Moved by
Lord Moylan
31: Clause 1, page 3, leave out lines 32 to 36 and insert “have particular regard to the need to—
(a) eliminate unlawful interference with freedom of speech within the law and academic freedom,
(b) promote and prioritise the particular importance of freedom of speech within the law,
(c) promote and prioritise the academic freedom of academic staff of registered higher education providers and their constituent institutions, and
(d) foster a culture of free thought and open-mindedness,
sin all decision-making concerning the provision of higher education and in conducting and managing research activities.”
Member’s explanatory statement
This amendment seeks to clarify the steps providers will need to take in order to promote freedom of speech and academic freedom.