Universities fighting for their future must be bold and must be fast
As 72 per cent of institutions are forecast to go into the red, the head of the Office for Students calls for decisive action.
21 Nov 2024
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Improving our engagement with the sector
Office for Students chief executive Susan Lapworth reflects on new independent research into sector perceptions of the regulator’s engagement and communications.
30 Oct 2024
Blog postUnderstanding the experiences of disabled students and taking action for change
Lucy Merritt of the Thomas Pocklington Trust reflects on her membership of the Disability in Higher Education Advisory Panel.
3 Oct 2024
Blog postImproving the financial data we collect
In the context of the financial challenges facing the higher education sector, David Smy sets out the changes we are making to the financial information we collect from higher education providers to make sure we understand the impact of these risks.
24 May 2024
Blog postHelp us improve our engagement with the sector
Open, two-way, dialogue with the sector we regulate is essential for regulation that works effectively in the interest of students.
25 Apr 2024
Blog postThe future of OfS funding: Help us shape our approach to using our funding powers
John Blake, Director for Fair Access and Participation at the Office for Students (OfS), explores the role and purpose of OfS funding. The OfS wants to hear how our current approach should develop to continue to support a high quality educational experience for students into the future.
18 Apr 2024
Blog postNew OfS strategy: Developing the future of higher education
Josh Fleming talks about the importance of hearing from students, students’ unions, and the sector in the development of a new OfS strategy.
11 Apr 2024
Blog postNext steps for implementation of free speech legislation
Arif Ahmed discusses the next steps in the OfS's work to implement new free speech legislation, including a further consultation launching soon.
14 Mar 2024
Blog postMental health matters: let’s talk evidence
This University Mental Health Day, our Head of Student Equality and Welfare reflects on the Office for Students’ (OfS’s) growing pool of evidence on what works to support student mental health.
14 Mar 2024
Blog postArif Ahmed updates on OfS work to implement new free speech legislation
Arif Ahmed discusses the OfS's work to implement new free speech legislation, including a further consultation which will be launched in the coming weeks.
22 Feb 2024
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