchers, senior researchers claim