The government has announced that it will consult in the autumn over whether there should be a ‘minimum English language requirement’ to access student loans to ensure those who do so ‘are equipped to succeed in their studies’. Would that be a good idea? Seven observers have their say
The Research Excellence Framework has been postponed for three months ‘to take stock and ensure alignment with the UK government’s priorities and vision for higher education’. But how radical should the changes be? Should there be any at all? Is it time to start again? We present five very different views
A growing sense of middle-class grievance in the UK would make a radical redistribution of top university places a very difficult political sell, says Sir Nigel Thrift
