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Latest news & policy statements
Russell Group welcomes plans to expand information available on UCAS
The Russell Group has welcomed plans announced today (6 February) by the Government to expand the UCAS website so it offers more information on technical and vocational qualifications, including degree apprenticeships.
06 February 2023
Russell Group response to DfE equality analysis of maintenance loan changes
That the DfE's own equality assessment says uplifting maintenance loans by just 2.8% next year will have a negative impact on students underlines how flawed the system is.
03 February 2023
More UK success in latest round of EU R&D grants
UK-based researchers continue to be one of the most successful groups of applicants to EU's Horizon Europe programmes - securing 45 grants in latest round of ERC grants.
01 February 2023
Comment: It's time to stop reheating ruinous ideas on student immigration
Russell Group CEO Dr Tim Bradshaw writes for Times Higher Education urging the Government not to cut off a £26bn UK export success story at the knees.
30 January 2023
Policy
We ensure policy development across a wide range of higher education issues is underpinned by a robust evidence base. This work currently spans six main areas:
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Research
Our universities are global leaders in research, but it is vital they receive sufficient funding and support
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Education
A high-quality, research-led education requires proper funding at both undergraduate and postgraduate level
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Access and inclusion
The under-representation of talented students from certain backgrounds has deep-rooted causes which we cannot solve alone
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Economy
Collaboration with business is a key part of the work of our universities but Government could foster more innovation
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EU & International
Our universities are global businesses competing for staff, students and funding with the best in the world
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Regulation
Autonomy is crucial to the success of our universities – they will not flourish if they are over-regulated
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