Russell Group
@russellgroup.bsky.social
The Russell Group represents 24 universities located across the UK.
We work to advance and champion the positive economic, societal & cultural impacts of UK research-intensive universities.
russellgroup.ac.uk
We work to advance and champion the positive economic, societal & cultural impacts of UK research-intensive universities.
russellgroup.ac.uk
In this piece our Director of Policy Dr Hollie Chandler highlights how a levy will be a financial hit on universities at an already difficult time - but that a flat fee could provide a transparent system while protecting research investments.
Read more in @timeshighered.bsky.social ⬇️
Read more in @timeshighered.bsky.social ⬇️
Stop fee levy hostility despite £300 million hit, vice-chancellors told. Helen Packer reports
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/stop-fee-levy-hostility-despite-ps300-million-hit-v-cs-told
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/stop-fee-levy-hostility-despite-ps300-million-hit-v-cs-told
November 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM
In this piece our Director of Policy Dr Hollie Chandler highlights how a levy will be a financial hit on universities at an already difficult time - but that a flat fee could provide a transparent system while protecting research investments.
Read more in @timeshighered.bsky.social ⬇️
Read more in @timeshighered.bsky.social ⬇️
Chief Executive Dr Tim Bradshaw responds to announcements in today's Autumn #Budget, including details of the international student fee levy.
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
November 26, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Chief Executive Dr Tim Bradshaw responds to announcements in today's Autumn #Budget, including details of the international student fee levy.
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Congratulations to all our universities who have won a #QEdPrize, announced yesterday.
Winning projects included a range of innovative research, from the use of textiles to fire safety, dementia care and tackling modern slavery.
royalanniversarytrust.org.uk/the-prizes/p...
Winning projects included a range of innovative research, from the use of textiles to fire safety, dementia care and tackling modern slavery.
royalanniversarytrust.org.uk/the-prizes/p...
Prize-winners - Royal Anniversary Trust
Read more
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November 26, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Congratulations to all our universities who have won a #QEdPrize, announced yesterday.
Winning projects included a range of innovative research, from the use of textiles to fire safety, dementia care and tackling modern slavery.
royalanniversarytrust.org.uk/the-prizes/p...
Winning projects included a range of innovative research, from the use of textiles to fire safety, dementia care and tackling modern slavery.
royalanniversarytrust.org.uk/the-prizes/p...
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'The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say'
@viviennestern.bsky.social on the knock-on effect of the international student levy on the economy:
https://loom.ly/6wCnQhc
@viviennestern.bsky.social on the knock-on effect of the international student levy on the economy:
https://loom.ly/6wCnQhc
International student tax will backfire, warns universities chief
The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say
www.thetimes.com
November 26, 2025 at 7:28 AM
'The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say'
@viviennestern.bsky.social on the knock-on effect of the international student levy on the economy:
https://loom.ly/6wCnQhc
@viviennestern.bsky.social on the knock-on effect of the international student levy on the economy:
https://loom.ly/6wCnQhc
📈From precision medicine in Glasgow, to cyber security in Belfast, advanced materials in Manchester & more, our universities are helping drive growth across the UK.
Find out how the UK can harness the power of higher education in our Budget submission:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
Find out how the UK can harness the power of higher education in our Budget submission:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
November 25, 2025 at 4:12 PM
📈From precision medicine in Glasgow, to cyber security in Belfast, advanced materials in Manchester & more, our universities are helping drive growth across the UK.
Find out how the UK can harness the power of higher education in our Budget submission:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
Find out how the UK can harness the power of higher education in our Budget submission:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
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New analysis of the Post-16 White Paper by @theifs.bsky.social questions the economic rationale of an international tuition fee levy - "a tax on the UK’s exports".
ifs.org.uk/publications...
New analysis of the Post-16 White Paper by @theifs.bsky.social questions the economic rationale of an international tuition fee levy - "a tax on the UK’s exports".
ifs.org.uk/publications...
Funding, finance and reform: an analysis of the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper | Institute for Fiscal Studies
The government’s White Paper on post-16 skills falls short of a coherent plan. We assess the funding and finance implications of the proposed reforms.
ifs.org.uk
November 25, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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New analysis of the Post-16 White Paper by @theifs.bsky.social questions the economic rationale of an international tuition fee levy - "a tax on the UK’s exports".
ifs.org.uk/publications...
