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Russell Group welcomes UPP Foundation inquiry into widening access
The Russell Group responds to the launch of a new inquiry that aims to contribute to the success of the government's opportunity mission

Response to SMF report on care experienced students
The Russell Group comments on a new report from the Social Market Foundation about opportunities for care-experienced and estranged students in higher education

Russell Group backs childcare campaign for postgraduates
The Russell Group responds to a new report from GW4 and HEPI on the lack of childcare support during postgraduate study

Russell Group universities improve wellbeing and prosperity across the UK
New report shows how research-intensive universities help local communities with health and wellbeing, arts and culture, and skills

New Sutton Trust findings on universities and social mobility
The Russell Group welcomes public support for reintroducing student maintenance grants
Student living costs outstrip maintenance support
The Russell Group responds to a new HEPI and Technology One report on the support needed for a reasonable standard of living

Response to Sutton Trust report on student maintenance
The Russell Group responds to new research on challenges for students facing high living costs and inadequate financial support
New report highlights benefits of UK foundation years
The new report gives welcome recognition to the positive benefits of UK foundation year programmes