New Free Speech Complaints System for English Universities to Launch
The UK government has announced that a new complaints system for academics at English universities will come into force for the next academic year starting in 2026.This system will allow university staff to bring free speech complaints directly to the Office for Students (OfS).From April 2027, universities found to have failed to protect free speech could face fines of up to £500,000 or 2% of their income.Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson stated that freedom of speech is fundamental to university success but highlighted concerns about a culture of fear stifling knowledge.The complaints system will apply only to university staff, not students.Students... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 01:02 LONDON
