Europe

MP moved back to old brief after less than seven weeks away, replacing Jo Johnson

Mariya Gabriel to take on role with increased ‘weight and visibility’

Consultation raised concerns that proposal was too prescriptive and bureaucratic

Göttingen loses president-elect and chair of search committee after legal challenge 

Thirty universities subject to ‘enhanced monitoring’ on admissions by English regulator

Case president says vice-chancellors must provide strong support for philanthropy

A new survey of employers raises questions about the labour market value of higher degrees, says Tristram Hooley

Other universities could face protests if they do not address racial disparities, says campaigner

With responsible research and innovation at the heart of its mission, TUM is investing and adapting to meet society’s needs, says Thomas Hofmann

Kevin O’Gorman due to be sentenced on 18 September

John Morgan looks at why the universities and science minister’s comeback was so short and what his exit means

Prime minister’s brother cites ‘unresolvable tension’ between ‘family loyalty and the national interest’