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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.
10 July 2026 Insights and analysis

10 July 2026 Insights and analysis

How contextual admissions improves access to higher education

As Chair of the contextual admissions advisory group, Professor Karen O’Brien FRSA discusses the role of contextual admissions in widening access to higher education and supporting student success.
7 July 2026 Media releases

7 July 2026 Media releases

Universities UK responds to the Treasury Select Committee’s report on student loans

Following the Treasury Select Committee's report, 'Student Loans: Unfair and Broken?', Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK provides a statement.