Written question asked by James McMurdock (Independent (affiliation)) on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 21 May 2026. It was answered by Josh MacAlister (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.
Academic Freedom: Subversion
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Education, with reference to her Department’s press release entitled New powers to protect vital free speech at universities, published on 20 April 2026, what role the proposed free speech complaints scheme will play in tackling incidents linked to foreign influence.
- Answer
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The Office for Students’ free speech complaints scheme, open to higher education staff, non-student members and visiting speakers will come into force from 1 September, and will be an important route of redress for those who believe their lawful free speech or academic freedom has not been adequately protected, including in relation to incidents involving foreign interference or influence.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 2945
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Complaints Academic freedom Subversion
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- 2026-06-02 17:47:19 +0100
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