The national academy says Britain cannot afford to cut science funding at a time when other nations are increasing their investment. Zoë Corbyn reports
Institution’s decision to raise marks on failed exam papers ‘an unequivocal affront’ to Paul Buckland’s integrity, Court of Appeal rules. Melanie Newman reports
Universities will be able to take an unlimited number of non-funded students, but they cannot transfer their places to funded students. Melanie Newman reports
Students from the wealthiest backgrounds would be barred from taking out state-subsidised student loans under proposals from an influential think-tank.
The House of Commons Science and Technology Committee hears warnings of danger to the future of research – and the risk of fewer scientists – if planned cuts go ahead
The Government’s decision to withdraw the 10,000 extra places offered last year will see overall recruitment drop for 2010-11, despite an increase in applicants. Rebecca Attwood reports