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Why a single figure cannot tell the whole story

07 July, 20262026

We are often asked why the University has not yet published figures for the number of staff who…

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Why using reserves is not the answer to the University’s financial challenges

26 June, 20262026

When people hear that the University has £3 billion in reserves, it’s understandable that they…

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Student experience and savings plans at centre of vodcast discussion

22 May, 20262026

The latest episode of the Shifting Light video series explores how Edinburgh is balancing learning…

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Clarifying claims around meaningful engagement

05 May, 20262026

5 May 2026

Claims that there has been a lack of meaningful engagement between the…

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Marking and assessment boycott

21 April, 20262026

A statement from the University's Principal on the marking and assessment boycott.

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