It’s well known that universities are central to training the next generation of teachers, nurses, engineers and entrepreneurs. Another often overlooked area of what UK universities do is research and innovation.
A new report commissioned by Universities UK International from the Universities Policy Exchange Network (UPEN) highlights some of the key challenges for recovery in Ukraine.
Our 2023 update reveals the findings of our review of the impact of our 2020 guidance on tackling racial harassment in higher education, and sets out how universities can improve further.
4 July 2023
Parliamentary briefings and submissions
4 July 2023
Parliamentary briefings and submissions
This briefing provides a short summary of the Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) Bill, as well as those areas where we feel further clarification and assurances are required at Second Reading.
Professor Sir Steve West CBE, President of UUK has responded to the release of the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan.
See the full press release from NHS England here.
29 June 2023
Parliamentary briefings and submissions
29 June 2023
Parliamentary briefings and submissions
Ahead of the second reading of the Lifelong Learning (Higher Education Fee Limits) Bill in the House of Lords, UUK has published a briefing for parliamentarians outlining the latest areas to raise.
With increasing demand for skilled professionals, an aging population and AI creating a technological revolution, individuals will need access to education and training throughout their lives. Our Chief Executive, Vivienne Stern, asks: how can the higher education sector grab this opportunity?
Professor Steven West, President of Universities UK and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), has been awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2023.
Government funding for university research is also a fantastic investment. It's world-leading and solves global challenges, from the climate emergency to infectious diseases.