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20 July 2026 Media releases

20 July 2026 Media releases

Letter to Andy Burnham following his appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

In this open letter, Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK, and Professor Malcolm Press CBE, Universities UK President, congratulate Andy Burnham on his appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
16 July 2026 Media releases

16 July 2026 Media releases

Universities UK responds to UCAS June 30 deadline data 2026

Responding to the June 30 deadline data from UCAS, Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK said:
10 July 2026 Media releases

10 July 2026 Media releases

University sector takes action to make admissions fairer for students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds

Today, Universities UK (UUK), the Sutton Trust and UCAS announce further action to support talented individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds on their path to university to level the playing field across the country and create a stronger pipeline of talent into the future workforce.