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From The Rt Hon Michelle Donelan
  • Fairer higher education system for students and taxpayers

    Government to consult on new plans to drive up quality of university courses and ensure degrees equip students with the skills they need.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Universities Minister puts quality at the heart of higher education

    Speaking at a UCAS event, Michelle Donelan set out the government's vision for higher education with quality, fair access and transparency at the forefront.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Improvements seen in children and young people's wellbeing

    State of the Nation report highlights positive impact of keeping schools open, with millions more to be invested in senior mental health lead training.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Universities pledge to end use of non-disclosure agreements

    Ministers and campaigners back new pledge to end the use of Non-Disclosure Agreements within universities to silence complainants in sexual harassment cases

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Higher and Further Education Minister speech at Times Higher Education event

    Minister for Higher and Further Education, Michelle Donelan, today delivered a speech at a Times Higher Education Campus Live event, outlining plans to give learners of all ages the chance to gain skills and experience throu…

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • New levelling up plans to improve student outcomes

    Universities to drive up standards in local schools and colleges through activities such as tutoring.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Thousands more adults set to benefit from new technical skills

    Thousands of working adults will be offered free courses to rapidly upskill in STEM sectors including engineering, digital and construction

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Short university courses to provide flexible training

    Learners will be able to upskill or retrain at a pace that fits their lives through short university and college courses supported by bespoke loans

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Education Secretary congratulates students on A level results day

    Students collecting their AS, A level and vocational and technical qualifications results are celebrated for their achievements.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Extra places on medical and dentistry courses for 2021

    Cap adjusted to allow over 9,000 places on medical and dentistry courses for 2021 student intake to support NHS workforce of the future.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Better mental health and wellbeing support for young people

    Experts agree long term commitment to prioritising mental health and wellbeing support in education within recovery plans

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Graduate route for best and brightest launches

    New immigration route provides greater opportunity for talented international graduates.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Universities Minister at Going Global Conference

    Universities Minister spoke to the British Council's Going Global Conference about higher education and the Government's international education strategy

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Thousands more young people to benefit from Opportunity Areas

    Fifth year of Opportunity Area announced, backed by £18 million to build back better for children and young people in disadvantaged regions

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Universities Minister speaks to TASO conference

    Universities Minister, Michelle Donelan speaks to TASO conference on the importance of social mobility and higher education reform

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Universities Minister at UCAS's Annual Admissions Conference

    Universities Minister addresses UCAS's Annual Admissions Conference on the future of higher and further education

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Turing scheme to open up global study and work opportunities

    UK schools, colleges and universities can now apply for funding for opportunities targeted at disadvantaged students

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • New Action Group to boost mental health education

    Group of ministers, charities and Youth Ambassador Dr. Alex George to focus on improving mental health and wellbeing in school, college and university

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Government announces £50 million to support students impacted by Covid-19

    New funding will go to universities to help students facing financial difficulties arising from the impact of coronavirus.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Letter from Michelle Donelan to higher education students

    An open letter from Michelle Donelan MP, Minister of State for Universities, to higher education students about returning to their studies in spring 2021.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government