Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson spends £500,000 of taxpayers' cash in bid to scrap university free speech laws

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The legislation in question was introduced by the previous Conservative government, aiming to ensure that universities and student unions take an active role in promoting and protecting free speech on campus. This move by Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson suggests a shift in approach towards the issue of free speech in higher education, with potential implications for the balance between promoting open discussion and maintaining a safe and respectful environment for students. The significant expenditure of £500,000 on legal action underscores the importance the current government places on revising the existing framework.

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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson spends £500,000 of taxpayers' cash in bid to scrap university free speech laws

Ms Phillipson embarked on the legal battle after trying to dilute Tory legislation which put a duty on universities and student unions to actively promote, as well as protect, free speech on campuses.