Abrahart v The University of Bristol: Mental Health and implications for the sector
Posted by Karen Stephenson on With student wellbeing processes ever-evolving in HEIs, Karen Stephenson, University Secretary at Birmingham City University, looks into how a recent case has implications for the sector.
The New Protect Duty
Posted by Karen Stephenson on Following the government response to the new Protect Duty, Karen Stephenson, University Secretary at Birmingham City University, details the changes and requirements we may expect.
Industrial Action is here again: the complexities of life in UK Higher Education
Posted by Karen Stephenson on With a new wave of industrial action taking place across the UK, Karen Stephenson, University Secretary at Birmingham City University, explores the impact on students and institutions.
Regulating Freedom of Speech
Posted by Gary Attle on The Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Bill is set to put in place new measures for regulating freedom of speech. Gary Attle, Partner at Mills & Reeve LLP reflects on what this may mean for universities.
Significant developments in higher education in the Middle East
Posted by Ivor McGettigan on The Middle East is strengthening its higher education sector. Ivor McGettigan, Partner and Head of Education at Al Tamimi and Company, provides an overview of developments in the region.
The future of student complaints: a tale of two processes?
Posted by Simon Jennings on The Freedom of Speech Bill causes confusion about student complaints. Simon Jennings, Director of Strategic Planning & Governance, Lancaster University, and Susan Matthews, Principal Associate, Weightmans LLP, explain that students need clarity on where to refer their complaints.
Governance in times of change: insight-driven decision-making
Posted by Sarah Litchfield on Agile governance has been vital in the pandemic. Sarah Litchfield, Secretary and General Counsel, and Mat Cooling, Director of Risk and Assurance, at the University of Surrey, explain how data can maximise the efficiency of a governing body.
When the law changes overnight: Advising clients during the coronavirus pandemic
Posted by Sarah Litchfield on New legislation is being churned out at whiplash pace. Sarah Litchfield, University Secretary and General Counsel, and Stephen Allen, Lawyer, at the University of Surrey, reflect on the rapid legal changes of the Coronavirus Universe.
Comply and Thrive – Moving to a Governance, Risk and Assurance Culture
Posted by Sarah Litchfield on Sarah Litchfield, Secretary and General Counsel, and Mat Cooling, Director of Risk and Assurance, at the University of Surrey, explain how universities can establish a governance, risk and assurance (GRA) culture, and why this is particularly important since the pandemic.
The Execution of Deeds
Posted by Eversheds Sutherland on Mark Taylor, Partner, and Rachel Soundy, Principal Associate, at Eversheds Sutherland, discuss how universities may be able to execute deeds in more challenging times.