Labour conference: universities victims of ‘relentless negativity’ Sussex v-c says media attacks motivated by view that fewer people should obtain a degree By Patrick Jack 29 September
First Amendment ‘abandoned’ as scholars fired over Kirk comments ‘Massive influx’ of cases following killing of right-wing activist represents new stage in campus free speech battle, say critics By Patrick Jack 25 September
Public still supports EDI work in UK universities, finds poll Little enthusiasm for US-style crackdown as voters back initiatives such as ‘broadening the curriculum’ By Tom Williams 25 September
Pressure prompts universities to revise EDI recruitment ads Universities change job requirements after free speech groups raise concerns following new legislation By Tash Mosheim 29 August
English universities ‘unprepared’ as new free speech rules loom Institutions review policies ahead of new obligations coming into force but campaigners believe culture change is needed, as they gear up to highlight breaches By Helen Packer 29 July
Staff fear protest crackdown after Goldsmiths antisemitism probe Jewish academics claim they are not being listened to as institution devises response to inquiry By Juliette Rowsell 24 July
