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Update on free speech and the new complaints scheme

Following the government’s announcement of the new free speech complaints scheme, our Director for Free Speech and Academic Freedom explains the next steps and what universities and colleges should be doing to prepare.
Freedom of speech 23 Apr 2026

Staff Q&As: Helen Haynes

Welcome to Starter for 10, where we sit down for a 10-minute catch-up with the people behind the scenes of higher education regulation.
General 02 Apr 2026

Robust registration in the student interest

The registration of universities, colleges and other higher education providers is one of the most important roles within the authority of the Office for Students.
Registering with the OfS 06 Dec 2018

Mental health and wellbeing: a priority

Using our role as sector regulator to improve mental health and wellbeing among students is a priority for the OfS. Nicola Dandridge describes how we are doing that.
Equality of opportunity 31 Oct 2018

Having regard to institutional autonomy

The autonomy of universities and colleges is vital - but not absolute, explains Susan Lapworth. This and other tensions must be carefully balanced as the OfS regulates in students’ interests.
Registering with the OfS 26 Oct 2018

Subject-level TEF comes into sharper focus

A series of reports and guidance, published today, sets out a clear direction of travel for subject-level TEF. Yvonne Hawkins reflects on the journey so far.
Quality and standards 22 Oct 2018

Choice decisions

Making the right choice is difficult at the best of times. But when what you are choosing could make a huge difference to the rest of your life it is important that choice is well-informed.
Student choice and flexible learning 19 Oct 2018

There’s no room for hate crime in higher education

As National Hate Crime Awareness Week begins, Yvonne Hawkins explains how the Office for Students is working with universities and colleges, students and others to eradicate hate crime on campus.
Equality of opportunity 15 Oct 2018
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