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28 August 2020 Media releases

28 August 2020 Media releases

A business is born every two hours at UK universities

University graduates start 4,000 new businesses and support tens of thousands of jobs every year.
6 October 2020 Media releases

6 October 2020 Media releases

A commitment by Universities UK to students’ wellbeing

Our commitment to support students as they adjust to the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.
5 July 2022 Media releases

5 July 2022 Media releases

A return to pre-pandemic ‘upper’ degree awarding promised by universities in England

Universities in England have committed to reversing pandemic grade inflation in first and 2.1 degrees. In a first of its kind statement Universities UK (UUK) and GuildHE members have committed to return to pre-pandemic levels of ‘upper’ degree classification by 2023.
13 March 2020 Covid

13 March 2020 Covid

Actions being taken by universities in response to coronavirus

In response to the coronavirus, the way that universities deliver their teaching and other services will likely change over the coming weeks.
13 May 2021 Media releases

13 May 2021 Media releases

Admissions reform must not leave students marooned without proper careers support

Our response to the government's consultation on Post-Qualifications Admissions (PQA).
17 October 2022 Media releases

17 October 2022 Media releases

Any policy change on international students would be a hammer blow to economy

UK government ministers are being warned that any U-turn on their commitments to grow international student numbers could result in billions of pounds in lost revenue, wreck their growth plans, and damage local economies in their own constituencies.
10 February 2020 Media releases

10 February 2020 Media releases

Approach to judging the ‘value’ of a degree needs overhaul

Universities UK’s President speaks out about higher education’s need to better explain its benefits.
9 May 2022 Media releases

9 May 2022 Media releases

Capping student numbers a flawed and backward move, university leaders warn

University leaders are warning that proposed reforms to post 18 education and funding in England would turn back the clock on social mobility while limiting the government’s own levelling up agenda.
8 July 2020 Media releases

8 July 2020 Media releases

Celebrities, politicians and business leaders highlight vital role of university graduates

Celebrating the resilience, skills, and achievements of the graduate class of 2020.
5 June 2020 Media releases

5 June 2020 Media releases

Clock is ticking for UK to make clear that visa system changes will support international students

The UK government must make clear to international students in the next few weeks that they can still have confidence in studying at UK universities, otherwise the UK risks losing them to overseas competitors.
12 March 2021 UUKi news

12 March 2021 UUKi news

Cuts to ODA will limit UK universities’ role in solving global challenges

Planned government cuts to Official Development Assistance funding (ODA) will fall heavily on UK universities, severely limiting their ability to combat pressing global challenges despite the government's stated commitment to increase investment in R&D to position the UK as a scientific superpower.
21 September 2022 News

21 September 2022 News

Don’t overlook students in cost of living crisis, say university leaders

Appeal to government to target specific measures now towards students.
7 April 2021 Media releases

7 April 2021 Media releases

Employers to have their say on future of pension scheme

UUK has launched a formal consultation with employers
15 March 2022 Media releases

15 March 2022 Media releases

Excessive admin will take focus away from teaching, universities warn regulator

Today [Tuesday 15 March 2022] we responded to three consultations launched by the Office for Students (OfS) on 20 January 2022.
17 February 2020 Media releases

17 February 2020 Media releases

Filling careers advice gaps would make university applications fairer

The support they receive making their career choices is a concern for many students.
2 March 2020 Media releases

2 March 2020 Media releases

Golden opportunity for government to reverse decline in adult learning

Greater financial support would supercharge lifelong learning
13 April 2021 Media releases

13 April 2021 Media releases

Government decision on student returns in England 'hugely disappointing for students'

No further students can return for in-person activities until at least 17 May 2021
26 March 2021 Media releases

26 March 2021 Media releases

Government must not take students’ resilience for granted

UUK has urged the government not to ignore the needs of over a million university students.
16 March 2021 Media releases

16 March 2021 Media releases

Government must urgently reconsider research budget cuts

Universities UK has today written to the government seeking urgent clarity on the future of funding for UK science and research.
8 September 2021 Media releases

8 September 2021 Media releases

Government urged to support universities to drive recovery of communities and the economy

University leaders gather for the first time post-pandemic to consider ‘a new chapter’ for higher education.