Investigation notes weak statistical work and misrepresentations of results but finds ‘no evidence of any impropriety’ by researchers. Zoë Corbyn reports
Manifesto targets ‘wasteful quango’ for the chop, announces phased abolition of tuition fees and promises end to 50 per cent participation target. Melanie Newman reports
Labour reaffirms STEM commitment but abandons 50 per cent participation in favour of 75 per cent objective via foundation degrees, apprenticeships and technical training. Rebecca Attwood reports
Lancaster University pioneers ‘inclusive curriculum’ to cater for entire student body via course content, delivery and assessment. Melanie Newman reports
Science and Technology Committee report finds no dishonest behaviour by Climatic Research Unit or its head, but urges greater transparency. Zoë Corbyn reports
Employers’ ‘modest, non-consolidated’ pay proposal falls short of joint staff demands for 4 per cent hike and job security assurances. John Gill reports
US and UK reign over the ‘global research university’ will be overthrown by the East’s rise and mainland Europe’s resurgence, expert predicts. John Morgan reports