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This HEPI blog was kindly authored by the Rt Hon. Professor John Denham. John Denham was a Labour MP from 1992 to 2015. As a Cabinet Minister, he served as Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills (2007 to 2009) and Communities and Local Government (2009 to 10). He is…

Testing begins for the REF 2029 PCE Pilot, exploring research culture indicators and refining assessment methods for future implementation.

The 2024 Diversity of Governors in Higher Education Report highlights strides in board diversity and underscores persistent gaps in representation.

Professor Elena Rodriguez-Falcon FREng PFHEA is the Provost and Chief Academic Officer of international education provider Study Group. When I first travelled to the UK from my home in Mexico as a postgraduate international student 27 years ago, my father’s words were ringing in my ears. The UK was the…

This week, HEPI is marking the 25th anniversary of devolution. Here, HEPI Director Nick Hillman asks if the advantages have been overcooked when it comes to higher education. ***Tomorrow, HEPI will be hosting a webinar on the LSBU / HEPI Social Mobility Index and, on 10 December we will be…

Living between two worlds, Naimat Zafary sheds light on the erased dreams and enduring resilience of Afghan women under Taliban rule.

The 'silo' metaphor in academia obscures power dynamics and conflict, framing organizational differences as pathological rather than integral.

UK universities excel in social impact and governance but must improve environmental education to drive greater SDG progress globally.

The student press in UK universities serves as a vital watchdog, breaking national stories, fostering accountability, and launching journalism careers.

A coherent skills ecosystem demands urgent collaboration between colleges, universities, and employers to address economic and social fragmentation.