New analysis of the Post-16 White Paper by @theifs.bsky.social questions the economic rationale of an international tuition fee levy - "a tax on the UK’s exports".
ifs.org.uk/publications...
As we all prepare for tomorrow's #Budget here's a reminder of our letter to the Chancellor last month and what to look out for in HE:
➡️ Universities as drivers of growth
➡️ Mounting financial pressures on HE
➡️ The pitfalls of an international fee levy
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
➡️ Universities as drivers of growth
➡️ Mounting financial pressures on HE
➡️ The pitfalls of an international fee levy
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
Submission to the Autumn Budget 2025 | Russell Group
Russell Group highlights mounting financial pressures for the sector and the potential of universities to contribute more to economic growth, with the right policy levers
www.russellgroup.ac.uk
November 25, 2025 at 9:53 AM
As we all prepare for tomorrow's #Budget here's a reminder of our letter to the Chancellor last month and what to look out for in HE:
➡️ Universities as drivers of growth
➡️ Mounting financial pressures on HE
➡️ The pitfalls of an international fee levy
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
➡️ Universities as drivers of growth
➡️ Mounting financial pressures on HE
➡️ The pitfalls of an international fee levy
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
Following govt announcements of @ukri.org R&D budget allocations today, our Chief Exec Tim Bradshaw said: "A balanced approach in directing this funding to government priorities, innovation and curiosity-driven research is welcome".
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Response to the confirmation of UKRI budget allocations | Russell Group
The Russell Group welcomes protected funding for curiosity-driven research alongside innovation priorities
www.russellgroup.ac.uk
November 24, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Following govt announcements of @ukri.org R&D budget allocations today, our Chief Exec Tim Bradshaw said: "A balanced approach in directing this funding to government priorities, innovation and curiosity-driven research is welcome".
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Read our full response ➡️ www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
A TBI new report highlights universities as a key asset in improving tech adoption.
Responding, Policy Manager Adam Crozier said: "Our universities are teeming with brilliant ideas... more support is needed to get them out the door and into businesses."
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Responding, Policy Manager Adam Crozier said: "Our universities are teeming with brilliant ideas... more support is needed to get them out the door and into businesses."
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Response to TBI's recommendations on tech diffusion | Russell Group
The Russell Group comments on a new report by the Tony Blair Institute on improving technology adoption by UK businesses
www.russellgroup.ac.uk
November 24, 2025 at 10:52 AM
A TBI new report highlights universities as a key asset in improving tech adoption.
Responding, Policy Manager Adam Crozier said: "Our universities are teeming with brilliant ideas... more support is needed to get them out the door and into businesses."
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Responding, Policy Manager Adam Crozier said: "Our universities are teeming with brilliant ideas... more support is needed to get them out the door and into businesses."
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
In @theguardian.com today, Head of Policy Joanna Burton called for govt to recognise the sector's financial pressures and rethink the international levy, "a tax on unis that would add further burdens and restrict investment in students, research & communities.”
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
University students in England get two-thirds of funding of a decade ago, analysis finds
University leaders says planned levy on international student fees will leave many institutions even worse off
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2025 at 10:03 AM
In @theguardian.com today, Head of Policy Joanna Burton called for govt to recognise the sector's financial pressures and rethink the international levy, "a tax on unis that would add further burdens and restrict investment in students, research & communities.”
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
How can the Budget harness university strengths to deliver for the UK?
🔬protect core R&D capabilities
💷 boost growth by helping universities invest with businesses
❌consult on fee levy to avoid unintended consequences for opportunity
Find out more:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
🔬protect core R&D capabilities
💷 boost growth by helping universities invest with businesses
❌consult on fee levy to avoid unintended consequences for opportunity
Find out more:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
November 20, 2025 at 9:34 AM
How can the Budget harness university strengths to deliver for the UK?
🔬protect core R&D capabilities
💷 boost growth by helping universities invest with businesses
❌consult on fee levy to avoid unintended consequences for opportunity
Find out more:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
🔬protect core R&D capabilities
💷 boost growth by helping universities invest with businesses
❌consult on fee levy to avoid unintended consequences for opportunity
Find out more:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/submiss...
ICYMI our policy manager Adam Crozier writes for @resprofnews.bsky.social on mission-led innovation:
"The view of the UK as being outstanding in basic research but seldom reaping the benefits of commercialisation is out of date."
Find out more:
www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-v...
