Malcolm Press says universities and funders must improve the UK’s research and innovation system together

We have responded to the Department for Education’s (DfE) consultation on Post-16 level 3 and below pathways.

If 2025 was about establishing stability, in 2026 our focus must turn to building for the future, says UUK president Malcolm Press

Reflecting on lessons from the USA, Vivienne Stern sets out plans to build the higher education sector’s reputation for the long term Reflecting on lessons from the USA, Vivienne Stern sets out plans to build the higher education sector’s reputation for the long term

NCUB’s annual State of the Relationship report is an evidence tool to strengthen collaboration between universities and businesses.

As part of the Universities UK, UCAS, Sutton Trust joint project on contextual admissions, we are seeking evidence from interested stakeholders to inform future sector-wide guidance on contextual admissions practice. 

The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say

Funding, finance and reform

Vivienne Stern, Chief Executive of Universities UK, has responded to Science and Technology Secretary Liz Kendall's speech at the UKRI Growth Summit:

Rebooting the UK’s Tech-Diffusion Ecosystem to Drive Growth

UCEA press notice on risks of proposed changes

The Confederation of British Industry and Universities UK warn plans for a 6% levy will also affect the wider economy

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I studied Old and Middle English. Although I didn’t know it, I couldn’t have chosen a better subject to train me to become a children’s author, says author Francesca Simon

The Post-16 Education and Skills white paper presents a unique opportunity to explore how universities and colleges can work together in partnership and within a national system.

The UK’s world-leading higher education sector is set to bring in a £50 million boost to the economy as part of a major expansion of British universities in India. 

Ahead of the anniversary of the October 7th atrocities, Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK said: