Latest Statements
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22 July 2021
Russell Group response to Innovation Strategy
New Innovation Strategy sets out plans to cement the UK’s position as a world-leader in science, research and innovation
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21 July 2021
Russell Group response to OfS confirmation of funding reforms
Office for Students (OfS) confirms changes to how it will distribute funding to universities and colleges for 2021-22.
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15 July 2021
Russell Group response to NSS results
OfS publishes results from this year’s National Student Survey (NSS)
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14 July 2021
Russell Group response to overseas aid budget vote
Parliament votes to keep the budget for international development at 0.5% of national income
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14 July 2021
Russell Group and U15 collaborate to protect free speech
Leading universities in the UK and Germany meet to enhance cross-border collaboration to protect free speech and academic freedom
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08 July 2021
Russell Group response to UCAS June Deadline 2021 data
Increase in offers by higher tariff providers to UK 18 year-olds, including those from the most deprived areas
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07 July 2021
Russell Group response to lifting of Covid restrictions in education settings
Further Covid restrictions in education settings in England will be lifted at Step 4, expected on 19 July
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05 July 2021
Russell Group response to the ITT market review
Russell Group response to the recommendations of the initial teacher training (ITT) market review report and DfE consultation on its recommendations
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05 July 2021
Russell Group statement on USS pension scheme
A statement on the Universities Superannuation Scheme in response to UUK’s second short consultation with employers.
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01 July 2021
UK and German universities discuss future global challenges
Mission groups are committed to supporting their Governments as they plan for a post-Covid recovery