New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year

Universities could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income if they are found to have failed to protect free speech.

Universities in England could face fines for freedom of speech failures

Office for Students plans new complaints system as Bridget Phillipson says academics too often are being silenced Universities in England that fail to protect free speech could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income, and in some cases risk losing public funding, under a new complaints system, the government has said. The Office for Students (OfS) will run a “first-of-its-kind” scheme from the new academic year allowing university staff, external speakers, and non-student members to rais...

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Universities set to be fined up to £500,000 for failing to protect free speech

The Office for Students (OfS) will oversee scheme, which will launch in time for the upcoming academic year

By Ted Hennessey

New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year

UK: England universities face up to £500,000 or 2% income fines for free speech failures under new system

England's universities will face stringent free speech oversight with a new system allowing staff to report concerns directly to the Office for Students. Institutions risk substantial fines, potentially reaching millions, if they fail to uphold free speech principles. This move aims to combat a perceived culture of fear and stifled academic inquiry, empowering staff with a direct avenue for redress.

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