"The view of the UK as being outstanding in basic research but seldom reaping the benefits of commercialisation is out of date."
Find out more:
www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-v...
Universities are a natural home for innovation’s riskiest steps - Research Professional News
Aiming UK missions funding at companies misses where proof-of-concept studies happen, says Adam Crozier
www.researchprofessionalnews.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:26 PM
ICYMI our policy manager Adam Crozier writes for @resprofnews.bsky.social on mission-led innovation:
"The view of the UK as being outstanding in basic research but seldom reaping the benefits of commercialisation is out of date."
Find out more:
www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-v...
"The view of the UK as being outstanding in basic research but seldom reaping the benefits of commercialisation is out of date."
Find out more:
www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-v...
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A new study funded by Alzheimer’s Society and led by Exeter has identified 3 medications that could be repurposed to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s disease. It found that a shingles vaccine, is the most promising existing medicine. Viagra and a MND drug also showed strong promise. tinyurl.com/4h36mhtu
Shingles vaccine most promising common drug to potentially prevent Alzheimer’s - research
A new study has identified three existing medications that could be repurposed to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s disease. The research funded by Alzheimer’s Society and led by the University of Exeter,...
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November 18, 2025 at 10:15 AM
A new study funded by Alzheimer’s Society and led by Exeter has identified 3 medications that could be repurposed to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s disease. It found that a shingles vaccine, is the most promising existing medicine. Viagra and a MND drug also showed strong promise. tinyurl.com/4h36mhtu
Yesterday we joined the Education Select Committee at @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social as part of their inquiry into university funding.
It was great to have the opportunity to discuss challenges facing the sector - & how we can best ensure universities continue to support students & drive growth.
It was great to have the opportunity to discuss challenges facing the sector - & how we can best ensure universities continue to support students & drive growth.
November 18, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Yesterday we joined the Education Select Committee at @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social as part of their inquiry into university funding.
It was great to have the opportunity to discuss challenges facing the sector - & how we can best ensure universities continue to support students & drive growth.
It was great to have the opportunity to discuss challenges facing the sector - & how we can best ensure universities continue to support students & drive growth.
We're pleased to see the OfS has prioritised quality, student interest & sector resilience in its strategy for the next five years, and the integration of equality of opportunity across all strands of work.
Our Policy Manager Meg Haskins has responded here:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Our Policy Manager Meg Haskins has responded here:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Response to new OfS strategy for 2025 to 2030 | Russell Group
The Russell Group responds to the new Office for Students (OfS) five-year strategy for 2025 to 2030
www.russellgroup.ac.uk
November 13, 2025 at 5:25 PM
We're pleased to see the OfS has prioritised quality, student interest & sector resilience in its strategy for the next five years, and the integration of equality of opportunity across all strands of work.
Our Policy Manager Meg Haskins has responded here:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
Our Policy Manager Meg Haskins has responded here:
www.russellgroup.ac.uk/news/respons...
NEW: @qmul.bsky.social's partnership with Barking and Dagenham Council to create a new dental centre and training hub in Barking
The centre will treat over 5,000 patients and train 130 dental students every year, and support access to dental services for the community
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The centre will treat over 5,000 patients and train 130 dental students every year, and support access to dental services for the community
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Barking to get new £5.8m hub to tackle 'dental desert'
The new hub will aim to provide NHS dentistry to more than 5,000 patients a year.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 13, 2025 at 10:43 AM
NEW: @qmul.bsky.social's partnership with Barking and Dagenham Council to create a new dental centre and training hub in Barking
The centre will treat over 5,000 patients and train 130 dental students every year, and support access to dental services for the community
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The centre will treat over 5,000 patients and train 130 dental students every year, and support access to dental services for the community
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Important op-ed by Sir Richard Lambert in @theobserveruk.bsky.social over the risks to growth the government's proposed levy on international student fees will bring.
observer.co.uk/news/opinion...
observer.co.uk/news/opinion...
Raising costs for overseas students won’t help cash-strapped universities | The Observer
observer.co.uk
November 13, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Important op-ed by Sir Richard Lambert in @theobserveruk.bsky.social over the risks to growth the government's proposed levy on international student fees will bring.
observer.co.uk/news/opinion...
observer.co.uk/news/opinion...
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NEW: As world leaders meet at #COP30, Oxford research reveals which countries are turning climate promises into action and which aren’t. 🌍
The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.
