Written question asked by James Naish (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 June 2026. It was answered by Josh MacAlister (Labour) on Friday, 26 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.
Student Unions: Hate Crime and Radicalism
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether her Department plans to add additional regulatory requirements for students’ unions in relation to tackling extremism and hate incidents on campus.
- Answer
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The department is clear that all students should be able to study in an environment that is safe and free from harassment and intimidation.
The department is strengthening protections for students and staff from extremism and intimidation on campus through measures announced in March 2026, including enhanced monitoring of providers’ Prevent responsibilities by the Office for Students (OfS) and shortly providing updated guidance on managing speakers and events.
The department will continue to work with the higher education sector and the OfS to ensure campuses remain places of open debate and academic freedom, while taking robust action against unlawful hate and extremist activity.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 11007
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Regulation Student unions Radicalism Hate crime
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- 2026-06-26 10:44:53 +0100
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