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The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:22 AM
NEW: As world leaders meet at #COP30, Oxford research reveals which countries are turning climate promises into action and which aren’t. 🌍
The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.
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The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.
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The insights of Durham's @ecromanis.bsky.social have featured in The Guardian, in a piece which explores partial ectogestation. As a leading researcher in reproduction and the law, Chloe’s work continues to shape vital conversations around reproductive regulation. Read more: bit.ly/4nU0ypi
I am delighted to see this great piece in the Guardian about developments in partial ectogestation - www.theguardian.com/world/2025/n... - and glad to have had the opportunity to contribute some of the insights from my work over the last 8 years @durham.ac.uk
This machine could keep a baby alive outside the womb. How will the world decide to use it?
For parents who have buried infants born too soon, a device like the AquaWomb is a miracle in waiting – and an impossible choice
www.theguardian.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:21 PM
The insights of Durham's @ecromanis.bsky.social have featured in The Guardian, in a piece which explores partial ectogestation. As a leading researcher in reproduction and the law, Chloe’s work continues to shape vital conversations around reproductive regulation. Read more: bit.ly/4nU0ypi
Listen to our Director of Strategy Sarah Stevens speaking to @politicshome.bsky.social and higher education colleagues on the challenges facing university finances 👇
🚨OUT NOW🚨 Are unis about to collapse? 🎓
Ex-minister Jo Johnson, UUK's Vivienne Stern, Public First's Jess Lister and Russell Group's Sarah Stevens join PolHome's @matildamartin.bsky.social & @alaintolhurst.bsky.social to discuss the strain on higher education
Listen: podfollow.com/politicshome...
Ex-minister Jo Johnson, UUK's Vivienne Stern, Public First's Jess Lister and Russell Group's Sarah Stevens join PolHome's @matildamartin.bsky.social & @alaintolhurst.bsky.social to discuss the strain on higher education
Listen: podfollow.com/politicshome...
November 7, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Listen to our Director of Strategy Sarah Stevens speaking to @politicshome.bsky.social and higher education colleagues on the challenges facing university finances 👇
Have a look at some of the work our members are doing around access and participation here 👇 www.russellgroup.ac.uk/policy-and-r...
Impact | Russell Group
Discover the work of our universities
www.russellgroup.ac.uk
November 6, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Have a look at some of the work our members are doing around access and participation here 👇 www.russellgroup.ac.uk/policy-and-r...
We’re pleased that our Director of Policy Dr Hollie Chandler has been appointed to the Higher Education Access and Participation Task and Finish Group. It will develop proposals to help more students from disadvantaged backgrounds access HE. Find out more: www.gov.uk/government/g...
November 6, 2025 at 4:54 PM
We’re pleased that our Director of Policy Dr Hollie Chandler has been appointed to the Higher Education Access and Participation Task and Finish Group. It will develop proposals to help more students from disadvantaged backgrounds access HE. Find out more: www.gov.uk/government/g...
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Ever wondered why we sometimes see colours that aren’t actually there?
It’s a phenomenon called ‘colour afterimages’ – and our psychologist Dr Christoph Witzel has found, for the first time, the missing link that explains why we see them.
Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/0quZBG
It’s a phenomenon called ‘colour afterimages’ – and our psychologist Dr Christoph Witzel has found, for the first time, the missing link that explains why we see them.
Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/0quZBG
November 6, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Ever wondered why we sometimes see colours that aren’t actually there?
It’s a phenomenon called ‘colour afterimages’ – and our psychologist Dr Christoph Witzel has found, for the first time, the missing link that explains why we see them.
Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/0quZBG
It’s a phenomenon called ‘colour afterimages’ – and our psychologist Dr Christoph Witzel has found, for the first time, the missing link that explains why we see them.
Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/0quZBG
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Our experts have led a new study which has revealed that women in Northern Ireland who have experienced multiple miscarriages, have feelings of isolation and guilt, stemming from social stigma and inadequate support.
You can find out more here ➡️ ow.ly/yEIF50XmqhT
You can find out more here ➡️ ow.ly/yEIF50XmqhT
November 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Our experts have led a new study which has revealed that women in Northern Ireland who have experienced multiple miscarriages, have feelings of isolation and guilt, stemming from social stigma and inadequate support.
You can find out more here ➡️ ow.ly/yEIF50XmqhT
You can find out more here ➡️ ow.ly/yEIF50XmqhT